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Audi S6 C6

Headline trim: 5.2 V10 quattro — 429 bhp, 0-62 in 5.1s.

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Verdict
B
BHP
429 bhp
0–60
5.1 s
Top speed
155 mph
MPG
17 mpg (US)
Used
$10,000-$25,000

Strengths

  • 5.2 V10 — Lamborghini Gallardo-derived
  • Sleeper saloon look
  • Avant practicality

Weaknesses

  • Eye-watering V10 parts costs
  • Heavy
  • Sub-20 mpg in real use

Notable tech

  • C6 platform
  • 5.2 V10 — Lambo Gallardo derived
  • Quattro Torsen
  • 6-speed Tiptronic

Common issues

  • V10 carbon build-up
  • Air suspension compressor wear
  • Eye-watering service costs

Engine derivatives

US-spec trims and engines offered across C6's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.

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5.2 FSI V10 quattro
BHP429
Torque540 Nm
0–605.1 s
Top155 mph
MPG (US)17 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox6AT