AUDI A6 Sedan (C8)
Car comparison
AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 · Stage 3vsAUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 · Stage 2vsAUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 · Stage 1vsAUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonAUDI A6 Sedan (C8)
45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)
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45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)
AUDI A6 Sedan (C8)
45 TDI V6
Comparison overview
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AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 380 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.7 s
- Fastest top speed295 km/h183 mph
- Most powerful380 hp283 kW
- Highest torque800 Nm590 lb-ft
- Lightest1,825 kg4,023 lb
- Best power-to-weight208 hp/t155 kW/t4.8 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.0 L/100 km39.2 mpg US47.1 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption7.8 L/100 km30.2 mpg US36.2 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.0 L/100 km47.0 mpg US56.5 mpg UK
- Best estimated range1,050 km652 mi
- Largest trunk530 L
- Best overall score80/100
- Best performance score82/100
- Best economy score91/100
- Best practicality score77/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)380 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)331 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)294 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6245 hp |
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| Power | 380hp283kW+135 hp | 331hp247kW+86 hp | 294hp219kW+49 hp | 245hp183kW |
| Torque | 800Nm590lb-ft+300 Nm | 700Nm516lb-ft+200 Nm | 625Nm461lb-ft+125 Nm | 500Nm369lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,825kg4,023lb | 1,825kg4,023lb | 1,825kg4,023lb | 1,825kg4,023lb |
| Gross weight | 2,510kg5,534lb | 2,510kg5,534lb | 2,510kg5,534lb | 2,510kg5,534lb |
| Top speed | 295 km/h 183 mph | 281 km/h 175 mph | 269 km/h 167 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 52.8s99% target: 292 km/h / 181 mph-13.3 s Calculated | 56.4s99% target: 278 km/h / 173 mph-9.6 s Calculated | 59.1s99% target: 266 km/h / 165 mph-6.9 s Calculated | 66.0s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7s-1.5 s | 5.1s-1.1 s | 5.5s-0.7 s | 6.2s |
| 0-200 km/h | 12.9s-6.9 s Calculated | 14.8s-5.0 s Calculated | 16.8s-3.0 s Calculated | 19.8s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.5s-1.4 s Calculated | 4.9s-1.0 s Calculated | 5.3s-0.6 s Calculated | 5.9s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 7.8L/100 km30.2mpg US36.2mpg UK | 7.8L/100 km30.2mpg US36.2mpg UK | 7.8L/100 km30.2mpg US36.2mpg UK | 7.8L/100 km30.2mpg US36.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 12.5s-1.7 s Calculated | 13.0s-1.1 s Calculated | 13.5s-0.7 s Calculated | 14.2s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 208hp/t155kW/t94hp/1000 lb Calculated | 181hp/t135kW/t82hp/1000 lb Calculated | 161hp/t120kW/t73hp/1000 lb Calculated | 134hp/t100kW/t61hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 438Nm/t293lb-ft/ton Calculated | 384Nm/t257lb-ft/ton Calculated | 342Nm/t229lb-ft/ton Calculated | 274Nm/t183lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,050km652mi Calculated | 1,050km652mi Calculated | 1,050km652mi Calculated | 1,050km652mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,967cc181cu in | 2,967cc181cu in | 2,967cc181cu in | 2,967cc181cu in |
| Length | 4,939mm194in | 4,939mm194in | 4,939mm194in | 4,939mm194in |
| Width | 1,866mm73in | 1,866mm73in | 1,866mm73in | 1,866mm73in |
| 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 |
| Max trunk volume | 995L | 995L | 995L | 995L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 63L | 63L | 63L | 63L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 380 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 2) 331 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 1) 294 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 245 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)380 hp | 3,500-4,750 rpm | 1,500-3,250 rpm | 5,000 rpm |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)331 hp | 3,500-4,750 rpm | 1,500-3,250 rpm | 5,000 rpm |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)294 hp | 3,500-4,750 rpm | 1,500-3,250 rpm | 5,000 rpm |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6245 hp | 3,500-4,750 rpm | 1,500-3,250 rpm | 5,000 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)380 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)331 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)294 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6245 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.5 s | 4.9 s | 5.3 s | 5.9 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.7 s | 5.1 s | 5.5 s | 6.2 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 12.9 s | 14.8 s | 16.8 s | 19.8 s |
| Top speed | 295 km/h 183 mph | 281 km/h 175 mph | 269 km/h 167 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.3 s | 2.4 s | 2.4 s | 2.5 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.7 s | 5.9 s | 6.1 s | 6.4 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.4 s | 8.7 s | 9.0 s | 9.4 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.6 s | 11.1 s | 11.4 s | 12.0 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.5 s | 13.0 s | 13.5 s | 14.2 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 196 km/h 122 mph | 187 km/h 116 mph | 180 km/h 112 mph | 170 km/h 106 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)380 hp | 380 hp 283 kW |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)331 hp | 331 hp 247 kW |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)294 hp | 294 hp 219 kW |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6245 hp | 245 hp 183 kW |
AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 380 hp has 135 hp more than AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 245 hp.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 245 hp and AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 380 hp: 135 hp (100 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)380 hp | 800 Nm 590 lb-ft |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)331 hp | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)294 hp | 625 Nm 461 lb-ft |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6245 hp | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)380 hp | 1,825 kg 4,023 lb |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)331 hp | 1,825 kg 4,023 lb |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)294 hp | 1,825 kg 4,023 lb |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6245 hp | 1,825 kg 4,023 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)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)380 hp | 295 km/h 183 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)331 hp | 281 km/h 175 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)294 hp | 269 km/h 167 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6245 hp | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 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)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)380 hp | 4.7 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)331 hp | 5.1 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)294 hp | 5.5 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6245 hp | 6.2 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 380 hp and AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 245 hp: 1.5 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 2) 331 hp and AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 1) 294 hp, separated by only 0.4 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)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)380 hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)331 hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)294 hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6245 hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 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)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)380 hp | 208 hp/t 155 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)331 hp | 181 hp/t 135 kW/t 5.5 kg/hp |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)294 hp | 161 hp/t 120 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6245 hp | 134 hp/t 100 kW/t 7.4 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)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)380 hp | 1,050 km 652 mi |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)331 hp | 1,050 km 652 mi |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)294 hp | 1,050 km 652 mi |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6245 hp | 1,050 km 652 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)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)380 hp | 380 hp 283 kW | 4.7 s | 295 km/h 183 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)331 hp | 331 hp 247 kW | 5.1 s | 281 km/h 175 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)294 hp | 294 hp 219 kW | 5.5 s | 269 km/h 167 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6245 hp | 245 hp 183 kW | 6.2 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 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)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)380 hp |
| 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)331 hp |
| 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)294 hp |
| 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6245 hp |
| 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 380 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)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)380 hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | 4.7 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)331 hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | 5.1 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)294 hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | 5.5 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6245 hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | 6.2 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)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)380 hp | 208 hp/t 155 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)331 hp | 181 hp/t 135 kW/t 5.5 kg/hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)294 hp | 161 hp/t 120 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6245 hp | 134 hp/t 100 kW/t 7.4 kg/hp | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)380 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)331 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)294 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6245 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 380 hp 283 kW | 331 hp 247 kW | 294 hp 219 kW | 245 hp 183 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 800 Nm 590 lb-ft | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft | 625 Nm 461 lb-ft | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.7 s | 5.1 s | 5.5 s | 6.2 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 295 km/h 183 mph | 281 km/h 175 mph | 269 km/h 167 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,825 kg 4,023 lb | 1,825 kg 4,023 lb | 1,825 kg 4,023 lb | 1,825 kg 4,023 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | 6.0 L/100 km 39.2 mpg US 47.1 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,050 km 652 mi | 1,050 km 652 mi | 1,050 km 652 mi | 1,050 km 652 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 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 | 208 hp/t 155 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 181 hp/t 135 kW/t 5.5 kg/hp | 161 hp/t 120 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp | 134 hp/t 100 kW/t 7.4 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) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 380 hp | AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 2) 331 hp | AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 1) 294 hp | AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 245 hp |
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| Consumption | 6 L/100 km39.2 mpg US47.1 mpg UK | 6 L/100 km39.2 mpg US47.1 mpg UK | 6 L/100 km39.2 mpg US47.1 mpg UK | 6 L/100 km39.2 mpg US47.1 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 10.50 LC100 km | 10.50 LC100 km | 10.50 LC100 km | 10.50 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 16.90 LC100 mi | 16.90 LC100 mi | 16.90 LC100 mi | 16.90 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 900 L238 US gal198 UK gal | 900 L238 US gal198 UK gal | 900 L238 US gal198 UK gal | 900 L238 US gal198 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,575 LC/year | 1,575 LC/year | 1,575 LC/year | 1,575 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 380 hp
- Has 49 hp more
- Has 100 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 14 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 27 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
AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 2) 331 hp
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