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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Best choices
AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 358 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.8 s
- Fastest top speed284 km/h176 mph
- Most powerful358 hp267 kW
- Highest torque800 Nm590 lb-ft
- Lightest1,825 kg4,023 lb
- Best power-to-weight196 hp/t146 kW/t5.1 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption6.4 L/100 km36.8 mpg US44.1 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.4 L/100 km43.6 mpg US52.3 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions150 g/km
- Best estimated range1,086 km675 mi
- Largest trunk530 L
- Best overall score78/100
- Best performance score79/100
- Best economy score91/100
- Best practicality score77/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp |
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| Power | 358hp267kW+127 hp | 312hp233kW+81 hp | 277hp207kW+46 hp | 231hp172kW |
| 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 | 2,475kg5,456lb | 2,475kg5,456lb | 2,475kg5,456lb | 2,475kg5,456lb |
| Top speed | 284 km/h 176 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | 263 km/h 163 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 52.2s99% target: 281 km/h / 175 mph-15.8 s Calculated | 56.3s99% target: 270 km/h / 168 mph-11.8 s Calculated | 59.3s99% target: 260 km/h / 162 mph-8.8 s Calculated | 68.0s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8s-1.5 s | 5.2s-1.1 s | 5.6s-0.7 s | 6.3s |
| 0-200 km/h | 13.6s-6.7 s Calculated | 15.6s-4.7 s Calculated | 17.6s-2.7 s Calculated | 20.3s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.6s-1.4 s Calculated | 5.0s-1.0 s Calculated | 5.4s-0.6 s Calculated | 6.0s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 12.6s-1.6 s Calculated | 13.2s-1.1 s Calculated | 13.6s-0.7 s Calculated | 14.3s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 196hp/t146kW/t89hp/1000 lb Calculated | 171hp/t127kW/t78hp/1000 lb Calculated | 152hp/t113kW/t69hp/1000 lb Calculated | 127hp/t94kW/t57hp/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 | 1,086km675mi Calculated | 1,086km675mi Calculated | 1,086km675mi Calculated | 1,086km675mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,967cc181cu in | 2,967cc181cu in | 2,967cc181cu in | 2,967cc181cu in |
| Length | 4,939mm194in | 4,939mm194in | 4,939mm194in | 4,939mm194in |
| Width | 1,886mm74in | 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 | 150g/km | 150g/km | 150g/km | 150g/km |
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) 358 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 2) 312 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 1) 277 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 231 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | 3,250-4,750 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 5,000 rpm |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 3,250-4,750 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 5,000 rpm |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 3,250-4,750 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 5,000 rpm |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | 3,250-4,750 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 5,000 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.6 s | 5.0 s | 5.4 s | 6.0 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.8 s | 5.2 s | 5.6 s | 6.3 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 13.6 s | 15.6 s | 17.6 s | 20.3 s |
| Top speed | 284 km/h 176 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | 263 km/h 163 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.3 s | 2.4 s | 2.4 s | 2.5 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.8 s | 6.0 s | 6.1 s | 6.4 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.5 s | 8.8 s | 9.1 s | 9.5 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.7 s | 11.2 s | 11.5 s | 12.1 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.6 s | 13.2 s | 13.6 s | 14.3 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 193 km/h 120 mph | 184 km/h 114 mph | 177 km/h 110 mph | 169 km/h 105 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | 358 hp 267 kW |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 312 hp 233 kW |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 277 hp 207 kW |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | 231 hp 172 kW |
AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 358 hp has 127 hp more than AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 231 hp.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 231 hp and AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 358 hp: 127 hp (95 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | 800 Nm 590 lb-ft |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 625 Nm 461 lb-ft |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6231 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)358 hp | 1,825 kg 4,023 lb |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 1,825 kg 4,023 lb |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 1,825 kg 4,023 lb |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6231 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)358 hp | 284 km/h 176 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 263 km/h 163 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6231 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)358 hp | 4.8 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 5.2 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 5.6 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | 6.3 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 358 hp and AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 231 hp: 1.5 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 2) 312 hp and AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 1) 277 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)358 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 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)358 hp | 196 hp/t 146 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 171 hp/t 127 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 152 hp/t 113 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | 127 hp/t 94 kW/t 7.9 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)358 hp | 1,086 km 675 mi |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 1,086 km 675 mi |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 1,086 km 675 mi |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | 1,086 km 675 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)358 hp | 358 hp 267 kW | 4.8 s | 284 km/h 176 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 312 hp 233 kW | 5.2 s | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 277 hp 207 kW | 5.6 s | 263 km/h 163 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | 231 hp 172 kW | 6.3 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)358 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp |
| 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 358 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)358 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 4.8 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.2 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.6 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 6.3 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 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | 196 hp/t 146 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | 171 hp/t 127 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | 152 hp/t 113 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | 127 hp/t 94 kW/t 7.9 kg/hp | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 3)358 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 2)312 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6 (Stage 1)277 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TDI V6231 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 358 hp 267 kW | 312 hp 233 kW | 277 hp 207 kW | 231 hp 172 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 800 Nm 590 lb-ft | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft | 625 Nm 461 lb-ft | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.8 s | 5.2 s | 5.6 s | 6.3 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 284 km/h 176 mph | 273 km/h 170 mph | 263 km/h 163 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 | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km 40.6 mpg US 48.7 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,086 km 675 mi | 1,086 km 675 mi | 1,086 km 675 mi | 1,086 km 675 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 150 g/km | 150 g/km | 150 g/km | 150 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 | 196 hp/t 146 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp | 171 hp/t 127 kW/t 5.9 kg/hp | 152 hp/t 113 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp | 127 hp/t 94 kW/t 7.9 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) 358 hp | AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 2) 312 hp | AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 1) 277 hp | AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 231 hp |
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| Consumption | 5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK | 5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 10.15 LC100 km | 10.15 LC100 km | 10.15 LC100 km | 10.15 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 16.33 LC100 mi | 16.33 LC100 mi | 16.33 LC100 mi | 16.33 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 870 L230 US gal191 UK gal | 870 L230 US gal191 UK gal | 870 L230 US gal191 UK gal | 870 L230 US gal191 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,523 LC/year | 1,523 LC/year | 1,523 LC/year | 1,523 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 358 hp
- Has 46 hp more
- Has 100 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 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) 45 TDI V6 (Stage 2) 312 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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