Audi S6

What Is the 2024 Audi A6?

The five-seat Audi A6 is a mid-size luxury sedan that comes standard with a 261-horsepower, mild-hybrid turbo four-cylinder that’s paired with a seven-speed automatic transmission and standard all-wheel drive. A 335-hp, mild-hybrid 3.0-liter V-6 is optional. But wait, there’s more: If you’re a car shopper with a need for speed, the S6 is fitted with a 444-hp, turbocharged 2.9-liter V-6, while the super-performance RS 6 Avant wagon employs a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 that delivers a whopping 621 hp. Its acceleration matches just about any sports car. If cargo room and enhanced rough-terrain capability are more important to you than tire-melting acceleration, the SUV-flavored A6 Allroad wagon is a compelling choice. The A6’s rivals include the BMW 5 Series, Cadillac CT5, Genesis G80 and Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

What’s New on the 2024 Audi A6?

The A6 and S6 sedans and the Allroad wagon all get a new grille for 2024, along with standard LED headlights. The S6 also gets an updated rear diffuser. All models now have remote start through the Audi Connect app, along with a six-month trial subscription to Audi Connect Plus remote-access features. 

The RS 6 Avant wagon is now available only in a new Performance trim, wringing an additional 30 hp from its twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8, bringing output to 621 hp. Other changes to the RS 6 include reduced sound-deadening material and new, lighter 22-inch wheels. The added power and weight-loss program result in a quicker 0-60 mph acceleration time of just 3.3 seconds. Cosmetic changes to the RS 6 Performance include new interior trim and unique exterior touches, including mirror caps, roof rails and other trim pieces finished in a choice of standard matte gray or optional matte carbon. 

What Features in the 2024 Audi A6 Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

• Quattro AWD
• Power moonroof 
• Leather seating
• 10.1-inch infotainment screen
• 12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit instrument display
• Heated front seats
• Tri-zone automatic climate control
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 
• Automatic emergency braking
• Lane departure warning

Available features include:

• Ventilated front seats 
• Power soft-close doors
• Massaging front seats
• Adaptive cruise control
• Bang & Olufsen premium stereo
• Head-up display
• Heated steering wheel
• 360-degree camera system
• Blind spot warning
• Sport suspension 
• All-wheel steering

Should I Buy the 2024 Audi A6?

The Audi A6 is elegant and understated, but it’s also an all-weather luxury sedan thanks to standard AWD and a buttoned-down suspension. It’s hard not to be tempted by the power offered in the S6 and RS 6 Avant, but they cost much more than the standard A6. The Allroad’s slightly raised suspension and large cargo area make it an esoteric pick in a luxury field brimming with SUVs. The dual-screen dashboard design looks fresh and modern, though a lack of physical controls can make it a distraction.