Verdict
A
← Audi RS6 · 2008-2010 · C6
Audi RS6 C6
Headline trim: 5.0 biturbo V10 Avant — 572 bhp, 0-62 in 4.5s.
BHP
572 bhp
0–60
4.5 s
Top speed
174 mph
MPG
17.0 mpg
Used
£18,000-£35,000
Strengths
- 5.0 biturbo V10 — Lambo Gallardo-derived
- Saloon and Avant bodies
- DRC suspension
Weaknesses
- Eye-watering service costs
- Heavy thirst
- Air suspension wear
Notable tech
- C6 platform (A6 sibling)
- 5.0 biturbo V10 (Lamborghini Gallardo derived)
- Saloon and Avant bodies
- Quattro Torsen
- 6-speed Tiptronic
- DRC suspension
Common issues
- 5.0 V10 service costs
- DRC suspension wear
- Carbon build-up
Engine derivatives
UK trims and engines offered across C6's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
5.0 biturbo V10 quattro Saloon
BHP572
Torque650 Nm
0–604.5 s
Top174 mph
MPG17 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox6AT
5.0 biturbo V10 quattro Avant
BHP572
Torque650 Nm
0–604.5 s
Top174 mph
MPG17 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox6AT