DecodedCars2026 Audi A6
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Midsize Station Wagons
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan, Allroad 4dr Wagon
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 335–362 hp
- Transmission
- automatic
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 24 combined · 21 city / 30 hwy
- Length
- 194.9–196.9 in
- Curb weight
- 4,319–4,495 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 23 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Audi A6 is a midsize station wagon offered with a 3.0L 6-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 197 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 115-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,319 lb (4dr Sedan).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 24 MPG combined (21 city / 30 highway), 7% worse than the 2026 midsize station wagon average of 25.7 MPG, for an estimated $3,400 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2026
- New body dimensions: 2.4 in longer — most likely a redesign or new generation
- Engine dropped: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Best combined MPG down from 26 to 24
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 A6 →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Neckarsulm, Baden-WüRttemberg
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 3 2026 A6 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan | 196.9 in | 74 in | 57.5 in | 115 in | 64.2 / 63.4 in | 4,319 lb | 55/45 |
| Allroad 4dr Wagon | 194.9 in | 74.8 in | 57.9 in | 115.4 in | 65 / 63.4 in | 4,495 lb | 52/48 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A6 Allroad quattro Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 30 / 24 | -7% | $3,400 | 365 |
| A6 Sedan | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 29 / 23 | -26% | $3,550 | 387 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Audi A6.
Similar 2026 midsize station wagons
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Audi A6 (this car) | 24 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 BMW 5 Series | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus LS | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Tesla Model S | 410 mi | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Audi A5 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (1)
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Dec 19, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V900000 · 356,894 vehicles
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.
Not every 2026 Audi A6 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other A6 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 A6 | 26 | 194.5 in | Not rated | 3 | 9 |
| 2024 A6 | 26 | 194.5 in | Not rated | 1 | 3 |
| 2023 A6 | 27 | 194.5 in | Not rated | 1 | 3 |
| 2022 A6 | 26 | 194.5 in | Not rated | 5 | 4 |
| 2021 A6 | 26 | 194.5 in | ★★★★★ | 12 | 27 |
| 2020 A6 | 27 | 194.5 in | ★★★★★ | 9 | 34 |
| 2019 A6 | 27 | 194.5 in | ★★★★★ | 7 | 114 |
| 2018 A6 | 28 | 193.7 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 11 |
| 2017 A6 | 28 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 3 | 20 |
| 2016 A6 | 30 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 3 | 51 |
| 2015 A6 | 29 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 4 | 22 |
| 2014 A6 | 29 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 4 | 35 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →