BMW 4 Series vs. Audi A6
In comparing the BMW 4 Series's and the Audi A6's specifications and ratings, the BMW 4 Series has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and resale value. The Audi A6 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW 4 Series's and the Audi A6's specifications and ratings, the Audi A6 is a better car than the BMW 4 Series.
BMW 4 Series vs. Audi A6 Pricing
For a new model, the BMW 4 Series's price is between $51,176 and $72,072, with the Audi A6 priced between $61,904 and $73,830.
BMW 4 Series vs. Audi A6 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW 4 Series loses 50 percent of its value and the Audi A6 loses 58.2 percent of its value. This means the BMW 4 Series retains 8.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi A6.
BMW 4 Series vs. Audi A6 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 4 Series is 6.9 out of 10 while the Audi A6's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the BMW 4 Series being ranked 21 out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars and the Audi A6 being ranked 5 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
BMW 4 Series vs. Audi A6 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW 4 Series is 5.8 out of 10. For the Audi A6 the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Audi A6 an advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 4 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW 4 Series’s base engine makes 255 horsepower, and the Audi A6 base engine makes 261 horsepower.
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, rear leg room, and cargo space. The BMW 4 Series, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.
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:
51176 - 72072
Used Asking Price:
47690 - 66639
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.499867
Pricing
New Asking Price:
61904 - 73830
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.582474
BMW 4 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.9 / 10
Reliability:
5.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi A6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.445588 / 10
Reliability:
8.736765 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 4 Series Rankings
Ranking
11 out of / 30Ranking
12 out of / 30Ranking
13 out of / 15Ranking
14 out of / 36Ranking
15 out of / 36Ranking
16 out of / 21Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
19 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 31Ranking
24 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 36Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
33 out of / 36Audi 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
17 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW 4 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
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
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1550 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 530 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
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
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
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
Heated Seats
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
91.0 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3792 lbs
Width:
81.6 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
188.5 inches
Wheelbase:
112.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R19