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Verified Performance Tests Updated May 2026 · 46 recorded runs

Audi A6 0–60 Times

The Audi A6 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 46 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.

The fastest tested Audi A6 is the 2016 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 4.40 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 13.00 seconds at 107.0 mph, according to Motor Trend.

The slowest tested Audi A6 is the 1999 Audi A6 2.8 Avant Quattro, which took 9.80 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 17.30 seconds at 82.0 mph, according to Motor Trend.

Out of all the Audi A6 tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 6.18 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 14.61 seconds at 96.79 mph.

Fastest 0–60 4.40sec 2016 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan · stock
Average 0–60 6.18sec Across 46 runs
Avg ¼ Mile 14.61sec @ 96.8 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 9.80sec 1999 2.8 Avant
2025 Audi A6

Across 46 verified runs, the Audi A6 ranges from 4.40 to 9.80 seconds 0–60, with a 6.18-second average.

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Audi A6 Performance Overview

Audi’s A6 has traced a steady performance arc across 46 verified tests spanning 1995 to 2025. The C4 generation opened with the 1995 2.8 Quattro Sedan at 8.3 seconds to 60 mph, powered by a 172-hp naturally aspirated V6. In the C5 years, gasoline output expanded into naturally aspirated V8 and twin-turbo V6 territory, cutting times to 6.6 seconds in the 2000 2.7T Quattro Sedan and 6.4 seconds in the 2001 4.2 Quattro Sedan.

The C6 period continued that progression as the range moved from 255 to 335 hp, including supercharged gasoline setups; the 2009 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan reached 60 mph in 5.4 seconds. C7 marked the broadest powertrain mix, adding diesel and hybrid variants alongside turbocharged and supercharged gasoline models, and reset the pace with the 2012 3.0T Premium Plus Quattro Sedan at 4.6 seconds. That era produced the model’s quickest published results: the 2016 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan recorded an all-time best 4.4 seconds to 60 mph and a 13.0-second quarter-mile at 107 mph.

Today, the C8 A6 sits in a different technical phase, with tested examples spanning hybrid and electric powertrains. Its quickest result so far is the 4.7-second run of the 2019 3.0T Prestige S-Line Quattro Sedan, keeping the current car close to the C7 peak while broadening the lineup’s propulsion mix.

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Audi A6 0–60 Times by Generation: C4 to C8

5 generations
Generation Years Avg 0–60 Fastest 0–60 Tests Notes
C8 2019–present 4.94s 4.70s — 2019 3.0T Prestige S-Line Quattro Sedan 5 The C8 generation (2019–present) averaged 4.94 seconds to 60 mph across 5 tests, led by the 2019 3.0T Prestige S-Line Quattro Sedan at 4.70 seconds. Output ranged from 335 to 362 hp across 3.0L Turbo V6 + Elec, Elec 94.4-kWh configurations.
C7 2012–2018 5.16s 4.40s — 2016 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan 17 The C7 generation (2012–2018) averaged 5.16 seconds to 60 mph across 17 tests, led by the 2016 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan at 4.40 seconds. Output ranged from 240 to 340 hp across 2.0L Turbo I-4, 3.0L Supercharger V6, 3.0L Turbo Diesel V6, 3.0L Turbo Diesel V6 , 3.0L Turbo V6 + Elec configurations.
C6 2005–2011 6.33s 5.40s — 2009 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan 11 The C6 generation (2005–2011) averaged 6.33 seconds to 60 mph across 11 tests, led by the 2009 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan at 5.40 seconds. Output ranged from 255 to 335 hp across 3.0L Supercharger V6, 3.1L V6, 4.2L V8 configurations.
C5 1998–2004 7.82s 6.40s — 2001 4.2 Quattro Sedan 12 The C5 generation (1998–2004) averaged 7.82 seconds to 60 mph across 12 tests, led by the 2001 4.2 Quattro Sedan at 6.40 seconds. Output ranged from 200 to 300 hp across 2.7L Twin-Turbo V6, 2.8L V6, 3.0L V6, 4.2L V8 configurations.
C4 1995–1997 8.30s 8.30s — 1995 2.8 Quattro Sedan 1 The C4 generation (1995–1997) averaged 8.30 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 1995 2.8 Quattro Sedan at 8.30 seconds. Output was 172 hp across 2.8L V6 configurations.
C8 2019–present
Avg 0–60 4.94s
Fastest 4.70s
Tests 5
2019 3.0T Prestige S-Line Quattro Sedan
The C8 generation (2019–present) averaged 4.94 seconds to 60 mph across 5 tests, led by the 2019 3.0T Prestige S-Line Quattro Sedan at 4.70 seconds. Output ranged from 335 to 362 hp across 3.0L Turbo V6 + Elec, Elec 94.4-kWh configurations.
C7 2012–2018
Avg 0–60 5.16s
Fastest 4.40s
Tests 17
2016 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan
The C7 generation (2012–2018) averaged 5.16 seconds to 60 mph across 17 tests, led by the 2016 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan at 4.40 seconds. Output ranged from 240 to 340 hp across 2.0L Turbo I-4, 3.0L Supercharger V6, 3.0L Turbo Diesel V6, 3.0L Turbo Diesel V6 , 3.0L Turbo V6 + Elec configurations.
C6 2005–2011
Avg 0–60 6.33s
Fastest 5.40s
Tests 11
2009 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan
The C6 generation (2005–2011) averaged 6.33 seconds to 60 mph across 11 tests, led by the 2009 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan at 5.40 seconds. Output ranged from 255 to 335 hp across 3.0L Supercharger V6, 3.1L V6, 4.2L V8 configurations.
C5 1998–2004
Avg 0–60 7.82s
Fastest 6.40s
Tests 12
2001 4.2 Quattro Sedan
The C5 generation (1998–2004) averaged 7.82 seconds to 60 mph across 12 tests, led by the 2001 4.2 Quattro Sedan at 6.40 seconds. Output ranged from 200 to 300 hp across 2.7L Twin-Turbo V6, 2.8L V6, 3.0L V6, 4.2L V8 configurations.
C4 1995–1997
Avg 0–60 8.30s
Fastest 8.30s
Tests 1
1995 2.8 Quattro Sedan
The C4 generation (1995–1997) averaged 8.30 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 1995 2.8 Quattro Sedan at 8.30 seconds. Output was 172 hp across 2.8L V6 configurations.
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Audi A6 0–60 Times by Year and Trim

46 tests · 19 years
▾

2025 Audi A6

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 4.90 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 13.50 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#09
2025 Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Prestige
4.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.50s ¼ mi @ 106.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
4.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.50 sec
Trap Speed
106.0 mph
Engine
Elec 94.4-kWh
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
1A
Horsepower
362 hp
Torque
428 lb-ft
Curb Weight
5,080 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.0 lbs/hp
MPGe EPA
123 C / 113 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Liftback
Powertrain
Electric
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#9 of 46
2025 Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Prestige

2020 Audi A6

2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 5.15 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 13.75 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#11
2020 Audi A6 Allroad Premium Plus Wagon
5.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.70s ¼ mi @ 102.8 mph
▾
0–60 mph
5.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.70 sec
Trap Speed
102.8 mph
Engine
3.0L Turbo V6 + Elec
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
7A
Horsepower
335 hp
Torque
369 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,490 lbs
Power-to-Weight
13.4 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
20 C / 26 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Wagon
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#11 of 46
2020 Audi A6 Allroad Premium Plus Wagon
#14
2020 Audi A6 Allroad Prestige Wagon
5.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.80s ¼ mi @ 102.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
5.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.80 sec
Trap Speed
102.0 mph
Engine
3.0L Turbo V6 + Elec
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
7A
Horsepower
335 hp
Torque
369 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,490 lbs
Power-to-Weight
13.4 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
20 C / 26 H / 22 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Wagon
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#14 of 46
2020 Audi A6 Allroad Prestige Wagon

2019 Audi A6

2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 4.75 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 13.35 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#04
2019 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige S-Line Quattro Sedan
4.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.30s ¼ mi @ 104.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
4.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.30 sec
Trap Speed
104.0 mph
Engine
3.0L Turbo V6 + Elec
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
7A
Horsepower
335 hp
Torque
369 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,332 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 29 H / 27.1 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#4 of 46
2019 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige S-Line Quattro Sedan
#07
2019 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige S-Line Quattro Sedan
4.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.40s ¼ mi @ 104.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
4.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.40 sec
Trap Speed
104.0 mph
Engine
3.0L Turbo V6 + Elec
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
7A
Horsepower
335 hp
Torque
369 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,332 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 29 H / 21 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#7 of 46
2019 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige S-Line Quattro Sedan

2018 Audi A6

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 5.00 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 13.50 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#10
2018 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige S-Line Quattro Sedan
5.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.50s ¼ mi @ 102.7 mph
▾
0–60 mph
5.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.50 sec
Trap Speed
102.7 mph
Engine
3.0L Turbo V6 + Elec
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
7A
Horsepower
340 hp
Torque
369 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,343 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 29 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#10 of 46
2018 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige S-Line Quattro Sedan

2017 Audi A6

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 5.20 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 13.70 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#15
2017 Audi A6 3.0T Competition Quattro Sedan
5.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.70s ¼ mi @ 105.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
5.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.70 sec
Trap Speed
105.0 mph
Engine
3.0L Supercharger V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
340 hp
Torque
325 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,244 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
21 C / 29 H / 21 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#15 of 46
2017 Audi A6 3.0T Competition Quattro Sedan

2016 Audi A6

6 verified runs
Avg 0–60 5.23 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 13.87 sec
Recorded Tests 6
#01
2016 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan
4.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.00s ¼ mi @ 107.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
4.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.00 sec
Trap Speed
107.0 mph
Engine
3.0L Supercharger V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
333 hp
Torque
325 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,211 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
20 C / 30 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#1 of 46
2016 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan
#02
2016 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan
4.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.30s ¼ mi @ 105.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
4.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.30 sec
Trap Speed
105.0 mph
Engine
3.0L Supercharger V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
333 hp
Torque
325 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,211 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
20 C / 30 H / 22 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#2 of 46
2016 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan
#05
2016 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan
4.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.30s ¼ mi @ 104.6 mph
▾
0–60 mph
4.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.30 sec
Trap Speed
104.6 mph
Engine
3.0L Supercharger V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
333 hp
Torque
325 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,211 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
20 C / 30 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#5 of 46
2016 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan
#21
2016 Audi A6 3.0 TDI Prestige Quattro Sedan
5.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.30s ¼ mi @ 93.7 mph
▾
0–60 mph
5.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.30 sec
Trap Speed
93.7 mph
Engine
3.0L Turbo Diesel V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
240 hp
Torque
428 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,343 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.1 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
25 C / 38 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Diesel
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#21 of 46
2016 Audi A6 3.0 TDI Prestige Quattro Sedan
#25
2016 Audi A6 2.0T Premium Plus Quattro Sedan
6.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.60s ¼ mi @ 93.2 mph
▾
0–60 mph
6.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.60 sec
Trap Speed
93.2 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
252 hp
Torque
273 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,012 lbs
Power-to-Weight
15.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 32 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#25 of 46
2016 Audi A6 2.0T Premium Plus Quattro Sedan
#27
2016 Audi A6 2.0T Premium Plus Quattro Sedan
6.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.70s ¼ mi @ 94.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
6.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.70 sec
Trap Speed
94.0 mph
Engine
2.0L Turbo I-4
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
252 hp
Torque
273 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,012 lbs
Power-to-Weight
15.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
22 C / 32 H / 21 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#27 of 46
2016 Audi A6 2.0T Premium Plus Quattro Sedan

2014 Audi A6

3 verified runs
Avg 0–60 5.37 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.03 sec
Recorded Tests 3
#12
2014 Audi A6 3.0 TDI Prestige Quattro Sedan
5.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.90s ¼ mi @ 98.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
5.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.90 sec
Trap Speed
98.0 mph
Engine
3.0L Turbo Diesel V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
240 hp
Torque
428 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,300 lbs
Power-to-Weight
17.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
24 C / 38 H / 29 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Diesel
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#12 of 46
2014 Audi A6 3.0 TDI Prestige Quattro Sedan
#16
2014 Audi A6 3.0 TDI Prestige Quattro Sedan
5.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.20s ¼ mi @ 94.8 mph
▾
0–60 mph
5.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.20 sec
Trap Speed
94.8 mph
Engine
3.0L Turbo Diesel V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
240 hp
Torque
428 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,300 lbs
Power-to-Weight
17.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
24 C / 38 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Diesel
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#16 of 46
2014 Audi A6 3.0 TDI Prestige Quattro Sedan
#22
2014 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan
5.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.00s ¼ mi @ 101.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
5.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.00 sec
Trap Speed
101.0 mph
Engine
3.0L Supercharger V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
310 hp
Torque
325 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,200 lbs
Power-to-Weight
13.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 27 H / 20 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#22 of 46
2014 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan

2012 Audi A6

6 verified runs
Avg 0–60 5.00 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 13.57 sec
Recorded Tests 6
#03
2012 Audi A6 3.0T Premium Plus Quattro Sedan
4.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.20s ¼ mi @ 105.5 mph
▾
0–60 mph
4.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.20 sec
Trap Speed
105.5 mph
Engine
3.0L Supercharger V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
310 hp
Torque
325 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,189 lbs
Power-to-Weight
13.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
19 C / 28 H / 20.4 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#3 of 46
2012 Audi A6 3.0T Premium Plus Quattro Sedan
#06
2012 Audi A6 3.0T Premium Plus Quattro Sedan
4.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.40s ¼ mi @ 102.2 mph
▾
0–60 mph
4.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.40 sec
Trap Speed
102.2 mph
Engine
3.0L Supercharger V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
310 hp
Torque
325 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,189 lbs
Power-to-Weight
13.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
19 C / 28 H / 18.7 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#6 of 46
2012 Audi A6 3.0T Premium Plus Quattro Sedan
#08
2012 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan
4.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.40s ¼ mi @ 103.9 mph
▾
0–60 mph
4.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.40 sec
Trap Speed
103.9 mph
Engine
3.0L Supercharger V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
310 hp
Torque
325 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,233 lbs
Power-to-Weight
13.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
19 C / 28 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#8 of 46
2012 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan
#13
2012 Audi A6 3.0T Premium Plus Quattro Sedan
5.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.70s ¼ mi @ 103.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
5.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.70 sec
Trap Speed
103.0 mph
Engine
3.0L Supercharger V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
310 hp
Torque
325 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,189 lbs
Power-to-Weight
13.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
19 C / 28 H / 19 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#13 of 46
2012 Audi A6 3.0T Premium Plus Quattro Sedan
#17
2012 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan
5.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.90s ¼ mi @ 102.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
5.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.90 sec
Trap Speed
102.0 mph
Engine
3.0L Supercharger V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
310 hp
Torque
325 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,233 lbs
Power-to-Weight
13.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
19 C / 28 H / 23 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#17 of 46
2012 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan
#18
2012 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan
5.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.80s ¼ mi @ 101.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
5.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.80 sec
Trap Speed
101.0 mph
Engine
3.0L Supercharger V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
310 hp
Torque
325 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,233 lbs
Power-to-Weight
13.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
19 C / 28 H / 22 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#18 of 46
2012 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan

2010 Audi A6

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 5.60 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.10 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#23
2010 Audi A6 3.0T Premium Plus Quattro Sedan
5.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.10s ¼ mi @ 100.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
5.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.10 sec
Trap Speed
100.0 mph
Engine
3.0L Supercharger V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
300 hp
Torque
310 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,112 lbs
Power-to-Weight
13.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 26 H / 22 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#23 of 46
2010 Audi A6 3.0T Premium Plus Quattro Sedan

2009 Audi A6

4 verified runs
Avg 0–60 5.63 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.15 sec
Recorded Tests 4
#19
2009 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan
5.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.90s ¼ mi @ 100.7 mph
▾
0–60 mph
5.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.90 sec
Trap Speed
100.7 mph
Engine
3.0L Supercharger V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
300 hp
Torque
310 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,100 lbs
Power-to-Weight
13.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 26 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#19 of 46
2009 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan
#20
2009 Audi A6 3.0T Premium Plus Quattro Sedan
5.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.00s ¼ mi @ 100.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
5.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.00 sec
Trap Speed
100.0 mph
Engine
3.0L Supercharger V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
300 hp
Torque
310 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,110 lbs
Power-to-Weight
13.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 26 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#20 of 46
2009 Audi A6 3.0T Premium Plus Quattro Sedan
#24
2009 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan
5.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.20s ¼ mi @ 100.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
5.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.20 sec
Trap Speed
100.0 mph
Engine
3.0L Supercharger V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
300 hp
Torque
310 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,100 lbs
Power-to-Weight
13.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 26 H / 18 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#24 of 46
2009 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan
#26
2009 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan
6.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.50s ¼ mi @ 96.9 mph
▾
0–60 mph
6.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.50 sec
Trap Speed
96.9 mph
Engine
3.0L Supercharger V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
300 hp
Torque
310 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,100 lbs
Power-to-Weight
13.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 26 H / 13.6 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#26 of 46
2009 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan

2006 Audi A6

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 7.70 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.90 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#40
2006 Audi A6 3.2 Avant Quattro
7.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.90s ¼ mi @ 90.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.90 sec
Trap Speed
90.0 mph
Engine
3.1L V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
255 hp
Torque
243 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,070 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
16 C / 24 H / 23 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Wagon
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#40 of 46
2006 Audi A6 3.2 Avant Quattro

2005 Audi A6

5 verified runs
Avg 0–60 6.76 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.14 sec
Recorded Tests 5
#28
2005 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Sedan
6.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.80s ¼ mi @ 97.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
6.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.80 sec
Trap Speed
97.0 mph
Engine
4.2L V8
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
335 hp
Torque
310 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,050 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.1 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
15 C / 22 H / 17 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#28 of 46
2005 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Sedan
#29
2005 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Sedan
6.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.90s ¼ mi @ 97.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
6.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.90 sec
Trap Speed
97.0 mph
Engine
4.2L V8
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
335 hp
Torque
310 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,050 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.1 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
15 C / 22 H / 17 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#29 of 46
2005 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Sedan
#31
2005 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Sedan
6.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.10s ¼ mi @ 95.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
6.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.10 sec
Trap Speed
95.0 mph
Engine
4.2L V8
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
335 hp
Torque
310 lb-ft
Curb Weight
4,050 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.1 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
15 C / 22 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#31 of 46
2005 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Sedan
#37
2005 Audi A6 3.2 Quattro Sedan
7.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.50s ¼ mi @ 92.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.50 sec
Trap Speed
92.0 mph
Engine
3.1L V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
255 hp
Torque
243 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,900 lbs
Power-to-Weight
15.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
17 C / 24 H / 23 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#37 of 46
2005 Audi A6 3.2 Quattro Sedan
#38
2005 Audi A6 3.2 Quattro Sedan
7.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.40s ¼ mi @ 91.4 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.40 sec
Trap Speed
91.4 mph
Engine
3.1L V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6A
Horsepower
255 hp
Torque
243 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,900 lbs
Power-to-Weight
15.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
17 C / 24 H / 18 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#38 of 46
2005 Audi A6 3.2 Quattro Sedan

2003 Audi A6

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 6.70 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.00 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#34
2003 Audi A6 2.7T Quattro Sedan
6.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.00s ¼ mi @ 94.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
6.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.00 sec
Trap Speed
94.0 mph
Engine
2.7L Twin-Turbo V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
250 hp
Torque
258 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,900 lbs
Power-to-Weight
15.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
16 C / 23 H / 18 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#34 of 46
2003 Audi A6 2.7T Quattro Sedan

2002 Audi A6

2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 7.15 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.55 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#36
2002 Audi A6 3.0 Sedan
6.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.30s ¼ mi @ 92.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
6.90 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.30 sec
Trap Speed
92.0 mph
Engine
3.0L V6
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
CVT
Horsepower
220 hp
Torque
221 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,700 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
17 C / 23 H / 25 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#36 of 46
2002 Audi A6 3.0 Sedan
#39
2002 Audi A6 3.0 Sedan
7.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.80s ¼ mi @ 89.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
7.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.80 sec
Trap Speed
89.0 mph
Engine
3.0L V6
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
CVT
Horsepower
220 hp
Torque
221 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,700 lbs
Power-to-Weight
16.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
17 C / 23 H / 26 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#39 of 46
2002 Audi A6 3.0 Sedan

2001 Audi A6

2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 6.55 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.94 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#30
2001 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Sedan
6.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.90s ¼ mi @ 95.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
6.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.90 sec
Trap Speed
95.0 mph
Engine
4.2L V8
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
300 hp
Torque
295 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,850 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
15 C / 23 H / 22 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#30 of 46
2001 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Sedan
#33
2001 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Sedan
6.69sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.97s ¼ mi @ 94.2 mph
▾
0–60 mph
6.69 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.97 sec
Trap Speed
94.2 mph
Engine
4.2L V8
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
300 hp
Torque
295 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,850 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
15 C / 23 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#33 of 46
2001 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Sedan

2000 Audi A6

2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 6.70 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.20 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#32
2000 Audi A6 2.7T Quattro Sedan
6.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.10s ¼ mi @ 94.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
6.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.10 sec
Trap Speed
94.0 mph
Engine
2.7L Twin-Turbo V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
250 hp
Torque
258 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,880 lbs
Power-to-Weight
15.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
15 C / 22 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#32 of 46
2000 Audi A6 2.7T Quattro Sedan
#35
2000 Audi A6 2.7T Quattro Sedan
6.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.30s ¼ mi @ 92.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
6.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.30 sec
Trap Speed
92.0 mph
Engine
2.7L Twin-Turbo V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
250 hp
Torque
258 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,880 lbs
Power-to-Weight
15.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
15 C / 22 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#35 of 46
2000 Audi A6 2.7T Quattro Sedan

1999 Audi A6

2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 9.70 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 17.30 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#44
1999 Audi A6 2.8 Avant Quattro
9.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
17.30s ¼ mi @ 83.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
9.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
17.30 sec
Trap Speed
83.0 mph
Engine
2.8L V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
200 hp
Torque
207 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,800 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
15 C / 24 H / 20 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Wagon
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#44 of 46
1999 Audi A6 2.8 Avant Quattro
#46
1999 Audi A6 2.8 Avant Quattro
9.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
17.30s ¼ mi @ 82.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
9.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
17.30 sec
Trap Speed
82.0 mph
Engine
2.8L V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
200 hp
Torque
207 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,800 lbs
Power-to-Weight
19.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
15 C / 24 H / 19.3 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Wagon
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#46 of 46
1999 Audi A6 2.8 Avant Quattro

1998 Audi A6

3 verified runs
Avg 0–60 8.97 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.83 sec
Recorded Tests 3
#42
1998 Audi A6 2.8 Quattro Sedan
8.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.40s ¼ mi @ 87.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
8.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.40 sec
Trap Speed
87.0 mph
Engine
2.8L V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
200 hp
Torque
207 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,700 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
15 C / 24 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#42 of 46
1998 Audi A6 2.8 Quattro Sedan
#43
1998 Audi A6 2.8 Quattro Sedan
8.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.60s ¼ mi @ 86.6 mph
▾
0–60 mph
8.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.60 sec
Trap Speed
86.6 mph
Engine
2.8L V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
200 hp
Torque
207 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,700 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
15 C / 24 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#43 of 46
1998 Audi A6 2.8 Quattro Sedan
#45
1998 Audi A6 2.8 Quattro Sedan
9.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
17.50s ¼ mi @ 83.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
9.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
17.50 sec
Trap Speed
83.0 mph
Engine
2.8L V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
5A
Horsepower
200 hp
Torque
207 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,700 lbs
Power-to-Weight
18.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
15 C / 24 H / 17 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#45 of 46
1998 Audi A6 2.8 Quattro Sedan

1995 Audi A6

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 8.30 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 16.50 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#41
1995 Audi A6 2.8 Quattro Sedan
8.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
16.50s ¼ mi @ 85.0 mph
▾
0–60 mph
8.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
16.50 sec
Trap Speed
85.0 mph
Engine
2.8L V6
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
5M
Horsepower
172 hp
Torque
184 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,610 lbs
Power-to-Weight
21.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
16 C / 22 H / 20 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#41 of 46
1995 Audi A6 2.8 Quattro Sedan

How we verify Audi A6 performance data

We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Audi A6 trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.

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Audi A6 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster
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Audi A6 performance FAQs

10 questions
The 2025 Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Prestige runs 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds. It also posts a 13.5-second quarter-mile at 106 mph. That current test car uses a 362-hp, 428-lb-ft electric powertrain and rear-wheel drive.
The quickest Audi A6 on record is the 2016 Audi A6 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan, which reaches 60 mph in 4.4 seconds. It is also the fastest quarter-mile A6 tested, running 13.0 seconds at 107 mph.
The fastest stock Audi A6 is also the overall quickest one tested: the 2016 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan. It records a 0-60 time of 4.4 seconds and a quarter-mile time of 13.0 seconds at 107 mph, with no modified examples outrunning it.
Across 46 Audi A6 tests, the average 0-60 time is 6.18 seconds. The average quarter-mile is 14.61 seconds at 96.8 mph. The quickest run is 4.4 seconds to 60 mph, while the slowest recorded A6 needs 9.8 seconds.
The Audi A6 C8 generation averages 4.94 seconds from 0-60 mph across 5 tests, making it the quickest A6 generation overall. Its fastest recorded run is 4.7 seconds by the 2019 3.0T Prestige S-Line Quattro Sedan.
The Audi A6 C7 averages 5.16 seconds from 0-60 mph across 17 tests. Its quickest version is the 2016 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan at 4.4 seconds, which stands as the fastest Audi A6 ever tested.
The Audi A6 C6 posts an average 0-60 time of 6.33 seconds across 11 tests. The fastest C6 example is the 2009 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan, which reaches 60 mph in 5.4 seconds.
The 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan is quicker at its best, with a fastest 0-60 run of 4.4 seconds versus 4.6 seconds for the 3.0T Premium Plus Quattro Sedan. On average, though, the Premium Plus trim is slightly quicker: 5.1 seconds versus 5.19 seconds.
The 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan is notably quicker. Its best 0-60 time is 4.4 seconds, compared with 6.3 seconds for the 4.2 Quattro Sedan. Average results show the same pattern, at 5.19 seconds for the 3.0T versus 6.48 seconds for the 4.2.
The quickest quarter-mile recorded for an Audi A6 is 13.0 seconds at 107 mph. That run comes from the 2016 3.0T Prestige Quattro Sedan, which is also the fastest A6 to 60 mph at 4.4 seconds.

Sources

Car and Driver
Motor Trend
Motor Week

0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what an Audi A6 can do, not a single marketing claim.

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