Pros: Impeccable interior materials; fine all-around build quality; quick acceleration with supercharged V6
Cons: Some complicated controls; prices escalate quickly as options are added; rear seat not as spacious as exterior size would suggest
2017 Audi A6
CG Says: Audi A6 drops its diesel engine and gains a new sport model for 2017. The new A6 3.0T competition combines the luxury features of the top-level Prestige model with a slightly more powerful V6 engine, sport interior trim, and sport suspension. Front and rear parking sensors, along with rearview camera, are now standard on all models. A6 and performance S6 are premium midsize sedans. The A6 2.0T is powered by a 252-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. 2.0T has a 7-speed automated-manual transmission with front-wheel drive or an eight-speed automatic transmission with all-wheel drive. 3.0T models have a supercharged 3.0-liter V6 engine that is rated at 333 hp, except in the 3.0T competition model where it develops 340 hp. All 3.0T models have an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. The all-wheel-drive S6 packs a 450-hp turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 mated to an 7-speed automated manual. Available features for A6 and S6 include blind-spot alert, surround-view camera, head-up instrument display, and adaptive cruise control. The A6 and S6 excel for their high levels of polish and sophistication that strikes a nice blend between the performance-oriented BMW 5-Series and coddling Mercedes-Benz E-Class. First-rate interior accommodations and a remarkably hushed cabin add to the experience. However, rear-seat room is less than impressive, and reasonable base prices quickly skyrocket as you add expensive standalone and packaged options. Unfortunately, some of the more desirable luxury and convenience items will force you into the high-end 3.0T model. Still, for those with the means to acquire such a vehicle, A6 and S6 are extremely appealing premium-midsize sedans.
| Class | Premium Midsize Car |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door sedan |
| Passenger Count | 5 |
| Drive Wheels | front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Audi |
| Nation of Manufacturer | Germany |
| Base Prices | 2WD A6 2.0T Premium: $46,600 AWD A6 2.0T Premium: $49,800 AWD A6 3.0T Premium Plus: $58,600 AWD A6 3.0T Prestige: $61,600 AWD A6 3.0T competition: $67,600 AWD S6 4.0T Premium Plus: $70,900 AWD S6 4.0T Prestige: $74,100 |
| Base Engine turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (A6 2.0T) |
| Horsepower 252 |
| Std. Transmission 7-speed automated manual |
| Avail. Transmission 8-speed automatic (AWD) |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 22-24 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 31-34 |
| Optional Engine supercharged 3.0-liter V6 (A6 3.0T) |
| Horsepower 333 (340 3.0T competition) |
| Std. Transmission 8-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 21 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 29 |
| Optional Engine turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 (S6) |
| Horsepower 450 |
| Std. Transmission 7-speed automated manual |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 15 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 24 |
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