Audi A6 Avant quattro

19992011 · 12 configurations

Lowest
18
Average
19
Best
21

The Audi A6 Avant quattro has been tested by the EPA across 12 different configurations spanning model years 1999 through 2011. Over this period, the A6 Avant quattro has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 21 MPG, with an overall average of 19 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2011
21
2010
21
2009
21
2008
20
2007
20
2006
19
2004
19
2003
19
2002
18
2001
18
2000
18
1999
18

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (A6 Avant quattro) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Audi A6 Avant quattro. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Audi Audi A6 grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
149
Total Deaths
82

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
12.1%
Fire Occurrence
2.7%
Speeding Involved
25.5%
DUI Involved
20.1%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

75%
Front
16%
Side
9%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2022
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.64
2021
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.58
2020
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.44
2019
Fatal Crashes13
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.62
2018
Fatal Crashes19
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.68
2017
Fatal Crashes22
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.32
2016
Fatal Crashes13
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.38
2015
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.40
2014
Fatal Crashes23
Fatalities
18
Deaths/Crash
0.78

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2009
1
2006
4
2003
3
2001
4
1999
9
Critical
Moderate
Advisory