2022 Audi A6 Review
2022 Audi A6 Review
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The Audi A6 provides excellent performance and plenty of the latest technology features. Comfort suffers ever so slightly when you go with the big optional wheels and sport suspension, but the upside is a vehicle that's classy to look at and very fun to drive. It's one of the best models available in the midsize luxury sedan class.
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2022 Audi A6 Review
byChristian Wardlaw
Correspondent
Christian Wardlaw has worked in the automotive industry since 1994. He has written nearly 10,000 car-related articles and tested and reviewed more than 2,000 vehicles over the course of his career. Chris is a correspondent at Edmunds and was the first editor-in-chief of Edmunds.com in the 1990s. He has also contributed to Autotrader, CarGurus, J.D. Power, Kelley Blue Book, NADAguides, New York Daily News Autos and WardsAuto. His mom claims that his first word was “car,” and Chris believes that Miata is always the answer.
, rating written byTravis Langness
Reviews Editor
Travis Langness has worked in the automotive industry since 2011. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career.
Pros
- Strong overall performance
- Attractive and refined interior
- Abundant comfort
- Lots of high-tech features
Cons
- Infotainment interface can be challenging and distracting to use
- Not as much trunk space as competitors
What's new
- Wireless Android Auto smartphone compatibility
- Next-generation digital instrumentation
- Infotainment systems gain improved features and functions
- Expanded availability of the Black Optic Sport package
- Part of the fifth A6 generation introduced for 2019
Overview
One of our favorite midsize luxury sedans, the 2022 Audi A6 exudes style, technology and performance in equal measure. This year, updates underscore the A6's tech-forward stance. Every 2022 A6 has standard next-generation Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus digital instrumentation and expanded infotainment functions. The A6 also adds wireless Android Auto smartphone compatibility to sit alongside wireless Apple CarPlay, and expanded Amazon Alexa integration is offered through Audi Connect Prime and Plus service subscriptions.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 Audi A6 Premium 4dr Sedan AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.45 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$206/mo for A6 Premium
A6 Premium
vs
$219/mo
Avg. Large Car
The technology upgrades, along with safety enhancements and broader availability of the popular Black Optic Sport package, keep the Audi A6 competitive against the recently refreshed BMW 5 Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Be sure to read our full Expert Rating of the A6, and if you're interested in one of the variants of this car, we review the A6 Allroad wagon, the RS 6 Avant wagon and the S6 sport sedan separately.
Edmunds Expert Rating
Our VerdictThe Edmunds Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.
Great
8.2
out of 10
edmunds TESTED
The Audi A6 provides excellent performance and plenty of the latest technology features. Comfort suffers ever so slightly when you go with the big optional wheels and sport suspension, but the upside is a vehicle that's classy to look at and very fun to drive. It's one of the best models available in the midsize luxury sedan class.
Rated for you by America's best test team.Performance
9.0/10
How does the A6 drive? Because it's available with summer tires, the A6 can produce impressive grip and, when equipped with the turbocharged V6, rapid acceleration. Our test A6 sprinted from 0 to 60 mph in 4.8 seconds, which is among the quickest in the segment.
Precise controls are one of the A6's hallmarks. Our test car delivered linear braking response and stopped from 60 mph in only 103 feet. The A6 has astonishingly high handling limits for such a big car, especially considering it's the A6, not the S6. At high speeds, there's ample capability to get you around long sweeping corners. It copes well with quick changes of direction too.
Precise controls are one of the A6's hallmarks. Our test car delivered linear braking response and stopped from 60 mph in only 103 feet. The A6 has astonishingly high handling limits for such a big car, especially considering it's the A6, not the S6. At high speeds, there's ample capability to get you around long sweeping corners. It copes well with quick changes of direction too.
Comfort
7.5/10
How comfortable is the A6? While the A6 is certainly comfortable, our test car made some compromises for performance. The lowered sport suspension and 21-inch wheels gave it a fairly stiff ride and introduced some road noise.
Otherwise, the front seats are extremely comfortable and the climate controls work quickly. Small bumps that would normally be shrugged off made their way into the cabin, even though they weren't entirely harsh. Comfort levels are acceptable, but we'd recommend skipping the sport suspension and 21-inch wheels if comfort is a priority.
Otherwise, the front seats are extremely comfortable and the climate controls work quickly. Small bumps that would normally be shrugged off made their way into the cabin, even though they weren't entirely harsh. Comfort levels are acceptable, but we'd recommend skipping the sport suspension and 21-inch wheels if comfort is a priority.
Interior
8.0/10
How’s the interior? The sheer number of screens in this cabin can be overwhelming, but the controls are intuitive after just a short time. Everything is at arm's length, with a few redundant controls for high-priority tasks. The ability to assign tasks to virtual buttons is a nice addition.
While the driver's seat can feel a bit low, the driving position gives you good access to all the relevant controls. The steering wheel adjustment range is plentiful, as is the adjustment from the Individual Contour front seats. Depending on the driver's height, it can take some effort to get out, but the door openings are wide in both front and back.
While the driver's seat can feel a bit low, the driving position gives you good access to all the relevant controls. The steering wheel adjustment range is plentiful, as is the adjustment from the Individual Contour front seats. Depending on the driver's height, it can take some effort to get out, but the door openings are wide in both front and back.
Technology
9.0/10
How’s the tech? The dual-screen infotainment and climate system can seem daunting at first, but tech-savvy users willing to adjust to the lack of physical buttons will get the hang of it after a few days. Once that happens, everything inside the cabin becomes easy to use.
The available Virtual Cockpit configurable instrument cluster gives the A6 a futuristic look and is genuinely useful in putting maps as well as vehicle and engine speed data right where they're needed. It's augmented by the head-up display, which duplicates some of that information in the driver's field of view. Overall, the A6 looks and feels like the future.
The available Virtual Cockpit configurable instrument cluster gives the A6 a futuristic look and is genuinely useful in putting maps as well as vehicle and engine speed data right where they're needed. It's augmented by the head-up display, which duplicates some of that information in the driver's field of view. Overall, the A6 looks and feels like the future.
Storage
7.0/10
How’s the storage? The A6 gets average scores when it comes to utility. It's useful enough for a group of four adults or a small family, but the trunk is on the small side and interior storage is limited. Most car seats will fit in the rear without issue.
Small-item storage in the center console and door bins is limited, but that's typical for the class. With just 13.7 cubic feet of cargo space in the trunk, the A6 trails most competitors. The trunk is relatively deep, so long boxes or items should fit OK. A low liftover height helps when you're loading heavy items.
Small-item storage in the center console and door bins is limited, but that's typical for the class. With just 13.7 cubic feet of cargo space in the trunk, the A6 trails most competitors. The trunk is relatively deep, so long boxes or items should fit OK. A low liftover height helps when you're loading heavy items.
Fuel Economy
7.5/10
How’s the fuel economy? The EPA estimates fuel economy at 24 mpg combined (21 city/30 highway), an above-average figure for a six-cylinder engine in the midsize luxury sedan class. But our test A6 posted significantly lower fuel economy during our testing.
Value
8.0/10
Is the A6 a good value? One of the Audi's most attractive character traits is its build quality. Interior surfaces are excellent to the eye and to the touch, and exterior panel gaps are consistent. Even up against rivals from BMW and Mercedes, the Audi feels top-notch. As for pricing, the A6 can end up being a pretty expensive car when you order the Prestige trim or a bunch of options. With that said, BMWs and Benzes in this class can be priced just as high depending on options. Audi's warranties are average for the class.
Wildcard
9.0/10
The A6 feels sophisticated and elegant during daily driving, with plenty of power and a comfortable ride. But if you get the itch to tackle some high-speed corners, it's sporty and engaging. It's not loud or boisterous in any way, and from the driver's seat, it's an excellent experience.
The A6 is sleek and understated, giving it a feeling of sophistication. From the outside, it looks luxurious without being gaudy, but on the inside it feels truly refined. Its sharp driving characteristics give it a bit of an edge as well.
The A6 is sleek and understated, giving it a feeling of sophistication. From the outside, it looks luxurious without being gaudy, but on the inside it feels truly refined. Its sharp driving characteristics give it a bit of an edge as well.
Which A6 does Edmunds recommend?
For the best blend of luxury, technology and performance, we recommend the A6 55 TFSI in the Premium Plus trim. It supplies plenty of power combined with desirable driving aids and an impressive sound system.
2022 Audi A6 models
The 2022 Audi A6 is available in Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige trim levels, each available with one or more option packages.
Audi also offers a choice between two engines, each featuring mild hybrid systems to boost efficiency:
- The A6 45 TFSI features a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder (261 horsepower, 273 lb-ft) and is available with the Premium and Premium Plus trims.
- The A6 55 TFSI has a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 (335 hp, 369 lb-ft) and is available with all three trim levels.
Both engines employ a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, which sends power to all four of the sedan's wheels.
Premium
Audi equips the A6 Premium with:
- 19-inch wheels
- LED exterior lighting
- Leather upholstery
- Three-zone climate control
- Power-adjustable, heated front seats
- Panoramic sunroof
- 12.3-inch digital instrument panel (Virtual Cockpit Plus)
- 10.1-inch upper infotainment touchscreen
- 8.6-inch lower climate and controls touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
- Navigation system
- 10-speaker audio system
- Automatic emergency braking (warns if a front impact is imminent and applies the brakes if you don't respond in time)
- Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
- Parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)
An optional Convenience package for the Premium includes:
- Heated steering wheel
- Wireless charging pad
- Blind-spot intervention (automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot)
- Rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle behind you is about to cross your vehicle's path while you're in reverse)
- Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the A6 and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
Premium Plus
This trim builds on the A6 Premium with:
- Contents of the Convenience package
- Upgraded LED headlights
- 16-speaker audio system
- Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front)
- Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
The optional Executive package for the Premium Plus trim bundles:
- Four-zone climate control
- Ventilated front seats
- Four-way power lumbar adjustment for the front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Multicolor LED ambient interior lighting
- Power-operated trunk
Prestige
Choosing the top-of-the-line A6 Prestige adds:
- Contents of the Executive package
- Upgraded HD matrix headlights
- Dual-pane acoustic glass
- Rear and rear side window shades
- Power soft-closing doors
- Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield)
- Front cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle ahead of you is about to cross your path while you're moving forward)
You can add the Luxury package to the Prestige to get:
- Upgraded leather upholstery
- Additional leather trim within the cabin
- Massaging front seats
All versions of the 2022 A6 are available with a Black Optic Sport package:
- Sport suspension with a lower ride height
- Special 20-inch wheels
- Gloss black exterior trim when equipped with the 55 TFSI engine
Reliability Ratings by RepairPal
2.5 out of 5 stars2.5/5Average
#33 out of 48 among Luxury Fullsize Cars
RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.
Cost
The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the Audi A6 from 2008-2022.$773/yr
vs. $729/yr
for Average Luxury Fullsize Car
for Average Luxury Fullsize Car
Frequency
The average number of times this model is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year (omitting small routine visits, e.g., oil changes).2.4x/yr
vs. 1.74x/yr
for Average Luxury Fullsize Car
for Average Luxury Fullsize Car
Severity
The probability that a repair will be a major issue, meaning the repair costs 3x the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).14.6%
vs. 14.7%
for Average Luxury Fullsize Car
for Average Luxury Fullsize Car
powered by RepairPal Based on RepairPal reliability data as of 8/23/2023. Ratings are provided by RepairPal and Edmunds is not responsible for their accuracy.
Consumer reviews
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5 out of 5 stars
2019 A6 is fun to drive: 1 year update
Mr. Mike, 04/14/2019
2019 Audi A6 3.0 TFSI Premium Plus quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 7AM)
I wanted to update the review of my 2019 A6 premium plus with the 3.0L engine, sports suspension and adaptive cruise technology. The car remains the most fun to drive vehicle I’ve ever owned. The new MMI that appeared radical a year ago is now so familiar. I love the ability to toggle and change info on the screens. I couldn’t imagine
going back to the old push knob that seems archaic … without a touch screen. Engine acceleration in sports mode is phenomenal. Maybe a bit of lag in automatic mode at low rev but not a big issue for me. Handling is superb and the cabin is very quiet, except for an annoying rattle from the rear sun shades that I would not order again. With snow conditions, the car handled beautifully even with streets that were not plowed well. FYI, my Pirelli P Zero tires performed well but only gave me 18K miles.
5 out of 5 stars
I know luxury
Dave G, 01/25/2021
2021 Audi A6 Premium Plus 4dr Sedan AWD w/55 TFSI (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM)
We wanted the Prestige but had to settle for Premuim Plus with Executive package. Not many available was my only complaint. I have owned Mercedes and Jag and my wife and I shopped for a year. We test drove the BMW 5 the new Mercedes E. We liked both but when we drove the A6 we just looked at each other and smiled. When you combine smoothness ,power,style ,quality of build and … comfort none of the others gave us the same feel. We really were leaning towards another SUV until we drove the A6.
I do recommend the big engine because Wow so smooth. The executive package gives you a good value and brings it very close to the Prestige build.
The 2021 now includes adaptive cruise as standard on the premium plus. For me with my other luxury cars you have to buy as an option. I will never purchase vehicle without it. And Audi has it perfected compared to Mercedes and BMW.
I was concerned about gas but we are getting more than published. We are getting 30 on highway cruising at 75 in cold weather.
5 out of 5 stars
Luxury and Balance
scz, 07/25/2019
2019 Audi A6 3.0 TFSI Prestige quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM)
I am a long term AUDI owner of multiple vehicles and traded in a 2018 A5 Sportback for a new, Prestige Edition of the 2019 A6. I can honestly say that I am now the lap of true luxury. I had been prior A6 owner 5 yrs. ago and this new car, totally redesigned, is not only more beautiful and striking on the outside, but gorgeous in regards to it's interior and fit and finish. The new … technology in which haptic touch screens replace that of Audi's wheel selector takes some time to get used to but if you read the manual, one is able to set up to 7 personal profiles for driving and set a host of innumerable variables to one's liking. This and the use of voice control lessens the need while driving to actually have to touch the screen. I am an Apple IPhone owner and love the Audi Apple car Play interface. I'd highly recommend use of this and one become familiar with the voice commands for Siri. I can receive and send text messages without ever taking my eyes off the road and the voice recognition to text of Apple Car Play is flawless. The Prestige edition had dual pane glass and makes one isolated from the outside such they can truly enjoy the ride and sound system. The car is much more absorptive of bumps and rough road than the A5 Sportback and for one with long drives on an interstate highway to work, it is as if you stepped up from economy to first class, especially if you purchased the individual contour seat package with massaging seats. The car when asked can do 0-60 in 5 seconds but most of the time I only push it to merge on the freeway. When in cruise control ay 70 mph, I am finding that with the mild hybird system, and not driving like a jerk....I can get near 37 miles per gallon on my daily commute of near 70 miles total. Of note, very few persons are buying sedans now in favor of SUVs. Audi is discounting the 2019 heavily and transaction prices are well below invoice making this car a steal deal while demand is low, supplies are high and here come the 2020s to dealers in the fall!
5 out of 5 stars
Sweet ride
John, 01/12/2020
2019 Audi A6 3.0 TFSI Premium Plus quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 7AM)
I traded my 2016 A6 premium plus 2.0 engine for the 2019 A6 premium plus 3.0 engine. After having had an E class Benz and 5 series BMW I have to say this is the finest car I have owned. Responsive, elegant, comfortable, and simply a fine ride.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2022 Audi A6, so we've included reviews for other years of the A6 since its last redesign.
2022 A6 Highlights
Premium
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $55,900 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Mild hybrid |
Combined MPG | 26 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $206/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 13.7 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the A6 models:
- Audi Pre Sense Front
- Warns if a front collision is imminent and applies the brakes if you don't respond in time.
- Traffic Jam Assist
- Adaptive cruise control combined with lane-keeping technology provides semi-automated driving assistance at lower speeds.
- Emergency Assist
- When the adaptive cruise control and lane keeping system are active, this feature can bring the A6 to a safe stop in the event of a medical emergency.
NHTSA Overall Rating
5 out of 5 starsThe National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverall4 / 5Driver5 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverall5 / 5
- Side Barrier RatingOverall5 / 5Driver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront Seat5 / 5Back Seat5 / 5
- RolloverRollover5 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of Rollover8.9%
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestGood
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalGood
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestGood
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintGood
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