Audi A6 vs. Audi RS 6
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Audi A6 and Audi RS 6 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Audi A6 and the Audi RS 6.
When comparing the Audi A6's and the Audi RS 6's specifications and ratings, the Audi A6 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Audi RS 6 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A6's and the Audi RS 6's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Audi A6’s base engine makes 220 horsepower, and the Audi RS 6 base engine makes 450 horsepower. The A6 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. The RS 6 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 420 miles. This gives the Audi A6 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Audi RS 6. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Audi A6 and Audi RS 6 are comparable in regards to front leg room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: The Audi A6 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
36510
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
40879
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
24895 - 71095
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
83360
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
15384
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
4282 - 68399
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
0
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
20543
Price Range:
13145 - 30974
Category Avg Price:
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
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Audi A6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Audi RS 6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Audi A6
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Audi RS 6
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5.817044336678183
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
5.0
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
0.9 - 8.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.142333782300924
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Audi A6 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 4Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
4 out of / 16Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 16Ranking
14 out of / 20Ranking
17 out of / 20Audi RS 6 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi A6 Trim Levels
2.7T quattro, 3.0, 3.0 Avant quattro, 3.0 quattro, 4.2 quattro
Audi RS 6 Trim Levels
quattro
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
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
220 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
450 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
415 foot-lbs @ 1950 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.112 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
294 / 420 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Cargo Space:
15 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3516 lbs
Width:
71.3 inches
Height:
57.2 inches
Length:
192 inches
Wheelbase:
108.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4024 lbs
Width:
78.4 inches
Height:
56.1 inches
Length:
191.3 inches
Wheelbase:
108.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/40ZR18
Exterior Colors
Beige
Canvas Beige Metallic
Black
Brilliant Black Clearcoat
Blue
Ming Blue Pearl
Green
Irish Green Pearl
Silver
Light Silver Metallic
White
Polar White
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Ebony Pearl
Blue
Mugello Blue
Green
Goodwood Green
Silver
Avus Silver
White
Not available
Gray
Daytona Gray
Red
Misano Red
Interior Colors
Beige
Beige
Black
Ebony
Gray
Platinum
Silver
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Ebony
Gray
Not available
Silver
Silver
