Audi A6 Review
Audi A6 Celebration Edition launched
Audi A6 special edition launches at Rs 46.33 lakh
16 April, 2013: The German car maker Audi has launched the Audi A6 special edition in India for 2.0 TDI and 3.0 TDI variants. Till now the company has sold 6000 units of this sedan in India and celebrating this movement with launch of Audi A6 special edition which is priced at Rs 46.33 lakh (Ex-showroom Delhi). It boasts features of high-end luxury Audi A8 such as 4-Zone Deluxe Air Conditioning, Adaptive Air Suspension with Audi Drive Select, Rear Side Airbags, MMI Touch, Bose Surround Sound System, Comfort Key, front co-driver seat adjustment from the rear and LED headlights, MMI Remote Control and many more.
Audi A6 Review by Expert
The Audi A6 comes in with a whole new set of exciting and top notch features that make it a refreshing new sedan and separates it from its predecessors in a whole new fashion. The Audi A6 has been developed into a space like no other. It is a room vast than any other sedan of the segment. The Audi A6 has style in its exteriors, especially the superior and angled headlamps with the Xenon and the sharp LEDs. Embracing the middle is the superb grille and the body has sporty and very sophisticated looks.
The Interiors of then sedan are sophisticated and have their own way of making an impact that remains persistent in the eyes forming along nostalgia. The brilliant piece of engineering is redefined with the new powerful and bold engine that makes the Audi A6 natural phenomenon of speed and strength. The outstanding luxury provided in the multimedia and the ergonomics inside the driving console make it not just a relaxed drive on the wheels but also delivers a unique sense of peacefulness and serenity while driving. The assistance mechanisms and the seating adjustability together with marvelous suspensions make this car a perfect example of style, sensuousness and comfort.
The Audi A6 has been priced quite worthy and has its own charisma as you see it slide down through the roads. There is now better fuel economy in the A6 and has optimum emissions too. The décor of the car has an ambience like no other. Moreover the noise free engine offers a smooth and peaceful drive. The Audi A6 is not just rich and unique in the entertainment features but also in the field of safety. The superb set of safety features have been well fitted into the very soul of the A6 that make it the perfect choice for you in the C segment.
Look at anything from any angle with any sort of criticism and the Audi A6 surely has answer to all of them with distinct class and appeal. It is simply beautiful, powerful, fast, luxurious, comfortable and smart.
Audi A6 Mileage and Fuel Efficiency
Variant | Mileage (City) | Mileage (Highway) |
Audi A6 2011 2.0 TDI | 11 kmpl | 15.00 kmpl |
Audi A6 2011 2.8 FSI | 8.7 kmpl | 11.16 kmpl |
Audi A6 2011 3.0 TDI Quattro | 9.0 kmpl | 13.00 kmpl |
Audi A6 2011 3.0 TFSI Quattro | 5.5 kmpl | 9.09 kmpl |
The Audi A6 should not be misunderstood to be any lesser in fuel economy with the massive power its engine has. The Mileage of Audi A6 2.0 TDI comes out to be close to 11 Kmpl in the city and delivers a satisfying 15 Kmpl on the highways. The very convincing TDI technology with a 3 l engine in the A6’s TDI Quattro too shines bright with a 9 Kmpl in the city and a 13 Kmpl on the highways. The 3.0 l TFSI Quattro on the other hand is capable of delivering 5.5 Kmpl in the city and around 9 Kmpl on the highways. However the 2.8 FSI boasts of its 8.7 Kmpl in the city and around 11.16 Kmpl on the highways. The overall performance of the A6 stands out to be pretty decent and perhaps the best in its segment.
Audi A6 Models and Features
Variants | Features |
Interior décor has superior Valcona leather upholstery. The variant has amazing Xenon plus headlamps with LEDs. Also an electric sunroof is present in the décor, six airbags for front and rear as well as sides are present for safety of the driver and the passengers, it also comes with a smart and smooth cruise control mechanism. The variant is powered by a diesel engine. | |
The variant covers the same features as of the Audi A6 2011 2.0 TDI except for the fact that this variant comes with the support of a Petrol engine. | |
Audi A6 2011 3.0 TDI Quattro |
The variant has many features common with the 2.0 TDI but has got a set of extra premium features such as engine start/ stop button, a servotronic system, a 6 CD changer music system in the multimedia panel and much more. |
This model derives most of its features similar as the 2.8 FSI as well as the 2.0 TDI variant but comes with the support of a petrol engine. |
Audi A6 Engine, power and performance
The various variants of the Audi A6 have been well classified with both Petrol and Diesel engines. All the variants of the model differ from each with respect to the following figures and technology.
Engine Type | Max Power (bhp/ rpm) | Max Torque (Nm/ rpm) | Transmission |
2.0 TDI (Diesel) |
176/ 3750 |
380/ 1750 |
7 speed Automatic |
2.8 FSI (Petrol) |
203/ 5250 |
280/ 3000 |
7 speed Automatic |
3.0 TDI Quattro (Diesel) |
244/ 4000 |
500/ 1400 |
7 speed Automatic |
3.0 TFSI Quattro (Petrol) |
298/ 5250 |
440/ 2900 |
7 speed Automatic |
Audi A6 2.0 TDI Diesel Engine
The Audi A6 2.0 TDI Diesel Engine has been built off a superb displacement of about 2000 cc and has been powered by ultimate 4 cylinders over line together with a common rail system that make it churn a massive power of about 176 bhp at 3750 rpm and a torque that masks out others with a 380 Nm at 1750 rpm. The 2.0 TDI Diesel engine is capable of generating great power with great fuel efficiency.
Audi A6 2.8 FSI Petrol Engine
The Audi A6 2.8 FSI Petrol Engine has been delivered with the terrific V6 technology and platform that is responsible for such great power and speed. The displacement offered by this engine is around 2800 cc and the engine is capable of churning out a sheer power of about 203 bhp at 5250 rpm and a torque that chews others by its terrific 280 Nm at 3000 rpm. The engine has Audi valve shift technology and is a DOHC engine.
Audi A6 3.0 TDI Quattro Diesel Engine
The Audi A6 3.0 TDI Quattro engine has been made into a significant V6 charged platform similarly to the FSI but has a displacement of 3000 cc that takes it to the next level being the Quattro. The power generated by this super powered engine stands out at 244 bhp at 4000 rpm and a torque that outcast with 500 Nm at 1400 rpm.
Audi A6 3.0 TFSI Quattro Petrol Engine
The Audi A6 3.0 TFSI Quattro Petrol Engine has a unique 3000 cc V6 technology that is responsible for the generation of a power of about 298 bhp at 5250 rpm and a torque of around 440 Nm at 2900 rpm. The 3.0 TFSI Quattro Petrol engine makes the A6 one of the fastest and most powerful cars in the segment. The engine is a DOHC aluminum twin spark gasoline frame on V6 platform.
All the above mentioned engines of the Audi A6 come with a 7 speed automatic transmission.
Audi A6 Pickup and Acceleration
Engine Variant |
Acceleration (0- 100 Kmph) |
Top Speed (Kmph) |
2.0 TDI Diesel |
8.2 Seconds |
222 |
2.8 FSI Petrol |
7.7 Seconds |
240 |
3.0 TDI Quattro Diesel |
8.0 Seconds |
230 |
3.0 TFSI Quattro Petrol |
7.5 Seconds |
250 |
The pickup and acceleration is the new Audi A6 is simply redefined. The super powerful 2.0 TDI Diesel Engine has an acceleration of 0- 100 Kmph within 8.2 seconds and reaches up to a top speed of 222 Kmph amazingly. Equal powerful and speedy is the 2.8 FSI Petrol engine that offers a pickup from 0- 100 Kmph within 7.7 seconds and attains a speed of about 240 Kmph, one of the fastest in the class. On the other hand the 3.0 TDI Quattro Diesel Engine has an acceleration time of just 8 seconds and attains a top speed of 230 Kmph blazingly. The fastest stands out to be the 3.0 TFSI Quattro Petrol engine that has an acceleration time of just 7.5 seconds and a top speed of 250 Kmph, being the fastest of them all.
Audi A6 Interiors and Features
Audi A6 has been designed to please, adore and appeal all your sensory systems. The classy interiors of Audi A6 are never seen before highly fashioned and fantastically touched to perfection. There is a roomier cabin with a spacious décor in the chambers of this superbly crafted sedan. The saloon has elegance in every single piece that has been made into the design of this sedan. The process seems to be having done with ultimate dedication since it brings out the best example of craftsmanship. It has excelled through the ultimate wooden, platinum finish throughout then door trims, edges and outlines of the sedan.
The very beautiful instrument panel is placed in the front just with the same finish that makes it even more appealing. The high resolution graphical display present in the same along with the media interface with the navigation system or the GPS too makes it even more a marvel. The accessibility controls for the assistance of the driver have been placed within the reach and the illuminations of these are also very appealing to the eyes. This Audi is not just about driving but equally about the superior entertainment system. The A6 has a DSP sound mechanism and system that comes with an integrated 6 CD changer that has connections with ultimate supreme surround sound system through a combination of woofers and amplifiers.
Talking about the space, the Audi A6 has ample of space for the driver and the passengers to feel the very luxury and comfort of the car on longer hauls. It simply has room for everything just not fatigue. The excellently placed cup holders at the front and the rear and the outstanding magazine holders located at the bottom of the door trims makes it even more luxurious. Do not forget the LCD display that counts for more entertainment as well. Also there is significant amount of boot space in the sedan too. The comfortable, relaxing and very stunning Valcona leather upholstery in the chambers makes it a delight inside the sedan.
Audi A6 Exteriors and Features
Audi A6 not just has some very splendid interiors, but the appreciation would be incomplete without mentioning about the amazing set of exteriors that have been imparted to the sedan. The A6 is about looks and style from every angle. It is simply a marvelous way of how the designing is done by the German automobile. The angular headlamps of the sedan have way of pleasing the lookers and have an impulsive attitude in the front fascia. The superbly carved platinum grille in the center makes it look even sensuous.
The new Audi A6 differs from it’s predecessors in the way that this one has a god lifted face at the front. The grille is a single chromed radiator grille with integrated bumpers and air vents. The headlamps feature day- night time LED lights with Xenon both at the front and the rear in a horizontally striped fashion which gives an appearance as if the diamonds have been embedded into the body of the sedan. The fascinating rear portion of the A6 has chrome integrated on to the bumper and has a wide diffuser with straight exhaust tubes.
The sidelines and side skirts of the Audi A6 have been outlined to perfection giving the side appearance of the sedan an equal admiration. There is style in every bit of the A6, whether it’s the alloy wheels with discs, the rear end or the bonnet, the side curves and edges and even the roof of this highly magnificent sedan.
Safety Features in Audi A6
The Audi A6 has been upgraded with a number of safety elements that ensure all round safety of the passengers and the driver. The automatic deployment of the airbags both at the front and the rear make it safe during the time or incident of an accident or collision. The ABS with the Electronic stability program (ESP) and the Servotronic system make it convenient to control at higher speeds for precise acceleration, thereby ensuring maximum protection. The superb traction control and other feasibilities make the A6 just too tempting even in the aspect of safety. Moreover the dual LED headlamps with automatic day- night adjustment add to the list of enhanced safety measures by improvising on focus and visibility.
Audi A6 Driving and Handling
The driving and handling in the Audi A6 is as terrific as in dreams. The splendid sporty and sensitive steering wheel of the car is amazing. The suspension in the sedan is worth mentioning here with the presence of a four link suspension system in the front and a trapezoidal suspension system at the rear. The anti- roll bar mechanism helps deliver good ant- shock phenomenon making it very comfortable for both driver and passengers. The excellent brake assist, cruise control and park assist features make the Audi A6 perfect in handling. The beam assistance for switching between high and low beams of the light make it even more superior in terms of driving and handling.
Audi A6 Accessories
The A6 comes with a number of accessories or extra premium features like the leather upholstery upgrades, the MMI or the Multimedia interface with LCD and the GPS. Others include the 6 CD changer entertainment audio systems with BOSE surround system and amplifiers. A more premium range of accessories in the new Audi A6 also includes an enhanced integrated voice recognition tool that automatically plays ignition by matching the frequency with you prerecorded voice. Others include a 12 V- 15 V extended socket and extension for multiple power outlets that you may utilize with your mobile phone as well as laptops.
Audi A6 Conclusion
The Audi A6 masters all fields of style, elegance, power and performance and is perhaps the best in the segment especially with that kind of a mileage which is hard to get for a sedan of this class. The A6 has a very charming and contemporary way of offering what we have better known as luxury. It has a class of its own distinct elements and with a price that stands out high for the world has a little thought to play with those who spend on leisure and power. So the verdict of the Audi A6 stands way too far from the neutral, it simply an ‘Audi’.
Audi A6 Variants
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8.7 Kmpl (City)
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