AUDI S6 (C8)
Car comparison
AUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 · Stage 3vsAUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 · Stage 2vsAUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 · Stage 1vsAUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonAUDI S6 (C8)
3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 2)
AUDI S6 (C8)
3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 1)
AUDI S6 (C8)
3.0 TDI V6
Comparison overview
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Best choices
AUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 541 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h3.8 s
- Fastest top speed325 km/h202 mph
- Most powerful541 hp403 kW
- Highest torque1,120 Nm826 lb-ft
- Lightest1,955 kg4,310 lb
- Best power-to-weight277 hp/t206 kW/t3.6 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.3 L/100 km37.3 mpg US44.8 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption7.4 L/100 km31.8 mpg US38.2 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.6 L/100 km42.0 mpg US50.4 mpg UK
- Best estimated range1,000 km621 mi
- Largest trunk520 L
- Best overall score86/100
- Best performance score91/100
- Best economy score90/100
- Best practicality score76/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3)541 hp | AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 2)471 hp | AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 1)419 hp | AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6349 hp |
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| Power | 541hp403kW+192 hp | 471hp351kW+122 hp | 419hp312kW+70 hp | 349hp260kW |
| Torque | 1,120Nm826lb-ft+420 Nm | 980Nm723lb-ft+280 Nm | 875Nm645lb-ft+175 Nm | 700Nm516lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,955kg4,310lb | 1,955kg4,310lb | 1,955kg4,310lb | 1,955kg4,310lb |
| Gross weight | 2,590kg5,710lb | 2,590kg5,710lb | 2,590kg5,710lb | 2,590kg5,710lb |
| Top speed | 325 km/h 202 mph | 310 km/h 193 mph | 297 km/h 185 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 44.7s99% target: 322 km/h / 200 mph-8.2 s Calculated | 48.7s99% target: 307 km/h / 191 mph-4.2 s Calculated | 51.7s99% target: 294 km/h / 183 mph-1.2 s Calculated | 52.9s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.8s-1.2 s | 4.2s-0.8 s | 4.5s-0.5 s | 5.0s |
| 0-200 km/h | 9.6s-5.8 s Calculated | 11.0s-4.4 s Calculated | 12.3s-3.1 s Calculated | 15.4s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.7s-1.1 s Calculated | 4.0s-0.8 s Calculated | 4.3s-0.5 s Calculated | 4.8s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK | 6.3L/100 km37.3mpg US44.8mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 7.4L/100 km31.8mpg US38.2mpg UK | 7.4L/100 km31.8mpg US38.2mpg UK | 7.4L/100 km31.8mpg US38.2mpg UK | 7.4L/100 km31.8mpg US38.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.6L/100 km42mpg US50.4mpg UK | 5.6L/100 km42mpg US50.4mpg UK | 5.6L/100 km42mpg US50.4mpg UK | 5.6L/100 km42mpg US50.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 11.3s-1.7 s Calculated | 11.8s-1.2 s Calculated | 12.2s-0.7 s Calculated | 13.0s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 277hp/t206kW/t126hp/1000 lb Calculated | 241hp/t180kW/t109hp/1000 lb Calculated | 214hp/t160kW/t97hp/1000 lb Calculated | 179hp/t133kW/t81hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 573Nm/t383lb-ft/ton Calculated | 501Nm/t335lb-ft/ton Calculated | 448Nm/t299lb-ft/ton Calculated | 358Nm/t240lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,000km621mi Calculated | 1,000km621mi Calculated | 1,000km621mi Calculated | 1,000km621mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,967cc181cu in | 2,967cc181cu in | 2,967cc181cu in | 2,967cc181cu in |
| Length | 4,954mm195in | 4,954mm195in | 4,954mm195in | 4,954mm195in |
| Width | 1,886mm74in | 1,886mm74in | 1,886mm74in | 1,886mm74in |
| Height | 1,446mm57in | 1,446mm57in | 1,446mm57in | 1,446mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,928mm115in | 2,928mm115in | 2,928mm115in | 2,928mm115in |
| Front track | 1,620mm64in | 1,620mm64in | 1,620mm64in | 1,620mm64in |
| Rear track | 1,603mm63in | 1,603mm63in | 1,603mm63in | 1,603mm63in |
| Trunk volume | 520L | 520L | 520L | 520L |
| 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 S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 541 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 2) 471 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 1) 419 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 349 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3)541 hp | 3,850 rpm | 2,500-3,100 rpm | 4,100 rpm |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 2)471 hp | 3,850 rpm | 2,500-3,100 rpm | 4,100 rpm |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 1)419 hp | 3,850 rpm | 2,500-3,100 rpm | 4,100 rpm |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6349 hp | 3,850 rpm | 2,500-3,100 rpm | 4,100 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3)541 hp | AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 2)471 hp | AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 1)419 hp | AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6349 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.7 s | 4.0 s | 4.3 s | 4.8 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 3.8 s | 4.2 s | 4.5 s | 5.0 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 9.6 s | 11.0 s | 12.3 s | 15.4 s |
0-200 mph 0-322 km/h | 45.0 s | - | - | - |
| Top speed | 325 km/h 202 mph | 310 km/h 193 mph | 297 km/h 185 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.1 s | 2.2 s | 2.2 s | 2.3 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.2 s | 5.4 s | 5.6 s | 5.8 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.6 s | 7.9 s | 8.2 s | 8.6 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 9.6 s | 10.0 s | 10.4 s | 11.0 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.3 s | 11.8 s | 12.2 s | 13.0 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 219 km/h 136 mph | 208 km/h 129 mph | 199 km/h 124 mph | 184 km/h 114 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3)541 hp | 541 hp 403 kW |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 2)471 hp | 471 hp 351 kW |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 1)419 hp | 419 hp 312 kW |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6349 hp | 349 hp 260 kW |
AUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 541 hp has 192 hp more than AUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 349 hp.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 349 hp and AUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 541 hp: 192 hp (143 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3)541 hp | 1,120 Nm 826 lb-ft |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 2)471 hp | 980 Nm 723 lb-ft |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 1)419 hp | 875 Nm 645 lb-ft |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6349 hp | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3)541 hp | 1,955 kg 4,310 lb |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 2)471 hp | 1,955 kg 4,310 lb |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 1)419 hp | 1,955 kg 4,310 lb |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6349 hp | 1,955 kg 4,310 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3)541 hp | 325 km/h 202 mph |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 2)471 hp | 310 km/h 193 mph |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 1)419 hp | 297 km/h 185 mph |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6349 hp | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 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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| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3)541 hp | 3.8 s |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 2)471 hp | 4.2 s |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 1)419 hp | 4.5 s |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6349 hp | 5.0 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 541 hp and AUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 349 hp: 1.2 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are AUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 2) 471 hp and AUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 1) 419 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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| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3)541 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 2)471 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 1)419 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6349 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3)541 hp | 277 hp/t 206 kW/t 3.6 kg/hp |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 2)471 hp | 241 hp/t 180 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 1)419 hp | 214 hp/t 160 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6349 hp | 179 hp/t 133 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3)541 hp | 1,000 km 621 mi |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 2)471 hp | 1,000 km 621 mi |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 1)419 hp | 1,000 km 621 mi |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6349 hp | 1,000 km 621 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3)541 hp | 541 hp 403 kW | 3.8 s | 325 km/h 202 mph |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 2)471 hp | 471 hp 351 kW | 4.2 s | 310 km/h 193 mph |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 1)419 hp | 419 hp 312 kW | 4.5 s | 297 km/h 185 mph |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6349 hp | 349 hp 260 kW | 5.0 s | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 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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| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 1)419 hp |
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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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| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3)541 hp |
| 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 2)471 hp |
| 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 1)419 hp |
| 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6349 hp |
| 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 541 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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| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3)541 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | 3.8 s |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 2)471 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | 4.2 s |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 1)419 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | 4.5 s |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6349 hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | 5.0 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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| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3)541 hp | 277 hp/t 206 kW/t 3.6 kg/hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 2)471 hp | 241 hp/t 180 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 1)419 hp | 214 hp/t 160 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
| AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6349 hp | 179 hp/t 133 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3)541 hp | AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 2)471 hp | AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 1)419 hp | AUDIS6 (C8)3.0 TDI V6349 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 541 hp 403 kW | 471 hp 351 kW | 419 hp 312 kW | 349 hp 260 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 1,120 Nm 826 lb-ft | 980 Nm 723 lb-ft | 875 Nm 645 lb-ft | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 3.8 s | 4.2 s | 4.5 s | 5.0 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 325 km/h 202 mph | 310 km/h 193 mph | 297 km/h 185 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,955 kg 4,310 lb | 1,955 kg 4,310 lb | 1,955 kg 4,310 lb | 1,955 kg 4,310 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | 6.3 L/100 km 37.3 mpg US 44.8 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,000 km 621 mi | 1,000 km 621 mi | 1,000 km 621 mi | 1,000 km 621 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 520 L 18.4 cu ft | 520 L 18.4 cu ft | 520 L 18.4 cu ft | 520 L 18.4 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 277 hp/t 206 kW/t 3.6 kg/hp | 241 hp/t 180 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp | 214 hp/t 160 kW/t 4.7 kg/hp | 179 hp/t 133 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | AUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 541 hp | AUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 2) 471 hp | AUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 1) 419 hp | AUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 349 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.3 L/100 km37.3 mpg US44.8 mpg UK | 6.3 L/100 km37.3 mpg US44.8 mpg UK | 6.3 L/100 km37.3 mpg US44.8 mpg UK | 6.3 L/100 km37.3 mpg US44.8 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 11.03 LC100 km | 11.03 LC100 km | 11.03 LC100 km | 11.03 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 17.74 LC100 mi | 17.74 LC100 mi | 17.74 LC100 mi | 17.74 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 945 L250 US gal208 UK gal | 945 L250 US gal208 UK gal | 945 L250 US gal208 UK gal | 945 L250 US gal208 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,654 LC/year | 1,654 LC/year | 1,654 LC/year | 1,654 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 3) 541 hp
- Has 70 hp more
- Has 140 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 15 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 36 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 S6 (C8) 3.0 TDI V6 (Stage 2) 471 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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