Audi A6

19952018 · 24 configurations

Lowest
18
Average
22
Best
28

The Audi A6 has been tested by the EPA across 24 different configurations spanning model years 1995 through 2018. Over this period, the A6 has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 28 MPG, with an overall average of 22 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.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2018
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$2,450253428MPG
2017
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$2,450243428MPG
2016
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$2,450243428MPG
2015
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S8)Premium
$2,450253328MPG
2014
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S8)Premium
$2,450253328MPG
2013
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AV-S8)Premium
$2,450253328MPG
2012
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios)Premium
$2,450253328MPG
2011
3.2L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios)Premium
$2,900213024MPG
2010
3.2L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios)Premium
$3,150182822MPG
2009
3.1L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios)Premium
$3,300182721MPG
2008
3.1L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios)Premium
$3,300182721MPG
2007
3.1L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios)Premium
$3,300182721MPG
2006
3.1L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios)Premium
$3,300182721MPG
2004
3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios)Premium
$3,300182521MPG
2003
3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios)Premium
$3,300182521MPG
2002
3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (variable gear ratios)Premium
$3,650172319MPG
2001
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,850162318MPG
2000
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,850162418MPG
1999
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,650162519MPG
1998
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,650162519MPG
1997
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,650172319MPG
1996
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,650172319MPG
1995
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$3,150172219MPG
1995
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,650172319MPG

Historical Efficiency

2018
28
2017
28
2016
28
2015
28
2014
28
2013
28
2012
28
2011
24
2010
22
2009
21
2008
21
2007
21
2006
21
2004
21
2003
21
2002
19
2001
18
2000
18
1999
19
1998
19

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (A6) 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. 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
241
Total Deaths
126

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
12.4%
Fire Occurrence
4.1%
Speeding Involved
28.2%
DUI Involved
23.7%
Primary Impact Zone

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

78%
Front
13%
Side
9%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes21
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2022
Fatal Crashes29
Fatalities
19
Deaths/Crash
0.66
2021
Fatal Crashes29
Fatalities
15
Deaths/Crash
0.52
2020
Fatal Crashes26
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2019
Fatal Crashes21
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
0.48
2018
Fatal Crashes26
Fatalities
17
Deaths/Crash
0.65
2017
Fatal Crashes28
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.32
2016
Fatal Crashes21
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.33
2015
Fatal Crashes14
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.29
2014
Fatal Crashes26
Fatalities
20
Deaths/Crash
0.77

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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

Historical Severity Timeline

2017
1
2016
1
2015
1
2012
8
2009
1
2006
4
2003
3
2001
4
1999
1
1998
10
1997
1
1995
2
Critical
Moderate
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