Audi A6 vs. Audi e-tron
When we compare the Audi A6's and the Audi e-tron's specifications and ratings, the Audi A6 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and resale value. The Audi e-tron has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A6's and the Audi e-tron's specifications and ratings, the Audi e-tron is a better car than the Audi A6.
Audi A6 vs. Audi e-tron Pricing
A used 2023 Audi A6 ranges from $48,000 to $65,576 while a used 2023 Audi e-tron is priced between $47,964 to $71,894. For a new model, the Audi A6's price is between $61,100 and $71,903, with the Audi e-tron priced between $71,774 and $89,016.
Audi A6 vs. Audi e-tron Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi A6 loses 58.2 percent of its value and the Audi e-tron loses 63.3 percent of its value. This means the Audi A6 retains 5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi e-tron.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A6’s base engine makes 261 horsepower, and the Audi e-tron base engine makes 402 horsepower. The A6 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 598 miles. The e-tron is rated to deliver an average of 78 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 226 miles.This gives the Audi e-tron the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Audi A6 the advantage in maximum range. The A6 uses premium unleaded, and the e-tron uses electricity.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Audi e-tron, a electric SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Audi A6, a midsize car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Audi A6 and the Audi e-tron have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, both the Audi A6 and the Audi e-tron have the same Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
61100 - 71903
Used Asking Price:
48000 - 65576
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.582474
Pricing
New Asking Price:
71774 - 89016
Used Asking Price:
47964 - 71894
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.632945
Audi A6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.445588 / 10
Reliability:
8.736765 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi e-tron Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A6 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
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26 out of / 29Audi e-tron Rankings
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1 out of / 10Ranking
2 out of / 23Ranking
2 out of / 23Ranking
2 out of / 10Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
3 out of / 10Ranking
4 out of / 42Ranking
4 out of / 27Ranking
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4 out of / 25Ranking
6 out of / 42Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 23Ranking
9 out of / 10Ranking
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12 out of / 42Ranking
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12 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
13 out of / 27Ranking
16 out of / 25Ranking
17 out of / 27Ranking
17 out of / 25Ranking
17 out of / 25Ranking
18 out of / 42Ranking
18 out of / 27Ranking
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21 out of / 25Ranking
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22 out of / 42Ranking
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23 out of / 27Ranking
24 out of / 42Ranking
26 out of / 40Ranking
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30 out of / 42Ranking
34 out of / 42Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Audi A6 Trim Levels
quattro Premium 45 TFSI, quattro Premium 55 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 45 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 55 TFSI, quattro Prestige 55 TFSI
Audi e-tron Trim Levels
quattro Chronos, quattro Premium, quattro Premium Plus
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
261 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
402 hp
Torque:
490 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 31 / 27
MPGe:
Not applicable
Range (city/hwy):
463 / 598 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity :
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
78 / 79 / 79
Range (city/hwy):
226 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
95 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
10 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
13.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
99.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Cargo Space:
28.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
56.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
133.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4101 lbs
Width:
83.1 inches
Height:
57.4 inches
Length:
194.4 inches
Wheelbase:
115.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5765 lbs
Width:
86.2 inches
Height:
65.5 inches
Length:
193 inches
Wheelbase:
115.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R20