47/100

2017Midsize CarsPremium

2017 Audi A6

EPA ID: 38029

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City MPG

Combined MPG

28MPG· Average

Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2017 Audi A6 achieves an EPA-estimated 28 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 24 MPG in the city and 34 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 2L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine paired with a automatic (am-s7), this midsize cars features Front-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2017 A6 produces approximately 317 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this A6 performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $2,450, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $1,500 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassMidsize Cars

Fuel TypePremium

Engine2L 4-cyl

AspirationTurbocharged

TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)

Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions317 g/mi

Start-Stop SystemEquipped

GHG Score6/10

Smog RatingN/A

Est. Annual Cost$2,450

5-Year Cost DeltaSave $1,500

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG

27.7

Impact vs EPA

+$23

/ year

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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost

$717/mo

Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.

Annual Mileage15,000 mi

Value Depreciation

Est. value lost over 60 months

$22,400

52.1%

Fuel & Electricity

Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)

$9,375

21.8%

Estimated Insurance

Based on vehicle class risk profile

$10,840

25.2%

State Registration Fees

Based on National Average DMV base rates

$400

0.9%

Total 5-Year Cost$43,015

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #19V035000·2019-02-28

critical

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.

Remedy: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.

Campaign #18V370000·2018-11-29

critical

Component: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) control module to malfunction.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: If the PODS module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.

Campaign #16V955000·2017-02-28

critical

Component: SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2017 Audi A7, A4, A6, Volkswagen Golf and Tiguan vehicles and 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf vehicles for driver frontal air bags, passenger frontal air bags or head air bags that may not deploy properly. Additionally, certain 2017 Audi Q7, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, and 2018 Audi Q5 vehicles are being recalled because the seat belt pretensioners may not activate properly.

Consequence & Remedy

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

63.4 metric tons CO₂

Equivalent To:

🌳 78 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs

✈️ 5.3 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.