AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) · Facelift 2023
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AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) · Facelift 2023 45 TFSI · Stage 3vsAUDI A6 Sedan (C8) · Facelift 2023 45 TFSI · Stage 2vsAUDI A6 Sedan (C8) · Facelift 2023 45 TFSI · Stage 1vsAUDI A6 Sedan (C8) · Facelift 2023 45 TFSI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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45 TFSI (Stage 2)
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45 TFSI (Stage 1)
AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) · Facelift 2023
45 TFSI
Comparison overview
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AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) Facelift 2023 45 TFSI (Stage 3) 397 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.7 s
- Fastest top speed299 km/h186 mph
- Most powerful397 hp296 kW
- Highest torque574 Nm423 lb-ft
- Lightest1,705 kg3,759 lb
- Best power-to-weight233 hp/t174 kW/t4.3 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption8.2 L/100 km28.7 mpg US34.4 mpg UK
- Best estimated range768 km477 mi
- Largest trunk530 L
- Best overall score79/100
- Best performance score80/100
- Best economy score85/100
- Best practicality score77/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI265 hp |
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| Power | 397hp296kW+132 hp | 344hp257kW+79 hp | 313hp233kW+48 hp | 265hp198kW |
| Torque | 574Nm423lb-ft+204 Nm | 500Nm368lb-ft+130 Nm | 451Nm333lb-ft+81 Nm | 370Nm273lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,705kg3,759lb | 1,705kg3,759lb | 1,705kg3,759lb | 1,705kg3,759lb |
| Gross weight | 2,340kg5,159lb | 2,340kg5,159lb | 2,340kg5,159lb | 2,340kg5,159lb |
| Top speed | 299 km/h 186 mph | 284 km/h 176 mph | 275 km/h 171 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 50.9s99% target: 296 km/h / 184 mph-10.7 s Calculated | 54.6s99% target: 281 km/h / 175 mph-6.9 s Calculated | 57.3s99% target: 272 km/h / 169 mph-4.3 s Calculated | 61.5s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7s-1.3 s | 5.1s-0.9 s | 5.4s-0.6 s | 6.0s |
| 0-200 km/h | 12.5s-6.4 s Calculated | 14.4s-4.5 s Calculated | 15.8s-3.0 s Calculated | 18.8s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.5s-1.3 s Calculated | 4.9s-0.9 s Calculated | 5.2s-0.6 s Calculated | 5.7s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 12.4s-1.6 s Calculated | 12.9s-1.0 s Calculated | 13.3s-0.6 s Calculated | 14.0s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 233hp/t174kW/t106hp/1000 lb Calculated | 202hp/t151kW/t92hp/1000 lb Calculated | 183hp/t137kW/t83hp/1000 lb Calculated | 155hp/t116kW/t70hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 336Nm/t225lb-ft/ton Calculated | 293Nm/t196lb-ft/ton Calculated | 265Nm/t177lb-ft/ton Calculated | 217Nm/t145lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 768km477mi Calculated | 768km477mi Calculated | 768km477mi Calculated | 768km477mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,984cc121cu in | 1,984cc121cu in | 1,984cc121cu in | 1,984cc121cu 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 |
| 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) Facelift 2023 45 TFSI (Stage 3) 397 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) Facelift 2023 45 TFSI (Stage 2) 344 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) Facelift 2023 45 TFSI (Stage 1) 313 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) Facelift 2023 45 TFSI 265 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 5,250-6,500 rpm | 1,600-4,500 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 5,250-6,500 rpm | 1,600-4,500 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 5,250-6,500 rpm | 1,600-4,500 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI265 hp | 5,250-6,500 rpm | 1,600-4,500 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI265 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.5 s | 4.9 s | 5.2 s | 5.7 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.7 s | 5.1 s | 5.4 s | 6.0 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 12.5 s | 14.4 s | 15.8 s | 18.8 s |
| Top speed | 299 km/h 186 mph | 284 km/h 176 mph | 275 km/h 171 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 | 6.3 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.3 s | 8.7 s | 8.9 s | 9.3 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.6 s | 11.0 s | 11.3 s | 11.9 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.4 s | 12.9 s | 13.3 s | 14.0 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 199 km/h 124 mph | 189 km/h 118 mph | 183 km/h 114 mph | 173 km/h 108 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 397 hp 296 kW |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 344 hp 257 kW |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 313 hp 233 kW |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI265 hp | 265 hp 198 kW |
AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) Facelift 2023 45 TFSI (Stage 3) 397 hp has 132 hp more than AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) Facelift 2023 45 TFSI 265 hp.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) Facelift 2023 45 TFSI 265 hp and AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) Facelift 2023 45 TFSI (Stage 3) 397 hp: 132 hp (99 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 574 Nm 423 lb-ft |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 500 Nm 368 lb-ft |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 451 Nm 333 lb-ft |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI265 hp | 370 Nm 273 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 1,705 kg 3,759 lb |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 1,705 kg 3,759 lb |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 1,705 kg 3,759 lb |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI265 hp | 1,705 kg 3,759 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)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 299 km/h 186 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 284 km/h 176 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 275 km/h 171 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI265 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
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) Facelift 2023 45 TFSI (Stage 3) 397 hp and AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) Facelift 2023 45 TFSI 265 hp: 1.3 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) Facelift 2023 45 TFSI (Stage 2) 344 hp and AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) Facelift 2023 45 TFSI (Stage 1) 313 hp, separated by only 0.3 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)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI265 hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 233 hp/t 174 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 202 hp/t 151 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 183 hp/t 137 kW/t 5.5 kg/hp |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI265 hp | 155 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 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)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 768 km 477 mi |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 768 km 477 mi |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 768 km 477 mi |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI265 hp | 768 km 477 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)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 397 hp 296 kW | 4.7 s | 299 km/h 186 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 344 hp 257 kW | 5.1 s | 284 km/h 176 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 313 hp 233 kW | 5.4 s | 275 km/h 171 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI265 hp | 265 hp 198 kW | 6.0 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)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp |
| 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp |
| 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp |
| 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI265 hp |
| 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) Facelift 2023 45 TFSI (Stage 3) 397 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)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | 4.7 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | 5.1 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | 5.4 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI265 hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | 6.0 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)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 233 hp/t 174 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 202 hp/t 151 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 183 hp/t 137 kW/t 5.5 kg/hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI265 hp | 155 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)Facelift 202345 TFSI265 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 397 hp 296 kW | 344 hp 257 kW | 313 hp 233 kW | 265 hp 198 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 574 Nm 423 lb-ft | 500 Nm 368 lb-ft | 451 Nm 333 lb-ft | 370 Nm 273 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.7 s | 5.1 s | 5.4 s | 6.0 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 299 km/h 186 mph | 284 km/h 176 mph | 275 km/h 171 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,705 kg 3,759 lb | 1,705 kg 3,759 lb | 1,705 kg 3,759 lb | 1,705 kg 3,759 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 768 km 477 mi | 768 km 477 mi | 768 km 477 mi | 768 km 477 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 | 233 hp/t 174 kW/t 4.3 kg/hp | 202 hp/t 151 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp | 183 hp/t 137 kW/t 5.5 kg/hp | 155 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 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) Facelift 2023 45 TFSI (Stage 3) 397 hp | AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) Facelift 2023 45 TFSI (Stage 2) 344 hp | AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) Facelift 2023 45 TFSI (Stage 1) 313 hp | AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) Facelift 2023 45 TFSI 265 hp |
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| Consumption | 8.2 L/100 km28.7 mpg US34.4 mpg UK | 8.2 L/100 km28.7 mpg US34.4 mpg UK | 8.2 L/100 km28.7 mpg US34.4 mpg UK | 8.2 L/100 km28.7 mpg US34.4 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 14.35 LC100 km | 14.35 LC100 km | 14.35 LC100 km | 14.35 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 23.09 LC100 mi | 23.09 LC100 mi | 23.09 LC100 mi | 23.09 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,230 L325 US gal271 UK gal | 1,230 L325 US gal271 UK gal | 1,230 L325 US gal271 UK gal | 1,230 L325 US gal271 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,153 LC/year | 2,153 LC/year | 2,153 LC/year | 2,153 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) Facelift 2023 45 TFSI (Stage 3) 397 hp
- Has 53 hp more
- Has 74 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 15 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 31 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) Facelift 2023 45 TFSI (Stage 2) 344 hp
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