2019 Audi A6 review
Audi A6 highlights
Customer rating
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Pros
- Quick acceleration with optional V6
- Upscale cabin materials
- Comfortable ride and sporty handling
Cons
- Two-touchscreen interface can be hard to learn and distracting
- Less trunk space than competition
Mileage (EPA estimate)
22 city, 29 highway, 25 combined
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2019 Audi A6 introduces new style and tech
The 2019 Audi A6 kicks off the vehicle's fifth generation. Compared with the 2018 model, the 2019 A6 adds standard all-wheel drive and advanced technology features. Two large touchscreens are used to control most functions including navigation, audio, and cabin temperature. Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ smartphone connectivity is included. The A6 provides a smooth ride, and the optional V6 engine feels invigorating. It's an athletic luxury sedan with style.
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What is new for the 2019 Audi A6?
- The Sport trim has been discontinued for 2019.
- A6 trims have been upgraded with Heated Steering Wheel, Lane Departure Warning, Panoramic Sunroof, A/C Seat(s), Head Up Display, Power Hatch/Deck Lid, and Bang & Olufsen Audio as standard equipment this year.
- The Premium Plus trim now comes with Blind Spot Monitor as standard equipment.
- The Prestige trim now comes with Turbo Charged Engine as standard equipment.
2019 Audi A6 trims
Premium
Includes leather upholstery, eight-way power-adjustable front seats, dual-display touchscreen infotainment system, 10-speaker stereo, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay capability, pedestrian detection, and more.
Premium Plus
Adds 12.3-inch digital instrument display, 16-speaker sound system, wireless device charging, blind-spot monitoring, and more.
Prestige
Unlocks ventilated and 12-way power-adjustable front seats, power soft-closing doors, quad-zone climate control, and more.
Audi A6 photos
5 reasons to buy the 2019 Audi A6
1. Tons of creature comforts
The 2019 Audi A6 boasts lots of cushy benefits, including a luxurious cabin with leather upholstery even on the base (Premium) trim. The front seats are heated as standard and are eight-way power-adjustable. And there's plenty of legroom and headroom (37.4 inches and 38.1 inches, respectively) for your back-seat passengers, meaning kids and adults can relax in comfort. With the trim-topping Prestige, the front seats are also ventilated and are 12-way power-adjustable.
2. Lots of standard features
In addition to the physical comfort of the high-end, roomy interior of the 2019 Audi A6, there are plenty of features to make your drives as enjoyable as possible. You'll love the panoramic sunroof for sunny days and road trips, in addition to features like standard navigation, Bluetooth® connectivity, Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® integration, and a 10-speaker stereo (16-speaker stereo on the Premium Plus and Prestige trims).
3. Available V6 engine
The Audi A6 received a full redesign for 2019, and that includes the engine. The V6 engine option got a small horsepower boost in 2018. For 2019, the two lower trims come with a 248-hp, turbocharged four-cylinder engine, but look for the Prestige trim if a powerful 335-hp, turbocharged V6 is more your style.
4. Standard all-wheel drive
For 2019 models, the Audi A6 comes with Quattro® all-wheel drive as standard. The major advantage of this is increased torque because all four wheels are driving, not just the front two. So there's enhanced grip, designed to get you out of sticky situations—like wet or icy roads, or even off-road—with ease. Also, all-wheel drive can help you accelerate better, providing added power.
5. Plenty of driver aids
All 2019 Audi A6 models come with a standard suite of driver aids, including a rearview camera, parking sensors at the front and rear, forward collision warning, pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, and more. Get even more features with available options like a surround-view parking camera system, traffic sign recognition, and blind-spot monitoring.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
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RepairPal gave the Audi A6 an overall reliability rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks Audi A6 28th out of 48 among Luxury Fullsize Cars.
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Premium Plus 4WD/AWD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- 4WD/AWD
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bang & Olufsen Audio
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- A/C Seat(s)
- Automated Cruise Control
- Blind Spot Monitor
- CD Audio
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear Sunshade
- Seat Massagers
Drive Wheels
All Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
248
Torque (ft-lbs)
273
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
19.3
Wheelbase
115.1"
Overall length
194.4"
Width
74.3"
Height
57.4"
Leg room
F 41.3"/R 37.4"
Head room
F 38"/R 38.1"
Front tires
P245/45HR19
Rear tires
P245/45HR19
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2019 Audi A6 FAQ
To switch on the head-up display (HUD) in models with this feature equipped, press the silver button located next to the headlight dial. In-depth adjustments for things like HUD height and brightness can be found via the infotainment settings.
The top speed for the 2019 Audi A6 with the 3.0L engine is 155 mph, reaching zero to 60 mph in 5.1 seconds (according to the manufacturer, when new).
The base trim 2019 Audi A6 has 248 hp; the V6 version has 335 hp.
The Premium Plus is the mid-level trim of the Audi A6, with only slightly fewer luxuries than the trim-topping Prestige. A 2.0L four-cylinder engine is standard on the Premium Plus trim, while a 3.0L V6 engine is available. The V6 comes with the Prestige as standard. The Prestige unlocks ventilated and 12-way power-adjustable front seats, but both trims offer almost identical infotainment and driver-assistance features.
More about the 2019 Audi A6
Exterior colors:
Avalon Green Metallic
Brilliant Black
Carat Beige Metallic
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect
Firmament Blue Metallic
Florett Silver Metallic
Glacier White Metallic
Ibis White
Mythos Black Metallic
Soho Brown Metallic
Tango Red Metallic
Vesuvius Gray Metallic
Interior colors:
Black
Okapi Brown
Pearl Beige
Sarder Brown (Premium Plus and Prestige)
Interior details
The inside of the 2019 Audi A6 is just as appealing as the outside. There are three or four interior color options, depending on the trim, and the dashboard boasts a slick, timeless design. With standard leather seating, the upholstery is soft and comfortable—ideal for long commutes or road trips with your crew. The center console puts everything you need within easy reach, and headroom and legroom are abundant. There are 41.3 inches of legroom and 38 inches of headroom in the front; the back has 37.4 inches of legroom and 38.1 inches of headroom.
Child seat details
The 2019 Audi A6 has five seats and can fit three children's car seats in the back, though the middle space has been narrowed for the 2019 model, which could limit seating options. The outboard seats have tether and lower anchors, while the middle seat has just tether anchors.
NHTSA Safety Ratings
The 2019 Audi A6 received an overall 5/5 by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Find out more about this rating and how NHTSA’s 5-Star Safety Ratings program evaluates the crash protection and rollover safety of new vehicles.
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Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Test: A head-on collision between two similar vehicles traveling at 35 mph.
Overall: 4/5
Side Barrier Crash Rating Test: A vehicle standing in an intersection sustains driver-side impact from a vehicle moving at 38.5 mph.
Overall: 5/5
Side Pole Crash Rating Test: A vehicle slides sideways at 20 mph and impacts a tree or telephone pole.
Overall: 5/5
Performance
Premium and Premium Plus models of the 2019 Audi A6 come with a 2.0L four-cylinder turbocharged engine as standard, with the option of a 3.0L turbocharged V6 engine. The Prestige trim comes with the V6 as standard. Automatic transmission and AWD are standard on every model of the 2019 Audi A6. The 2.0L engine gets an EPA-estimated 27 mpg combined, and the 3.0L engine gets an EPA-estimated 25 mpg combined.
Emissions
According to EPA estimates, the 2019 Audi A6's tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions are 329 grams per mile with the 2.0L engine, and 360 grams per mile with the 3.0L engine. These estimates are based on a brand-new model. Visit fueleconomy.gov for more details.
Year comparisons
2011-2014 Audi A6 (Third Generation)
Like the more recent models, this generation of Audi A6 offered a choice between a turbocharged four-cylinder or a V6 engine. All-wheel drive became available for the base model in 2013. That same year also ushered in the S6—the performance-oriented version of the A6. Additionally, a stop-start system was introduced for the S6 and the 3.0L Prestige trim.
2014-2018 Audi A6 (Fourth Generation)
The fourth generation of the Audi A6 was updated for an even more appealing exterior design, including new lights and grille for a more powerful look. 2014 also brought the option of a more powerful 310-hp, V6 engine, while the lush interiors remained basically the same. Front and rear parking sensors were introduced as options for the base model, and as standard for the Prestige trim.
2018-Present Audi A6 (Fifth Generation)
The Audi A6 was revamped again for its fifth generation. Heated leather seats became standard features, and the base trim came with a sunroof. Both the 2.0L and 3.0L engines were given a horsepower boost for this generation (to 252 hp and 340 hp, respectively), and the interiors were tweaked to boost the luxury and sportiness this vehicle exudes.
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