2017 Audi S6

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Rating8.5

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Midsize Sedan
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$70,900 - $74,100
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Powerful and buttery smooth V8 powertrain

Rivals are much more engaging to drive

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration

Loaded with luxury and safety features

Limited cubbyholes and in-cabin storage space

No other significant changes for 2017

Exceptionally luxurious cabin

Optional features take the price up high

Specs & Features

$70,900

price

450 hp @ 5800 rpm

horsepower

406 lb.-ft. @ 1400 rpm

torque

7-Speed Auto-Shift Manual w/od

transmission

4.0L 8cyl AWD 7A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2017 Audi S6 Sedan makes for an excellent contender in the midsize sedan. With 2 trims on offer, the Audi S6 has a base MSRP of $70,900, with prices going all the way up to an MSRP of $74,100, competing directly with the Mercedes-Benz AMG E 43 Sedan, the BMW 5 Series 540i Sedan, and the Lexus GS F Sedan. Only a 4.0L turbocharged V8 engine is offered, mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission. Together, they produce 450 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 4.1 seconds, the S6 Sedan maintains a combined fuel economy of 21 MPG. Audi offers the S6 Sedan in 12 stunning colors, with the Misano Red Pearl Effect being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

The 2017 Audi S6 Sedan is a powerful and luxurious sedan in the segment. It is offered in two trims and we recommend getting the base Premium Plus trim that is well-loaded and offers good value.

Trims

    Premium Plus
    $70,900 onwards
    • 19-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Front & rear fog/driving lights
    • Navigation system
    • Parking assist
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    Prestige
    $70,900 onwards
    • Engine: 4.0L 8cyl AWD 7A
    • Horsepower: 450 hp @ 5800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 406 lb.-ft. @ 1400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.4 sec
    • Top Speed: 155 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 21 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$70,900- $74,100

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.48

Horsepower

450 hp @ 5800 rpm

Torque

406 lb.-ft. @ 1400 rpm

Capacity

5

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$204,950- $206,000

Gasoline

8.09

565 hp @ 6650 rpm

465 lb.-ft. @ 5500 rpm

4

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$31,200- $49,250

Gasoline

8.33

186 hp @ 4400 rpm

221 lb.-ft.

4

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$110,700- $129,500

Gasoline

8.29

560 hp @ 5700 rpm

516 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

4

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Gasoline

8.49

605 hp @ 6100 rpm

517 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$64,000

Gasoline

7.69

320 hp @ 5500 rpm

330 lb.-ft. @ 1380 rpm

5

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$68,100- $72,200

Gasoline

7.74

365 hp @ 6000 rpm

376 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

5

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$71,600- $79,700

Gasoline

7.09

345 hp @ 5250 rpm

369 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$39,500- $52,900

Gasoline

8.09

241 hp @ 5550 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

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Gasoline

8.21

469 hp @ 5500 rpm

479 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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2017 Audi S6 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2017 Audi S6

    Ranked #7

    4.4 sec13.1 sec155 mph
    2017 Audi S8

    Ranked #1

    3.6 sec12.0 sec190 mph
    3.7 sec12.0 sec174 mph
    3.9 sec12 sec180 mph
    3.96 sec--
    4.1 sec12.4 sec178 mph

    2017 Audi S6 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      2017 Audi S6

      Ranked #4

      18 mpg27 mpg21 mpg19.8 gal.-
      2017 Audi A3

      Ranked #1

      26 mpg35 mpg29 mpg13.2 gal.343.20/462 mi.
      24 mpg34 mpg28 mpg17.4 gal.- -
      20 mpg30 mpg24 mpg21.1 gal.422/633 mi.
      18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg17.4 gal.313.2/435 mi.
      18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg21.1 gal.379.8/527.5 mi.

      2017 Audi S6 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        2017 Audi S6

        Ranked #9

        194.4 in.73.8 in.56.8 in.7 in.114.8 in.
        204.9 in.75.4 in.58.9 in.5.1 in.124.4 in.
        2017 Audi S8

        Ranked #2

        202.6 in.76.7 in.57.4 in.5 in.117.9 in.
        197.6 in.84.3 in.53.5 in.4 in.117.7 in.
        197.3 in.75.2 in.55.8 in.4 in.114.8 in.
        196.7 in.74.1 in.55.4 in.5 in.113.2 in.

        2017 Audi S6 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
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          2017 Audi S6

          Ranked #8

          6.9 cu.ft.98 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.
          7.8 cu.ft.177.8 cu.ft.108.4 cu.ft.
          15.7 cu.ft.113.2 cu.ft.15.7 cu.ft.
          2017 Audi S8

          Ranked #3

          14.2 cu.ft.63 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.
          -88.2 cu.ft.53.2 cu.ft.
          24.5 cu.ft.101.5 cu.ft.49.1 cu.ft.

          2017 Audi S6 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            2017 Audi S6

            Ranked #1

            6.9 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.76 ft.
            2017 Audi S8

            Ranked #2

            57.5 cu.ft.14.2 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.76 ft.
            72.4 cu.ft.15.7 cu.ft.15.7 cu.ft.-
            108.4 cu.ft.7.8 cu.ft.108.4 cu.ft.-
            2017 BMW M3

            Ranked #5

            41 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.15.2 cu.ft.98 ft.
            49.1 cu.ft.24.5 cu.ft.49.1 cu.ft.-

            2017 Audi S6 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2017 Audi S6

              Ranked #2

              --4497 lbs.
              2017 Audi A3

              Ranked #1

              7700 lbs.1102 lbs.3428 lbs.
              --4497 lbs.
              --3829 lbs.
              --4145 lbs.
              --4630 lbs.

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