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2016 Audi

A6 quattro

Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Sup Charg

Audi A6: best and worst years
2016 Audi A6 quattro

Closest available photo (2014 model year); you're viewing the 2016.

2014 photoVauxfordCC BY-SA 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Midsize CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

HP
333
Power to weight
0.081 hp/lb
Axle ratio
2.85
Cyl
6EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration
SuperchargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
29 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
20 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
24 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$3,200EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂
375 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
5/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
5/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Real-world MPG
22 mpg, reported by 1 driverabout 2 mpg below the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
194 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
74 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height
57 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase
115 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight
4,101 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Pass. Vol
98 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Cargo Vol
16 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Optional
Lane-departure warning
No
Recalls
3
Owner complaints
51
Reported injuries
1

Feature availability

Which features come standard, cost extra, or are locked to a pricier trim arrives with the next data phase. Standard equipment shows here today.

Standard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ENGINE24%
  • AIR BAGS11%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM11%
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM8%
  • POWER TRAIN7%
  • SERVICE BRAKES4%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 72 total.

Audi A6: best and worst years

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr
Maintenance
3 yr / 30k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.