2017 Audi A6

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Rating8.0

Ranked #11 in 

Midsize Sedan
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$47,600 - $67,600
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Exceptionally well-made interior with excellent quality materials

Steering feedback isn't as accurate or engaging as rivals

Minor exterior styling upgrades

Both powertrains are powerful and refined

Top-end trims and optional features drive up the price high

New 3.0T Prestige Competition trim

Loaded with advanced safety features

No diesel powertrain is offered

Specs & Features

$47,600

price

252 hp @ 5000 rpm

horsepower

273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

torque

7-Speed Automated Manual

transmission

2.0L 4cyl FWD 7AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2017 Audi A6 Sedan is a midsize sedan, and it mainly competes with the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan, the BMW 5 Series Sedan, and the Jaguar XF Sedan. The Audi A6 2017 price starts at an MSRP of $47,600. Between five trims, the Audi 2017 A6 offers two powertrains. The base engine is a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission capable of making 252 horsepower. If more power is required, there is also a 333 horsepower-making (340 horsepower in the 2017 Audi A6 3.0T Competiton Prestige) 3.0L supercharged V6 engine.

This engine is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. The 2017 A6 reaches 60 mph from zero in 6.7 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 5.2 seconds with the V6 engine. Depending on the powertrain, the A6 sedan can manage a combined fuel economy of between 24 and 28 mpg. While we’re on the topic of choices, the Audi A6 2017 interior offers multiple trim options. Check out the video review of the 2017 Audi A6 2.0T Quattro by Saabkyle04, as the Audi A6 received a mid-cycle refresh just last year, making it more relevant in the market.

Key observations in the video: 

  • Subtle and executive body work 
  • Optional sports suspension for better dynamics
  • Interior feels well-equipped and fresh for its time 
  • Customization options
  • Decent cargo space

Buying Advice

The 2017 Audi A6 Sedan is a powerful and comfortable sedan in its segment. Among the trims on offer, we recommend going with the 3.0T Premium Plus which offers an impressive feature set coupled with the more powerful engine under the hood at an additional $11k from the base price. 

Trims

    Premium
    $47,600 onwards
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Front & rear fog/driving lights
    • Parking assist
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/Satellite
    Premium Plus
    $51,600 onwards
    • Navigation system
    Prestige
    $61,600 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl AWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 333 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 325 lb.-ft. @ 2900 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.1 sec
    • Top Speed: 130 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 24 mpg
    Competition Prestige
    $67,600 onwards
    • 20-inch painted aluminum Wheels

Compare to similar cars

Price

$47,600- $67,600

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.02

Horsepower

340 hp @ 5300 rpm

Torque

325 lb.-ft. @ 2900 rpm

Capacity

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Gasoline

7.11

276 hp @ 5250 rpm

306 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

5

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Gasoline

8.33

190 hp @ 4200 rpm

236 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

5

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Gasoline

8.52

333 hp @ 5500 rpm

325 lb.-ft. @ 2900 rpm

5

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Gasoline

8.43

400 hp @ 7000 rpm

354 lb.-ft. @ 1700 rpm

5

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Gasoline

8.47

186 hp @ 4400 rpm

221 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

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Gasoline

7.61

180 hp @ 5000 rpm

200 lb.-ft. @ 1250 rpm

5

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Gasoline

8.05

248 hp @ 5200 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

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Gasoline

7.69

320 hp @ 5500 rpm

330 lb.-ft. @ 1380 rpm

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Gasoline

8.08

265 hp @ 5500 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

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2017 Audi A6 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2017 Audi A6

    Ranked #18

    6.7 sec14.8 sec130 mph
    3.9 sec12.5 sec155 mph
    4.1 sec12.7 sec160 mph
    4.4 sec14.7 sec143 mph
    4.54 sec-113 mph
    2017 Audi S3

    Ranked #5

    4.7 sec13.6 sec155 mph

    2017 Audi A6 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      2017 Audi A6

      Ranked #4

      24 mpg34 mpg28 mpg19.8 gal.475.2/673.2 mi.
      41 mpg38 mpg40 mpg13.5 gal.574/532 mi.
      2017 Audi A4

      Ranked #2

      27 mpg37 mpg31 mpg15.3 gal.413.1/566.1 mi.
      24 mpg36 mpg29 mpg14.8 gal.355.2/532.8 mi.
      24 mpg34 mpg28 mpg17.4 gal.- -
      23 mpg34 mpg27 mpg15.8 gal.363.4/537.2 mi.

      2017 Audi A6 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        2017 Audi A6

        Ranked #11

        194.2 in.73.8 in.57.8 in.7 in.114.6 in.
        204.1 in.74 in.58 in.7 in.122.4 in.
        201.4 in.75.3 in.58.5 in.6 in.117.9 in.
        200 in.73.8 in.58.1 in.5.1 in.116.9 in.
        196.5 in.74.4 in.58.3 in.5.3 in.118.5 in.
        2017 Audi A7

        Ranked #5

        196.2 in.75.2 in.55.9 in.4.4 in.114.7 in.

        2017 Audi A6 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          2017 Audi A6

          Ranked #20

          14.1 cu.ft.97.2 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.
          2017 Audi A7

          Ranked #1

          24.5 cu.ft.68.3 cu.ft.234.1 cu.ft.
          14.7 cu.ft.91 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.
          15.4 cu.ft.96.5 cu.ft.15.4 cu.ft.
          11.1 cu.ft.96.4 cu.ft.11.1 cu.ft.
          15.3 cu.ft.108.2 cu.ft.15.3 cu.ft.

          2017 Audi A6 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            2017 Audi A6

            Ranked #1

            6.9 cu.ft.14.1 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.-
            41 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.15.2 cu.ft.98 ft.
            -13.1 cu.ft.--
            -19.1 cu.ft.-76 ft.
            15.2 cu.ft.15.2 cu.ft.15.2 cu.ft.-
            16.9 cu.ft.16.7 cu.ft.16.9 cu.ft.-

            2017 Audi A6 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2017 Audi A6

              Ranked #4

              --3858 lbs.
              2017 Audi A7

              Ranked #1

              7716 lbs.-4244 lbs.
              3700 lbs.-4012 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3739 lbs.
              --3770 lbs.
              --3759 lbs.

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