2023 Audi A6 Review, Price, Features and Mileage (Brochure)

2023 Audi A6

The 2023 A6 is the epitome of an Audi luxury sedan, boasting a technologically advanced interior that is skilfully constructed from high-quality materials. A turbocharged four-cylinder engine powers models with the 45 designation; all-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic are standard. The A6’s 55-series variants have a powerful 335-hp turbocharged V-6, but this is not a sports sedan. When compared to more performance-oriented rivals like the Mercedes-AMG E53 or the Maserati Ghibli, the A6’s handling is capable but coolly distant, providing a more relaxing ride. The A6 is a more direct competitor to other soft-riding mid-sizers like the Mercedes-Benz E-class and BMW 5-series. Audi provides the fastback A7 with a bolder fastback design because the A6’s styling may come off as staid to certain people; we review that vehicle individually. For 2023, the mid-size luxury vehicle from Audi is virtually unchanged. Its style, drivetrain, and chassis tuning are all carryovers from the model from the previous year. Adaptive cruise control is now included in the Convenience package for base Premium cars, while remote parking is now a standard option for the top-of-the-line Prestige trim. A black suede headliner is now an option for that particular model.

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Total units sold Approx: 5,897(Till September) 

2023 Audi A6  Pricing

Trim	Engine	Price
A6 Sedan Premium Plus 45 TFSI quattro	2.0 L/121 Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric I-4	$61,895
A6 Sedan Premium 45 TFSI quattro	2.0 L/121 Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric I-4	$57,995
A6 Sedan Prestige 55 TFSI quattro	3.0 L/183 Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric V-6	$71,595
A6 Sedan Premium Plus 55 TFSI quattro	3.0 L/183 Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric V-6	$65,795
A6 Sedan Premium 55 TFSI quattro	3.0 L/183 Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric V-6	$61,895

Colors Audi A6 

White

Grey Mettalic

Blue Mettalic

Black Mettalic

2023 Audi A6 Specifications

A6 Sedan Premium Plus 45 TFSI quattro

The A6’s two engines, a 335-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 and a 261-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, are both more than capable of moving this mid-size sedan around town without exerting too much of a strain. With a 12- or 48-volt starter/alternator that powers the engine’s stop-start system and other ancillary equipment, both powertrains use hybrid technology. Both an all-wheel drive system called Quattro and a seven-speed automatic transmission come standard. At our test track, the V-6 accelerated from zero to 60 mph in just 4.8 seconds, providing plenty of push for merging and passing on the highway. Despite this rapid outcome, it falls short of outpacing its main competitors, the BMW 540i xDrive and the Mercedes-Benz E450 4Matic. The Benz completed the run in 4.6 seconds compared to the 540i’s 4.5 seconds. The A6 performs better as a luxury vehicle than a sports sedan because of its comfortable ride. Although we liked the car’s balanced handling and accurate steering, we never felt fully engaged when tackling curves in the road.

Engine Order Code	NA
Engine Type and Required Fuel	Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric I-4
Displacement (liters/cubic inches)	2.0 L/121
Fuel System	Gasoline Direct Injection
Maximum Horsepower @ RPM	261 @ 5000
Maximum Torque @ RPM	273 @ 1600
Cooling System Capacity (quarts)	NA
Transmission Order Code	3Y
Transmission Description	Auto-Shift Manual w/OD
Number of Transmission Speeds	7
First Gear Ratio (:1)	3.19
Second Gear Ratio (:1)	2.75
Third Gear Ratio (:1)	1.90
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)	1.04
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)	0.79
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)	0.86
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)	0.66
Reverse Ratio (:1)	2.90
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)	4.41
Clutch Size	NA

Fuel Average

EPA Greenhouse Gas Score	NA
CO2 Emissions, 15K mi/year (tons)	6.5
Range, city/highway (miles)	463.20 / 598.30
EPA Fuel Economy, combined/city/highway (mpg)	27 / 24 / 31
EPA Fuel Economy Equivalent (for hybrid and electric vehicles), combined/city/highway (MPGe)	N/A / N/A / N/A

Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (inches)	115.1
Length (inches)	194.4
Width, without mirrors (inches)	74.3
Height (inches)	57.4
Front Track Width (inches)	64.2
Rear Track Width (inches)	63.7
Minimum Ground Clearance (inches)	4.2
Liftover Height (inches)	NA

Tyre

Aspect	Front	Rear	Spare
Wheel Size (inches)	19 X 8.5	19 X 8.5	Compact
Wheel Material	Aluminum	Aluminum	Steel
Tire Size	P245/45HR19	P245/45HR19	Compact

A6 Sedan Prestige 55 TFSI quattro

Aspect	Specification
Engine type	3.0-liter six-cylinder
Engine block/Cylinder head	Aluminum-alloy
Displacement (cc)/Bore and stroke (mm)	2,995/84.5 x 89.0
Horsepower (@ rpm)	335 @ 5,000–6,400
Torque (lb-ft @ rpm)	369 @ 1,370–4,500
Compression ratio	11.2:1
Valvetrain	24-valve DOHC with Audi valvelift system and variable valve timing
Induction/Fuel injection	Turbocharged/TFSI®
Start-stop engine system	Yes
Acceleration (0–60 mph)	5.1 seconds¹
Top track speed	130 mph²

Measurement	Value
Wheelbase (in)	115.1
Length (in)	194.4
Height (in)	57.4
Overall width with mirrors (in)	83.1
Track, Front (in)	64.2
Track, rear (in)	63.7
Curb weight (lb)	4,266
Drag coefficient (Cw)	0.29

Measurement	Value
Headroom front (in)	38.0
Headroom rear (in)	38.1
Legroom front (in)	41.3
Legroom rear (in)	37.4
Shoulder room front (in)	57.8
Shoulder room rear (in)	56.5
Cargo volume, rear seatbacks up (cu ft)	13.7
Seating capacity	5

The V-6 engine isn’t much of a compromise in terms of efficiency over the turbo four-cylinder as the A6 received respectable fuel-economy estimations from the EPA. The 32 mpg highway rating for the four-cylinder A6 is only three more than the V-6. However, on our 200-mile highway fuel-economy test, our V-6-powered test car achieved a remarkable 32 mpg. This rating places it behind the incredibly efficient Lexus ES350, which achieved an astounding 39 mpg in the same test, but ahead of the Benz (30 mpg) and the BMW (31 mpg). Visit the EPA website for more information about the A6’s fuel efficiency.

Aspect	Value
Fuel economy (city/highway/combined)	NA³
Engine oil (qt)	8
Fuel (gal)	19.3⁴
Minimum fuel grade required	Premium

Features

Mechanical

• Engine: 2.0 TFSI 4 Cylinder 16-Valve DOHC -inc: start/stop system
• Transmission: 7-Speed Stronic
• Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature
• Transmission w/Oil Cooler
• Automatic Full-Time All-Wheel
• 4.41 Axle Ratio
• Engine Oil Cooler
• Battery w/Run Down Protection
• Hybrid Electric Motor
• Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
• Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
• Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
• 19.3 Gal. Fuel Tank
• Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust
• Multi-Link Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
• Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
• Regenerative 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
• Brake Actuated Limited Slip Differential
• Lithium Ion Traction Battery

Exterior 

• Wheels: 19″ Bi-Color Finish 5-Double-Spoke-Design
• Tires: 19″ All-Season
• Steel Spare Wheel
• Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
• Clearcoat Paint
• Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st Row Sunroof w/Sunshade
• Body-Colored Front Bumper
• Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Chrome Bumper Insert
• Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
• Body-Colored Door Handles
• Body-Colored Power Heated Auto Dimming Side Mirrors w/Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
• Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster
• Light Tinted Glass
• Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Jets
• Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
• Chrome Grille
• Front License Plate Bracket
• Trunk Rear Cargo Access
• Front Fog Lamps
• Perimeter/Approach Lights
• LED Brakelights
• Headlights-Automatic High beams
• Programmable Projector Beam Auto-Leveling Auto High-Beam Daytime Running Lights Preference Setting Headlamps w/Delay-Off

Entertainment 

• Radio: Audi MMI Nav Plus w/MMI Touch Response -inc: 10.1″ upper screen, Audi smartphone interface (wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto), Audi sound system, Bluetooth w/audio streaming and
• SiriusXM w/360L (3-month trial subscription, acceptance of terms required)
• Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls, Voice Activation and Radio Data System
• Audio Theft Deterrent
• Window Grid Diversity Antenna
• 3 LCD Monitors In The Front
• Real-Time Traffic Display

Interior

• Heated Front Seats -inc: 8-way power w/driver 4-way power lumbar and driver memory
• Driver Seat
• Passenger Seat
• 40-20-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
• Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
• Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Oil Level, Power/Regen, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
• Power Rear Windows
• Audi Connect PLUS (6-month trial subscription – acceptance of terms required) Mobile Hotspot Internet Access
• Leather Steering Wheel w/Auto Tilt-Away
• Front Cupholder
• Rear Cupholder
• Compass
• Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
• Valet Function
• Power Fuel Flap Locking Type
• Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, 4 Door Curb/Courtesy, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button
• Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access
• HomeLink Garage Door Transmitter
• Voice Activated Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
• Rear HVAC w/Separate Controls
• HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts, Residual Heat Recirculation, Headliner/Pillar Ducts, and Console Ducts
• Illuminated Locking Glove Box
• Driver Foot Rest
• Interior Trim -inc: Genuine Wood/Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Genuine Wood/Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Genuine Wood/Metal-Look Console Insert, Piano Black/Metal-Look Interior Accents and
• Leatherette Upholstered Dashboard
• Full Cloth Headliner
• Leatherette Door Trim Insert
• Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material
• Leather Seating Surfaces -inc: contrast stitching
• Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
• Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
• Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console, and 3 12V DC Power Outlets
• Front And Rear Map Lights
• Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
• Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
• Carpet Floor Trim and Carpet Trunk Lid/Rear Cargo Door Trim
• Cargo Space Lights
• Memory Settings -inc: Door Mirrors and Steering Wheel
• FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access, Windows and Sunroof/Convertible Roof
• Audi connect CARE (limited time subscription) Tracker System
• Instrument Panel Covered Bin, Refrigerated/Cooled Box Located In The Glovebox, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
• Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down
• Delayed Accessory Power
• Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
• Driver Information Center
• Trip Computer
• Outside Temp Gauge
• Digital/Analog Appearance
• Manual w/Tilt Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
• Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest w/Storage
• 2 Seatback Storage Pockets
• Perimeter Alarm
• Immobilizer
• 3 12V DC Power Outlets
• Air Filtration
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Safety

• Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• ABS And Driveline Traction Control
• Side Impact Beams
• Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
• Audi connect CARE (limited time subscription) Emergency Sos
• Audi parking system plus Front And Rear Parking Sensors
• Audi pre-sense front
• Collision Mitigation-Front
• Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
• Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
• Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
• Airbag Occupancy Sensor
• Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag and Rear Side-Impact Airbag
• Power Rear Child Safety Locks
• Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters, and Pretensioners.

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