Audi A6 vs. BMW 6 Series
When we compare the Audi A6 to the BMW 6 Series, the Audi A6 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The BMW 6 Series has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A6 versus the BMW 6 Series, the Audi A6 is a better car than the BMW 6 Series.
Audi A6 vs. BMW 6 Series Pricing
A used 2019 Audi A6 ranges from $31,787 to $45,869 while a used 2019 BMW 6 Series is priced between $35,293 to $63,415.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A6’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the BMW 6 Series base engine makes 315 horsepower. The A6 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 618 miles. The 6 Series is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 537 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Audi A6, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The BMW 6 Series, a large car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Audi A6 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$31,787 - $45,869
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
58.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$35,293 - $63,415
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
59.2%
Audi A6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 6 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi A6 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
25 out of / 29BMW 6 Series Rankings
Ranking
19 out of / 25Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi A6 Trim Levels
2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Premium, 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
BMW 6 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
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:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 4300 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
315 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
330 foot-lbs @ 1300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.076 hp per pound
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 / 32 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
463 / 618 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 537 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
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
Overall Interior Volume:
99.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
16.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.3 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:
4165 lbs
Width:
82.3 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
197.1 inches
Wheelbase:
116.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
