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Audi A6

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The Car Guide rating 4.0/5 82% Detailed ratings

Price $63,200 – $120,400 Payments

Fuel consumption 7.8 – 16.1 L/100km

Awards Best mid-size luxury car of 2021 coupe

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The 2021 model year brings in two new members to the A6 family of midsize cars. First, the A6 Allroad is an adventurous wagon sitting on a raised suspension. At the top of the lineup, you’ll find a high-performance wagon called RS 6 Avant which is motivated by a twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 engine that puts out nearly 600 horsepower. Other models include the A6 45 TFSI and 55 TFSI, plus the sporty S6.

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The Car Guide rating 82%

Pros

Spectacular styling (RS 6 Avant)
Very high performance (RS 6 Avant)
Leading dynamics
Very good level of comfort

Cons

High prices
Options tariff
Heavy weight
Limited availability (Allroad and RS 6 Avant)

Fuel economy	7/10
Reliability	5/10
Safety	9/10
Infotainment	8/10
Driving	8/10
Overall	9/10

What's new in 2021

Arrival of the Allroad and RS 6 Avant variants.

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Lights And Instruments
March 31, 2025
Brakes
May 12, 2023
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November 21, 2022
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October 5, 2022
Fuel System
March 14, 2022
Suspension
January 26, 2022
Seats And Restraints
August 4, 2021
Engine
May 13, 2021
Suspension
April 26, 2021
Airbag
March 10, 2021

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