2025 Audi

RS 6 Avant

Auto (S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L, Turbo

Audi RS 6: best and worst years

Overview

Body: Midsize Station WagonsEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
Drivetrain: All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026Audi calls it quattro.
Transmission: Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
Powertrain: HybridEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
Fuel: PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026

Engine & performance

HP: 621NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Power to weight: 0.131 hp/lb
Axle ratio: 3.20
Cyl: 8EPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
Aspiration: TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
Start-stop system: YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy: 21 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
MPG City: 14 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
MPG Comb: 17 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
Fuel $/yr: $4,850EPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
CO₂: 538 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
Eco Score: 3/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
Smog score: 2/10
Elec. Range: 0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
SmartWay certified: No

Dimensions & capacity

Doors: 4NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Seats: 5NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Seat rows: 2NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Length: 197 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width: 77 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: 4,740 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
GVWR class: Class 2E (6,001 to 7,000 lb)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Pass. Vol: 101 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
Cargo Vol: 30 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Recalls: 1
Owner complaints: 1 See on NHTSA

Feature availability

Comfort

Heated rear seats
Package only
Heated seats
Standard
Heated steering wheel
Package only
Leather seats
Standard
Massaging seats
Package only
Memory seat
Standard
Panoramic sunroofUnconfirmed
Package only
Ventilated seats
Package only

Audio

Bang & Olufsen audio
Package only
Premium audio (any brand)
Standard

Cameras & visibility

360 surround-view camera
Package only
Backup camera
Standard
Head-up display
Package only
Night visionUnconfirmed
Package only
Parking sensors
Standard

Driver assist

Adaptive cruise controlUnconfirmed
Package only
Automatic emergency brakingPart of Audi pre sense.
Standard
Blind-spot monitor
Standard
Lane-keeping assistUnconfirmed
Package only

Convenience

Android Auto
Standard
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Keyless entry
Standard
Navigation system
Standard
Power liftgate
Standard
Push-button start
Standard
Remote startUnconfirmed
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Wireless phone charging
Standard

Exterior

Adaptive headlights
Standard
Roof rails
Standard

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

STRUCTURE100%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 1 total.

Audi RS 6: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

429 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

May 27, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_2081006_2
This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicans enter a record in the PSS database
May 27, 2026POWER TRAINTSB_2059057_14
This bulletin provides informatin when there is binding or vibrations in tight turns with quattro Ultra.
May 26, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERAOS-26-25
This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the issue: The ODIS Audi Brand update 2.41.1 is setting a ODS5003E error code when you perform the 90TV SVM flash.
May 22, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_2080517_4
This bulletin provides informaiotn when the starter battery is discharged or defective.
May 20, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_2071986_5
This bulletin provides informaiotn when there is a message in the myAudi app "Connection to vehicle required; Remote park assist (RPA) not working.
May 15, 2026VISIBILITY/WIPERTSB_2067557_2
This bulletin provides informaiton when the windscreen/rear window washer pump is not working (B126101, B126113).
May 13, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_2076264_6
This bulletin provides repair instructions for the overhead view camera; gen 3.
May 8, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_2077443_3
This bulletin provides information when the convenience openeing does not work.
and 421 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

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

Source: media.audiusa.com as of 2026-06

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.