AUDI A6 Avant (C8)
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AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI · Stage 3vsAUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI · Stage 2vsAUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI · Stage 1vsAUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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Comparison overview
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AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 3) 316 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.3 s
- Fastest top speed279 km/h173 mph
- Most powerful316 hp236 kW
- Highest torque640 Nm472 lb-ft
- Lightest1,710 kg3,770 lb
- Best power-to-weight185 hp/t138 kW/t5.4 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.9 L/100 km48.0 mpg US57.6 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption5.3 L/100 km44.4 mpg US53.3 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.7 L/100 km50.0 mpg US60.1 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions129 g/km
- Best estimated range1,286 km799 mi
- Largest trunk565 L
- Best overall score76/100
- Best performance score71/100
- Best economy score94/100
- Best practicality score87/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI204 hp |
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| Power | 316hp236kW+112 hp | 275hp205kW+71 hp | 245hp183kW+41 hp | 204hp152kW |
| Torque | 640Nm472lb-ft+240 Nm | 560Nm413lb-ft+160 Nm | 500Nm369lb-ft+100 Nm | 400Nm295lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,710kg3,770lb | 1,710kg3,770lb | 1,710kg3,770lb | 1,710kg3,770lb |
| Gross weight | 2,330kg5,137lb | 2,330kg5,137lb | 2,330kg5,137lb | 2,330kg5,137lb |
| Top speed | 279 km/h 173 mph | 266 km/h 165 mph | 255 km/h 158 mph | 241 km/h 150 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 71.2s99% target: 276 km/h / 172 mph-15.0 s Calculated | 76.2s99% target: 263 km/h / 164 mph-10.1 s Calculated | 79.8s99% target: 252 km/h / 157 mph-6.5 s Calculated | 86.2s99% target: 239 km/h / 148 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.3s-2.0 s | 6.9s-1.4 s | 7.4s-0.9 s | 8.3s |
| 0-200 km/h | 18.6s-11.9 s Calculated | 21.6s-8.9 s Calculated | 24.6s-5.9 s Calculated | 30.5s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.0s-1.9 s Calculated | 6.6s-1.3 s Calculated | 7.1s-0.8 s Calculated | 7.9s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK | 5.3L/100 km44.4mpg US53.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.2s-1.8 s Calculated | 14.8s-1.2 s Calculated | 15.2s-0.8 s Calculated | 16.0s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 185hp/t138kW/t84hp/1000 lb Calculated | 161hp/t120kW/t73hp/1000 lb Calculated | 143hp/t107kW/t65hp/1000 lb Calculated | 119hp/t89kW/t54hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 374Nm/t250lb-ft/ton Calculated | 327Nm/t219lb-ft/ton Calculated | 292Nm/t196lb-ft/ton Calculated | 234Nm/t157lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,286km799mi Calculated | 1,286km799mi Calculated | 1,286km799mi Calculated | 1,286km799mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in |
| Length | 4,939mm194in | 4,939mm194in | 4,939mm194in | 4,939mm194in |
| Width | 1,886mm74in | 1,886mm74in | 1,886mm74in | 1,886mm74in |
| Height | 1,467mm58in | 1,467mm58in | 1,467mm58in | 1,467mm58in |
| Wheelbase | 2,924mm115in | 2,924mm115in | 2,924mm115in | 2,924mm115in |
| Front track | 1,630mm64in | 1,630mm64in | 1,630mm64in | 1,630mm64in |
| Rear track | 1,617mm64in | 1,617mm64in | 1,617mm64in | 1,617mm64in |
| Trunk volume | 565L | 565L | 565L | 565L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 63L | 63L | 63L | 63L |
| CO2 emissions | 129g/km | 129g/km | 129g/km | 129g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 3) 316 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 2) 275 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 1) 245 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI 204 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 3,750-4,200 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 3,750-4,200 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 3,750-4,200 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 3,750-4,200 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI204 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.0 s | 6.6 s | 7.1 s | 7.9 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.3 s | 6.9 s | 7.4 s | 8.3 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 18.6 s | 21.6 s | 24.6 s | 30.5 s |
| Top speed | 279 km/h 173 mph | 266 km/h 165 mph | 255 km/h 158 mph | 241 km/h 150 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.7 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.5 s | 6.7 s | 6.9 s | 7.2 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.5 s | 9.9 s | 10.2 s | 10.6 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.1 s | 12.5 s | 12.9 s | 13.6 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.2 s | 14.8 s | 15.2 s | 16.0 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 173 km/h 108 mph | 165 km/h 103 mph | 159 km/h 99 mph | 150 km/h 93 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 316 hp 236 kW |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 275 hp 205 kW |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 245 hp 183 kW |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW |
AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 3) 316 hp has 112 hp more than AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI 204 hp.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI 204 hp and AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 3) 316 hp: 112 hp (84 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 640 Nm 472 lb-ft |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 560 Nm 413 lb-ft |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 1,710 kg 3,770 lb |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 1,710 kg 3,770 lb |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 1,710 kg 3,770 lb |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 1,710 kg 3,770 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 279 km/h 173 mph |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 266 km/h 165 mph |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 255 km/h 158 mph |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 241 km/h 150 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 6.3 s |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 6.9 s |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 7.4 s |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 8.3 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 3) 316 hp and AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI 204 hp: 2.0 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 2) 275 hp and AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 1) 245 hp, separated by only 0.5 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 185 hp/t 138 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 161 hp/t 120 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 143 hp/t 107 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 119 hp/t 89 kW/t 8.4 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 1,286 km 799 mi |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 1,286 km 799 mi |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 1,286 km 799 mi |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 1,286 km 799 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 316 hp 236 kW | 6.3 s | 279 km/h 173 mph |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 275 hp 205 kW | 6.9 s | 266 km/h 165 mph |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 245 hp 183 kW | 7.4 s | 255 km/h 158 mph |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW | 8.3 s | 241 km/h 150 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp |
| 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp |
| 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp |
| 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI204 hp |
| 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 3) 316 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 6.3 s |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 6.9 s |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 7.4 s |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 8.3 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 185 hp/t 138 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 161 hp/t 120 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 143 hp/t 107 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 119 hp/t 89 kW/t 8.4 kg/hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | AUDIA6 Avant (C8)40 TDI204 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 316 hp 236 kW | 275 hp 205 kW | 245 hp 183 kW | 204 hp 152 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 640 Nm 472 lb-ft | 560 Nm 413 lb-ft | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.3 s | 6.9 s | 7.4 s | 8.3 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 279 km/h 173 mph | 266 km/h 165 mph | 255 km/h 158 mph | 241 km/h 150 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,710 kg 3,770 lb | 1,710 kg 3,770 lb | 1,710 kg 3,770 lb | 1,710 kg 3,770 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,286 km 799 mi | 1,286 km 799 mi | 1,286 km 799 mi | 1,286 km 799 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 129 g/km | 129 g/km | 129 g/km | 129 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 565 L 20.0 cu ft | 565 L 20.0 cu ft | 565 L 20.0 cu ft | 565 L 20.0 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 185 hp/t 138 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 161 hp/t 120 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp | 143 hp/t 107 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp | 119 hp/t 89 kW/t 8.4 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 3) 316 hp | AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 2) 275 hp | AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 1) 245 hp | AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI 204 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.9 L/100 km48 mpg US57.6 mpg UK | 4.9 L/100 km48 mpg US57.6 mpg UK | 4.9 L/100 km48 mpg US57.6 mpg UK | 4.9 L/100 km48 mpg US57.6 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 8.58 LC100 km | 8.58 LC100 km | 8.58 LC100 km | 8.58 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 13.80 LC100 mi | 13.80 LC100 mi | 13.80 LC100 mi | 13.80 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 735 L194 US gal162 UK gal | 735 L194 US gal162 UK gal | 735 L194 US gal162 UK gal | 735 L194 US gal162 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,286 LC/year | 1,286 LC/year | 1,286 LC/year | 1,286 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 3) 316 hp
- Has 41 hp more
- Has 80 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 13 km/h (8 mph) higher top speed
- Has 24 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
AUDI A6 Avant (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 2) 275 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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