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2023 Audi A6 review

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Pros

  • Smooth and quiet ride
  • Wide range of engine choices
  • All-wheel drive is standard

Cons

  • Infotainment system takes patience to master
  • Trunk volume is mid-pack among midsize luxury sedans
  • Exterior might be too understated for some

Mileage (EPA estimate)

21 city, 30 highway, 24 combined

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The Audi A6 is suave, sophisticated, and packed with technology

The 2023 Audi A6 is a midsize luxury sedan with a sophisticated look and demeanor. Thanks to its standard all-wheel drive, the A6 has excellent grip in all weather conditions. Direct rivals include the BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Lexus ES, and Genesis G80.

The A6 is available with enticing powertrains, including the standard 261-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder and a turbocharged V6. High-performance versions, including the S6 and RS 6, have even more power, and are covered separately, as is the off-road-themed A6 Allroad, designed for those who prefer outdoorsy adventures.

Available larger wheels and sport suspension settings firm up the otherwise supple ride, though not to the point that the A6 loses its composure on anything but perfectly smooth roads. Inside, the A6’s cabin is packed with tech and touchscreens that can seem intimidating at first but become logical and easy to use over time. The optional and futuristic Virtual Cockpit lets you customize the digital gauge cluster to display all sorts of useful information, such as navigation commands and music settings.

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What is new for the 2023 Audi A6?

  • A6 trims have been upgraded with Automated Parking, Satellite Radio Ready, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto as standard equipment this year.
  • Heated Steering Wheel features are now available as options on select trims.
  • The Premium Plus trim now comes with Bang & Olufsen Audio as standard equipment.

2023 Audi A6 trims

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Premium:

  • 261-hp, 273-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
  • 335-hp, 369-lb-ft of torque 3.0L
  • Rear Defroster
  • Cruise Control
  • Leather Seats
  • Power Seats
  • Memory Seats
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Power Mirrors
  • Traction Control
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What We Like

Turbocharged engines: Even with its base turbo-four, the A6 gets down the road quickly and efficiently, returning an EPA-estimated 27 mpg combined city/highway average. The punchier 335-hp turbo V6 is tempting, in part because it delivers speedier acceleration and a still reasonable 24 mpg combined rating.

Cabin trim and design: Audi crafts some very stylish and well-organized cabins, and the A6 ranks among its best efforts. There is more than enough headroom and legroom, the trim pieces look top-notch, and the tech features add a futuristic touch.

Sophisticated ride and handling: The A6 wafts down the road and its agile handling makes it easy to place exactly where you want it. Cool and collected, the A6 is a four-wheeled stress reliever thanks to its refined driving manners.

What Needs Improvement

Tech takes practice: If there is one drawback to the A6’s high degree of onboard technology, it’s that it takes practice to get accustomed to all the various commands and menus. Once familiar, the controls are intuitive. But there is a definite learning curve.

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Ratings & reliability

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RepairPal gave the Audi A6 an overall reliability rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks Audi A6 28th out of 48 among Luxury Fullsize Cars.

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Audi A6 features and specs

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Premium Plus 4WD/AWD 4D Sedan

Standard Features

  • 4WD/AWD
  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Bang & Olufsen Audio
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Leather Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Navigation System
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Traction Control
  • Turbo Charged Engine

Optional Features

  • 20 Inch Plus Wheels
  • A/C Seat(s)
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Rear Seat Heaters

Drive Wheels

All Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)

Engine size

2.0L

Horsepower

261

Torque (ft-lbs)

273

Engine type

Turbo Gas

Fuel capacity

19.3

Wheelbase

115.1"

Overall length

194.4"

Width

74.3"

Height

57.4"

Leg room

F 41.3"/R 37.4"

Head room

F 38"/R 38.1"

Front tires

P245/45HR19

Rear tires

P245/45HR19

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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