AUDI A6 Sedan (C8)
Car comparison
AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 40 TDI · Stage 3vsAUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 40 TDI · Stage 2vsAUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 40 TDI · Stage 1vsAUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 40 TDI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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40 TDI (Stage 2)
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40 TDI (Stage 1)
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40 TDI
Comparison overview
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AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 3) 316 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.2 s
- Fastest top speed283 km/h176 mph
- Most powerful316 hp236 kW
- Highest torque640 Nm472 lb-ft
- Lightest1,645 kg3,627 lb
- Best power-to-weight192 hp/t143 kW/t5.2 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.7 L/100 km50.0 mpg US60.1 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption5.2 L/100 km45.2 mpg US54.3 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions124 g/km
- Best estimated range1,340 km833 mi
- Largest trunk530 L
- Best overall score74/100
- Best performance score72/100
- Best economy score94/100
- Best practicality score77/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (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 | 1,645kg3,627lb | 1,645kg3,627lb | 1,645kg3,627lb | 1,645kg3,627lb |
| Gross weight | 2,255kg4,971lb | 2,255kg4,971lb | 2,255kg4,971lb | 2,255kg4,971lb |
| Top speed | 283 km/h 176 mph | 270 km/h 168 mph | 259 km/h 161 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 66.4s99% target: 280 km/h / 174 mph-14.1 s Calculated | 70.9s99% target: 267 km/h / 166 mph-9.6 s Calculated | 74.1s99% target: 256 km/h / 159 mph-6.4 s Calculated | 80.5s99% target: 244 km/h / 151 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.2s-1.9 s | 6.7s-1.4 s | 7.2s-0.9 s | 8.1s |
| 0-200 km/h | 17.5s-10.3 s Calculated | 20.1s-7.6 s Calculated | 22.8s-4.9 s Calculated | 27.7s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.9s-1.8 s Calculated | 6.4s-1.3 s Calculated | 6.9s-0.8 s Calculated | 7.7s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 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 |
| Fuel consumption city | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.0s-1.8 s Calculated | 14.6s-1.2 s Calculated | 15.1s-0.8 s Calculated | 15.8s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 192hp/t143kW/t87hp/1000 lb Calculated | 167hp/t125kW/t76hp/1000 lb Calculated | 149hp/t111kW/t68hp/1000 lb Calculated | 124hp/t92kW/t56hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 389Nm/t260lb-ft/ton Calculated | 340Nm/t228lb-ft/ton Calculated | 304Nm/t203lb-ft/ton Calculated | 243Nm/t163lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,340km833mi Calculated | 1,340km833mi Calculated | 1,340km833mi Calculated | 1,340km833mi 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 | 1,457mm57in | 1,457mm57in | 1,457mm57in | 1,457mm57in |
| 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 | 530L | 530L | 530L | 530L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 63L | 63L | 63L | 63L |
| CO2 emissions | 124g/km | 124g/km | 124g/km | 124g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 3) 316 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 2) 275 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 1) 245 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 40 TDI 204 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 3,750-4,200 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 3,750-4,200 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 3,750-4,200 rpm | 1,750-3,000 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (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 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI204 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.9 s | 6.4 s | 6.9 s | 7.7 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.2 s | 6.7 s | 7.2 s | 8.1 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 17.5 s | 20.1 s | 22.8 s | 27.7 s |
| Top speed | 283 km/h 176 mph | 270 km/h 168 mph | 259 km/h 161 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s | 2.9 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.5 s | 6.7 s | 6.9 s | 7.2 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.4 s | 9.8 s | 10.1 s | 10.6 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.9 s | 12.4 s | 12.8 s | 13.4 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.0 s | 14.6 s | 15.1 s | 15.8 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 177 km/h 110 mph | 169 km/h 105 mph | 163 km/h 101 mph | 154 km/h 96 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 316 hp 236 kW |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 275 hp 205 kW |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 245 hp 183 kW |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW |
AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 3) 316 hp has 112 hp more than AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 40 TDI 204 hp.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 40 TDI 204 hp and AUDI A6 Sedan (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 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 640 Nm 472 lb-ft |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 560 Nm 413 lb-ft |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (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 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 1,645 kg 3,627 lb |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 1,645 kg 3,627 lb |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 1,645 kg 3,627 lb |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 1,645 kg 3,627 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 283 km/h 176 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 270 km/h 168 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 259 km/h 161 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 246 km/h 153 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 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 6.2 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 6.7 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 7.2 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 8.1 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 3) 316 hp and AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 40 TDI 204 hp: 1.9 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 2) 275 hp and AUDI A6 Sedan (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 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 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 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 192 hp/t 143 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 167 hp/t 125 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 149 hp/t 111 kW/t 6.7 kg/hp |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 124 hp/t 92 kW/t 8.1 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 1,340 km 833 mi |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 1,340 km 833 mi |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 1,340 km 833 mi |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 1,340 km 833 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 316 hp 236 kW | 6.2 s | 283 km/h 176 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 275 hp 205 kW | 6.7 s | 270 km/h 168 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 245 hp 183 kW | 7.2 s | 259 km/h 161 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW | 8.1 s | 246 km/h 153 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 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp |
| 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp |
| 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp |
| 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI204 hp |
| 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A6 Sedan (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 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 6.2 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 6.7 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 7.2 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 8.1 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 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | 192 hp/t 143 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | 167 hp/t 125 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | 149 hp/t 111 kW/t 6.7 kg/hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI204 hp | 124 hp/t 92 kW/t 8.1 kg/hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 3)316 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 2)275 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)40 TDI (Stage 1)245 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (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 | 6.2 s | 6.7 s | 7.2 s | 8.1 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 283 km/h 176 mph | 270 km/h 168 mph | 259 km/h 161 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,645 kg 3,627 lb | 1,645 kg 3,627 lb | 1,645 kg 3,627 lb | 1,645 kg 3,627 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,340 km 833 mi | 1,340 km 833 mi | 1,340 km 833 mi | 1,340 km 833 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 124 g/km | 124 g/km | 124 g/km | 124 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 530 L 18.7 cu ft | 530 L 18.7 cu ft | 530 L 18.7 cu ft | 530 L 18.7 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 192 hp/t 143 kW/t 5.2 kg/hp | 167 hp/t 125 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 149 hp/t 111 kW/t 6.7 kg/hp | 124 hp/t 92 kW/t 8.1 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 3) 316 hp | AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 2) 275 hp | AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 1) 245 hp | AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 40 TDI 204 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.7 L/100 km50 mpg US60.1 mpg UK | 4.7 L/100 km50 mpg US60.1 mpg UK | 4.7 L/100 km50 mpg US60.1 mpg UK | 4.7 L/100 km50 mpg US60.1 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 8.23 LC100 km | 8.23 LC100 km | 8.23 LC100 km | 8.23 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 13.24 LC100 mi | 13.24 LC100 mi | 13.24 LC100 mi | 13.24 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 705 L186 US gal155 UK gal | 705 L186 US gal155 UK gal | 705 L186 US gal155 UK gal | 705 L186 US gal155 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,234 LC/year | 1,234 LC/year | 1,234 LC/year | 1,234 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A6 Sedan (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 25 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 Sedan (C8) 40 TDI (Stage 2) 275 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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