Audi S6 C8 (4K) Sedan (2019)

MSRP 63315 GBP71% Neofiliac71% External
Keywords: audiaudi-sawdexecutive-carmid-sizemulti-linksedanturbochargedv8

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Product Overview

Audi S6 is the high performance variant of the A6. In the fifth generation, the S6 comes in both sedan and wagon (Avant) forms. Unlike its predecessor, which had a V8 bi-turbo powerplant, the new S6s have downsized engines. In Europe, it is powered by a 3.0L TDI V6, while outside Europe a 2.9L bi-turbo V6 takes its place.

Ratings

What we found**

Neofiliac score 71% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Good exterior styling
  • Good 0.28 drag coefficient
  • Decent performance
Cons
  • Downsized engine(s)
  • Limited by emission controls

What external reviewers found***

External score 71% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Impressive range and economy
  • Gorgeous interior
  • Impressive fuel economy
  • Comfortable ride
  • Comfortable to drive
  • Powerful V8 engine
Cons
  • Lacklustre handling
  • Lack of standard S6 tech
  • Heavy for its class
  • Audi’s infotainment system isn’t the best
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Specifications

Capacity

Cargo Capacity
520 L / 18.4 cu-ft
Coolant Capacity
10.0 L / 10.6 qt
Engine Oil Capacity
6.1 L / 6.4 qt
Fuel Capacity
63.0 L / 16.6 gal
Passengers
5
Payload
635 kg / 1400 lbs

Chassis

Brakes | Front
Disc
Brakes | Rear
Disc
Power Steering
Electric Steering
Suspension | Front
Multi-link
Suspension | Rear
Multi-link
Tire Size
255/40 R20 101Y
Turning Circle
12.1 m / 39.7 ft

Construction

Body Style
4-door Sedan

Dimensions

Size | Height
1446 mm / 56.9 in
Size | Length
4954 mm / 195.0 in
Size | Width
1886 mm / 74.3 in
Track Width | Front
1620.0 mm / 63.8 in
Track Width | Rear
1603.0 mm / 63.1 in
Weight
1955.0 kg / 4310.0 lbs
Wheel Size
8.5J x 20
Wheelbase
2928 mm / 115.3 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h
5.0 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph
4.8 sec
CO2 Emission
164 ~ 165 g/km
Coefficient Of Drag
0.29
Fuel Economy
6.2 L/100km / 37.9 MPG (combined) | 7.4 L/100km / 31.8 MPG (urban) | 5.6 L/100km / 42.0 MPG (highway)
Top Speed
250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph
Towing Capacity
750 kg / 1653 lbs (w/o brakes) | 2100 kg / 4630 lbs (w/ brakes @ 8% gradient) | 2100 kg / 4630 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)

Powertrain

Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine (longitudinal), All-wheel drive
Engine
DEWA
Engine | Bore
83.0 mm / 3.3 in
Engine | Compression Ratio
15.5:1
Engine | Displacement
3.0 L / 181.1 cu-in / 2967.0 cc
Engine | Power
349.0 hp / 260.2 kW @ 3850 rpm
Engine | Specific Output
117.6 hp/L / 1.9 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke
91.4 mm / 3.6 in
Engine | Torque
700 Nm / 516.3 lb-ft @ 2500-3100 rpm
Engine | Type
Bi-turbocharged commonrail diesel V6 engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears
8-speed
Transmission | Type
Automatic Tiptronic

Production

Availability
2019
Made In
Germany

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3rd-Party Review Videos

External Reviews

autocar[1]

Reviewer score 62%
Reviewers from autocar have found the following***:
The heart of the S6 is a north-south nose-mounted 3.0-litre V6 equipped with a 48V electrically driven compressor. When the car is coasting or on the overrun, it collects power in a 0.48kWh battery for later use in acceleration. The official WLTP combined fuel consumption figure is 36.2mpg and the CO2 output is 164g/km.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Powerful V8 engine
  • Impressive fuel economy
Cons
  • Heavy for its class
  • Lacklustre handling

autocar[2]

Reviewer score 58%
Reviewers from autocar have found the following***:
The S6 is fast, for starters. The oomph of 344bhp and a whopping 516lb ft of torque is more than adequate once you squeeze north of 2000rpm. On motorway commutes, the ride experience hits all the usual adjectives for an Audi: quiet, refined, perhaps a little aloof. There’s little reason to leave your cocoon of comfort for a wet and windy forecourt too often.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Impressive range and economy
  • Quattro four-wheel drive
  • Comfortable to drive
Cons
  • Audi’s infotainment system isn’t the best

cnet[3]

Reviewer score 93%
Reviewers from cnet have found the following***:
Audi is killing it with interior design, and the fine leather, open-pore wood and aluminum trim all work together to create a cabin that's both modern and ultra-premium. There's a ton of tech on offer, too, as evidenced by not one, not two, but three different screens. The base S6 Premium Plus can be had with a $2,250 Driver Assistance package.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Gorgeous interior
  • Comfortable ride
  • Lots of tech
Cons
  • Lack of standard S6 tech

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References

  1. ^ Audi S6 2019 review. [autocar]. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/audi/s6/first-drives/audi-s6-2019-review. 2019-05-22. Retrieved 2022-07-17.
  2. ^ Audi S6 Avant TDI 2019 UK review. [autocar]. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/audi/s6/first-drives/audi-s6-avant-tdi-2019-uk-review. 2019-07-26. Retrieved 2022-07-17.
  3. ^ 2020 Audi S6 review: A beautifully balanced sport sedan. [cnet]. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/reviews/2020-audi-s6-review/. 2020-03-25. Retrieved 2021-03-22.

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