Audi A6 0–60 Times
The Audi A6 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 48 verified production tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and MotorWeek and more.
The fastest tested production Audi A6 is the 2026 Audi A6 Prestige Quattro Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 4.30 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 12.90 seconds at 108.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
The slowest tested production 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.
Across the 48 verified production tests of the Audi A6, the average 0–60 mph time is 6.11 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 14.55 seconds at 97.21 mph.
Fastest 0–60 4.30sec 2026 Prestige Quattro Sedan · stock
Average 0–60 6.11sec Across 48 production runs
Avg ¼ Mile 14.55sec @ 97.2 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 9.80sec 1999 2.8 Avant
Across 48 verified production runs, the Audi A6 ranges from 4.30 to 9.80 seconds 0–60, with a 6.11-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 | Production 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 production 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 production 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 production 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 production 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 production 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 production 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 production 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 production 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 production 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 production 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
48 production tests · 20 years ▾
2026 Audi A6
1 production run Avg 0–60 4.30 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 12.90 sec
Production Tests 1
#01
2026 Audi A6 Prestige Quattro Sedan
4.30sec 0–60
12.90s ¼ mi @ 108.0 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 4.30 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 12.90 sec
- Trap Speed
- 108.0 mph
- Engine
- 3.0L Turbo V6
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- 7A
- Horsepower
- 362 hp
- Torque
- 406 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 4,434 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 12.2 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 20 C / 29 H / 24 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #1 of 48 production runs
How we verify Audi A6 performance data
Records and averages on this page cover verified production runs only; modified and prototype results are listed by year but never folded into them. 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 fasterEach dot is a verified production test run
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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
MotorWeek
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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