Audi S6

19952025 · 18 configurations

Lowest
16
Average
19
Best
22

The Audi S6 has been tested by the EPA across 18 different configurations spanning model years 1995 through 2025. Over this period, the S6 has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 16 MPG to 22 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.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2025
2.9L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,150192722MPG
2024
2.9L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,150192622MPG
2023
2.9L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,150192622MPG
2022
2.9L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,150182822MPG
2021
2.9L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,150182822MPG
2020
2.9L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,150182822MPG
2018
4L 8-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$3,850162418MPG
2017
4L 8-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$3,300182721MPG
2016
4L 8-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$3,300182721MPG
2015
4L 8-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$3,450172720MPG
2014
4L 8-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$3,450172720MPG
2013
4L 8-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7)Premium
$3,450172720MPG
2011
5.2L 10-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$4,300142116MPG
2010
5.2L 10-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$4,300141916MPG
2009
5.2L 10-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$4,300141916MPG
2008
5.2L 10-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$4,300141916MPG
2007
5.2L 10-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Premium
$4,300141916MPG
1995
2.2L 5-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG

Historical Efficiency

2025
22
2024
22
2023
22
2022
22
2021
22
2020
22
2018
18
2017
21
2016
21
2015
20
2014
20
2013
20
2011
16
2010
16
2009
16
2008
16
2007
16
1995
18

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (S6) 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 S6. 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 S4 (1992-1994; 2000-2011 only. See model 055 for 2012 on)/S6 (1992-1994; 2000-2011 only. See model 056 for 2013 on.), Audi S6 (2013 on. See model 040 for 1992-1994; 2000-2011) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
22
Total Deaths
15

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
9.1%
Fire Occurrence
18.2%
Speeding Involved
50.0%
DUI Involved
31.8%
Primary Impact Zone

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

79%
Front
16%
Side
5%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.83
2022
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2021
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2020
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2019
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2018
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2017
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2016
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2015
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2014
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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

Historical Severity Timeline

2025
2
2022
1
2021
4
2020
6
2013
3
2009
1
2007
2
1995
2
Critical
Moderate
Advisory