AUDI A6 Sedan (C8)
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AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TFSI · Stage 3vsAUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TFSI · Stage 2vsAUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TFSI · Stage 1vsAUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 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)
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45 TFSI
Comparison overview
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AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TFSI (Stage 3) 397 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.3 s
- Fastest top speed307 km/h191 mph
- Most powerful397 hp296 kW
- Highest torque574 Nm423 lb-ft
- Lightest1,645 kg3,627 lb
- Best power-to-weight242 hp/t180 kW/t4.1 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption9.0 L/100 km26.1 mpg US31.4 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK
- Best estimated range913 km567 mi
- Largest trunk530 L
- Best overall score78/100
- Best performance score79/100
- Best economy score88/100
- Best practicality score77/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 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 | 1,645kg3,627lb | 1,645kg3,627lb | 1,645kg3,627lb | 1,645kg3,627lb |
| Gross weight | 2,240kg4,938lb | 2,240kg4,938lb | 2,240kg4,938lb | 2,240kg4,938lb |
| Top speed | 307 km/h 191 mph | 292 km/h 181 mph | 282 km/h 175 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 58.5s99% target: 304 km/h / 189 mph-10.3 s Calculated | 63.1s99% target: 289 km/h / 180 mph-5.8 s Calculated | 66.1s99% target: 279 km/h / 173 mph-2.8 s Calculated | 68.9s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.3s-1.5 s | 5.8s-1.0 s | 6.1s-0.7 s | 6.8s |
| 0-200 km/h | 13.8s-7.4 s Calculated | 15.9s-5.3 s Calculated | 17.5s-3.7 s Calculated | 21.2s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.1s-1.4 s Calculated | 5.5s-1.0 s Calculated | 5.9s-0.6 s Calculated | 6.5s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.9L/100 km34.1mpg US40.9mpg UK | 6.9L/100 km34.1mpg US40.9mpg UK | 6.9L/100 km34.1mpg US40.9mpg UK | 6.9L/100 km34.1mpg US40.9mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 9L/100 km26.1mpg US31.4mpg UK | 9L/100 km26.1mpg US31.4mpg UK | 9L/100 km26.1mpg US31.4mpg UK | 9L/100 km26.1mpg US31.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 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 |
| Quarter mile | 13.0s-1.7 s Calculated | 13.6s-1.1 s Calculated | 14.0s-0.7 s Calculated | 14.7s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 242hp/t180kW/t110hp/1000 lb Calculated | 209hp/t156kW/t95hp/1000 lb Calculated | 190hp/t142kW/t86hp/1000 lb Calculated | 161hp/t120kW/t73hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 349Nm/t233lb-ft/ton Calculated | 304Nm/t203lb-ft/ton Calculated | 274Nm/t184lb-ft/ton Calculated | 225Nm/t150lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 913km567mi Calculated | 913km567mi Calculated | 913km567mi Calculated | 913km567mi 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 |
| 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 TFSI (Stage 3) 397 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TFSI (Stage 2) 344 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TFSI (Stage 1) 313 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TFSI 265 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 5,250-6,500 rpm | 1,600-4,300 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 5,250-6,500 rpm | 1,600-4,300 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 5,250-6,500 rpm | 1,600-4,300 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI265 hp | 5,250-6,500 rpm | 1,600-4,300 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI265 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.1 s | 5.5 s | 5.9 s | 6.5 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.3 s | 5.8 s | 6.1 s | 6.8 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 13.8 s | 15.9 s | 17.5 s | 21.2 s |
| Top speed | 307 km/h 191 mph | 292 km/h 181 mph | 282 km/h 175 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.5 s | 2.6 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.1 s | 6.3 s | 6.4 s | 6.7 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.8 s | 9.2 s | 9.4 s | 9.8 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.1 s | 11.6 s | 11.9 s | 12.5 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.0 s | 13.6 s | 14.0 s | 14.7 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 193 km/h 120 mph | 183 km/h 114 mph | 177 km/h 110 mph | 167 km/h 104 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 397 hp 296 kW |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 344 hp 257 kW |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 313 hp 233 kW |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI265 hp | 265 hp 198 kW |
AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TFSI (Stage 3) 397 hp has 132 hp more than AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TFSI 265 hp.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TFSI 265 hp and AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 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)45 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 574 Nm 423 lb-ft |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 500 Nm 368 lb-ft |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 451 Nm 333 lb-ft |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 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)45 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 1,645 kg 3,627 lb |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 1,645 kg 3,627 lb |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 1,645 kg 3,627 lb |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI265 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)45 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 307 km/h 191 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 282 km/h 175 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 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
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 5.3 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 5.8 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 6.1 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI265 hp | 6.8 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TFSI (Stage 3) 397 hp and AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TFSI 265 hp: 1.5 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TFSI (Stage 2) 344 hp and AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TFSI (Stage 1) 313 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 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI265 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 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)45 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 242 hp/t 180 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 209 hp/t 156 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 190 hp/t 142 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI265 hp | 161 hp/t 120 kW/t 6.2 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 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 913 km 567 mi |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 913 km 567 mi |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 913 km 567 mi |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI265 hp | 913 km 567 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 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 397 hp 296 kW | 5.3 s | 307 km/h 191 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 344 hp 257 kW | 5.8 s | 292 km/h 181 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 313 hp 233 kW | 6.1 s | 282 km/h 175 mph |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI265 hp | 265 hp 198 kW | 6.8 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 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp |
| 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp |
| 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp |
| 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI265 hp |
| 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 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)45 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 5.3 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 5.8 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 6.1 s |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI265 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 6.8 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 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | 242 hp/t 180 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | 209 hp/t 156 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | 190 hp/t 142 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI265 hp | 161 hp/t 120 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 3)397 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 2)344 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 TFSI (Stage 1)313 hp | AUDIA6 Sedan (C8)45 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 | 5.3 s | 5.8 s | 6.1 s | 6.8 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 307 km/h 191 mph | 292 km/h 181 mph | 282 km/h 175 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 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 | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 913 km 567 mi | 913 km 567 mi | 913 km 567 mi | 913 km 567 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 | 242 hp/t 180 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp | 209 hp/t 156 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 190 hp/t 142 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 161 hp/t 120 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TFSI (Stage 3) 397 hp | AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TFSI (Stage 2) 344 hp | AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TFSI (Stage 1) 313 hp | AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TFSI 265 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 12.08 LC100 km | 12.08 LC100 km | 12.08 LC100 km | 12.08 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 19.43 LC100 mi | 19.43 LC100 mi | 19.43 LC100 mi | 19.43 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,035 L273 US gal228 UK gal | 1,035 L273 US gal228 UK gal | 1,035 L273 US gal228 UK gal | 1,035 L273 US gal228 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,811 LC/year | 1,811 LC/year | 1,811 LC/year | 1,811 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A6 Sedan (C8) 45 TFSI (Stage 3) 397 hp
- Has 53 hp more
- Has 74 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 15 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 32 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 TFSI (Stage 2) 344 hp
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