2022 Audi S6 Review
Price Estimate: $55,499 - $55,990





+106
Great
8.3
out of 10
edmunds TESTED
The 2022 Audi S6 does a lot of things well and a few things great. In terms of performance and driving dynamics, it's right there with the class leaders. The interior is roomy and has excellent in-car tech. If you want a large, comfortable and somewhat subtle luxury car with a surprising amount of performance, it doesn't get much better than the S6.
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2022 Audi S6 Review
Pros
- Attractive and refined interior
- Lots of high-tech features
- Impressively quick acceleration
- Smooth ride
Cons
- Infotainment interface can be challenging to use
- Short on in-cabin storage and trunk space
What's new
- Rear side airbags are now standard
- New 21-inch wheels with the Black Optic package
- Based on the fifth A6 generation introduced for 2019
Overview

Think of the S6 as an A6 on steroids. Structurally the two cars are the same, but the S6 comes with only one high-performance engine option — a twin-turbocharged 444-hp 2.9-liter V6. Audi also upgrades the S6 with height-adjustable air suspension, though a conventional coil-spring suspension is optional. Every S6 is equipped with all-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission. Like its abridged-roof stablemate, the S7, the S6 comes outfitted with a pile of tech features. Most obvious are the twin screens that dominate its dashboard and control all the climate and infotainment functions. But it's the S6's design and materials that make it special. Supple leather in a variety of colors and striking wood inlays make for a modern and clean interior presentation that's distinctly Audi.
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- $55,499good price$3,302 below market
- 27,836 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 18 City / 28 Hwy MPG
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- AWD/4WD
- Bluetooth
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Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
22 Combined MPG (18 City/28 Highway)
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VIN: WAUDFBF21NN013402
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Certified Pre-Owned: No - 40,785 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
- 18 City / 28 Hwy MPG
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- Bluetooth
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Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
22 Combined MPG (18 City/28 Highway)
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VIN: WAUDFBF29NN037074
Stock: 2003714570
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-09-2025
BMW's M550i, the Mercedes-AMG E 53 and even Cadillac's CT5 V Blackwing are worth considering in this class. All of the German competitors are all-wheel-drive and offer similar if not slightly better performance. And they all cost about the same as the S6. So does the CT5-V Blackwing, but it's a rear-drive monster with 668 horsepower from a supercharged 6.2-liter V8. Go, America! Read our Expert Rating for all the details on the S6.
Edmunds Expert Rating
edmunds TESTED

Driven, tested, rated by automotive expert Reese Counts
Great
8.3
out of 10
We drove the 2022 Audi S6 on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.
Performance
8.5/10
How does the S6 drive? At the Edmunds test track, our test S6 sprinted to 60 mph in 4.3 seconds. That's impressively quick for a midsize luxury sedan. The S6's turbocharged V6 has plenty of power for passing other cars or merging onto the highway. But from a dead stop it feels lazy. There seems to be nothing below 3,000 rpm. Rev past that, though, and you get a huge swell of power. The transmission's shifts are smooth and quick, but it sometimes upshifts too soon for our tastes.
Emergency braking performance is solid. It's not at the top of the class, but it's near it. Around town, the S6's brakes feel great, with a firm pedal that is easy to control. It's easy to come to a smooth stop.
The Audi handles well enough too. The steering is a touch light, but it's quick and direct, making it easy to maneuver the S6 in tight parking lots or winding back roads. The suspension strikes a good balance between comfort and sportiness.
Emergency braking performance is solid. It's not at the top of the class, but it's near it. Around town, the S6's brakes feel great, with a firm pedal that is easy to control. It's easy to come to a smooth stop.
The Audi handles well enough too. The steering is a touch light, but it's quick and direct, making it easy to maneuver the S6 in tight parking lots or winding back roads. The suspension strikes a good balance between comfort and sportiness.
Comfort
8.5/10
How comfortable is the S6? This is where the S6 shines. It's the perfect midlevel performance sedan with just enough grunt and personality to let you know what's what. It's loud and sporty when you want it to be and quiet and reserved when you just want to cruise.
Our test S6 had the standard sport front seats. They don't offer as much adjustment as the optional luxury seats, but we found them comfortable enough even after several hundred miles of highway driving. But we wouldn't mind more bolstering to better keep you secure during cornering.
The ride is excellent thanks to the optional adaptive sport suspension. The S6 smooths out pavement without feeling light or overly soft. Our biggest complaint is with the climate control system. In full auto mode, it never seems to even out the temperature in the cabin.
Our test S6 had the standard sport front seats. They don't offer as much adjustment as the optional luxury seats, but we found them comfortable enough even after several hundred miles of highway driving. But we wouldn't mind more bolstering to better keep you secure during cornering.
The ride is excellent thanks to the optional adaptive sport suspension. The S6 smooths out pavement without feeling light or overly soft. Our biggest complaint is with the climate control system. In full auto mode, it never seems to even out the temperature in the cabin.
Interior
8/10
How’s the interior? While we love the S6's interior design, we aren't completely won over by its layout. Some controls are needlessly hidden in on-screen menus. Otherwise, the controls for the media and climate systems are well placed and easy to reach.
As expected with a midsize luxury sedan, there's plenty of room for both front and rear passengers. The front seats are mounted low. It's a sporty driving position, but it might be hard for some people to get in and out. At least the door openings are big and wide. Visibility is decent, though a tall hood and window line make it a little difficult to see forward.
As expected with a midsize luxury sedan, there's plenty of room for both front and rear passengers. The front seats are mounted low. It's a sporty driving position, but it might be hard for some people to get in and out. At least the door openings are big and wide. Visibility is decent, though a tall hood and window line make it a little difficult to see forward.
Technology
9/10
How’s the tech? Audi's in-car tech features all the bells and whistles you might expect from a modern luxury automobile, though many of the higher-end features are optional rather than standard. When equipped, the systems work well, though they do require a bit of a learning curve to figure out.
The audio system is one of the best around, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto make it easy to play music from your phone. Our test car had four USB ports, though none were the newest USB-C style. The S6's wireless charging pad doubles as a signal booster.
The driver aids work well, with no false readings or needless corrections. The adaptive cruise control maintained a close but reasonable gap in traffic.
The audio system is one of the best around, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto make it easy to play music from your phone. Our test car had four USB ports, though none were the newest USB-C style. The S6's wireless charging pad doubles as a signal booster.
The driver aids work well, with no false readings or needless corrections. The adaptive cruise control maintained a close but reasonable gap in traffic.
Storage
7/10
How’s the storage? Storage is one of the S6's weakest points. The 13.7 cubic feet of trunk space is near the bottom of the class numerically. In actual use you'll find the space is wide and deep enough to handle most daily errands. You can fold down the rear seats to help facilitate loading of long cargo items. A low liftover height means heavy items require less effort too.
In terms of interior storage, there doesn't seem to be any good place to put a pair of sunglasses that doesn't block a cupholder. The shallow center console is mostly taken up by the wireless charging spot. There's plenty of space in the rear for child seats, with easy-to-access anchors on the outboard seats.
In terms of interior storage, there doesn't seem to be any good place to put a pair of sunglasses that doesn't block a cupholder. The shallow center console is mostly taken up by the wireless charging spot. There's plenty of space in the rear for child seats, with easy-to-access anchors on the outboard seats.
Fuel Economy
7.5/10
How’s the fuel economy? The S6 is rated at 22 mpg combined (18 city/28 highway). That's typical fuel economy for a midsize luxury sedan with a six-cylinder engine. Our test S6 equaled the EPA's estimates during our testing, so it's fair to assume they're realistic.
Value
8/10
Is the S6 a good value? Everything about the S6 looks and screams luxury. The design is clean and modern. Usually we dislike the use of glossy piano black trim, but Audi has managed to use it without making it look cheap or plasticky.
All the switches have weight and heft that make the S6 feel special. Fit and finish is excellent, with no squeaks or rattles to speak of. The S6 feels as good as or better than a BMW or Mercedes-Benz and better than some of the dated products from Lexus.
All the switches have weight and heft that make the S6 feel special. Fit and finish is excellent, with no squeaks or rattles to speak of. The S6 feels as good as or better than a BMW or Mercedes-Benz and better than some of the dated products from Lexus.
Wildcard
9/10
Lots of subtle character here. The S6 offers a good bit of performance without being overly showy. If you want a fun-to-drive luxury sedan that doesn't announce its presence at every stoplight, the S6 is your kind of car.
2022 Audi S6 trim level differences
Based on the standard A6, the S6 is a higher-performance version of Audi's midsize sedan. It offers more power from its twin-turbocharged 2.9-liter V6 (444 horsepower, 443 lb-ft) as well as an eight-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters. All-wheel drive is standard. It's available in two trim levels, Premium Plus and Prestige.
Which S6 trim does Edmunds recommend?
We only encourage people to step up to higher trims when we think the additional features merit their cost. And that's the case with the S6's Prestige package. In this case that means the inclusion of the Executive package, which adds adaptive cruise control, heated rear seats, power trunk operation and more. The Prestige package also adds Audi's side assist and intersection assist, both of which help reduce the chance of collisions.
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Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota
$221/mo for S6 Premium Plus
S6 Premium Plus
vs
$200/mo
Avg. Large Car
Reliability
The 2022 Audi S6 has a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic warranty and 3 recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 2 out of 5, ranks it #43 out of 48 among Luxury Fullsize Cars. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.
Reliability Rating by RepairPal
2 out of 5 stars2/5Below Average
#43 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
$1,061/yr
vs. $729/yr
for Average Luxury Fullsize Car
for Average Luxury Fullsize Car
Frequency
2.11x/yr
vs. 1.74x/yr
for Average Luxury Fullsize Car
for Average Luxury Fullsize Car
Severity
27.2%
vs. 14.7%
for Average Luxury Fullsize Car
for Average Luxury Fullsize Car
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Recalls
3 recalls foundChecking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.
If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).
- Recall Number:
- 22V861000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 90V2
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 50883
- Defect Description:
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, A6 Allroad, 2021-2022 RS7, RS6 Avant, 2019-2022 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. Liquid spilled in the rear seat may penetrate and cause the gateway control module to shut down.
- Defect Consequence:
- A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will install a protective cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90V2.
- Recall Number:
- 22V806000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 91Ei
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 6076
- Defect Description:
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles. The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display the next time the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Defect Consequence:
- An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.
- Recall Number:
- 22V155000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 20DN
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 47238
- Defect Description:
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 RS6 Avant and RS7, 2020-2022 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, and S7, and 2019-2022 A6 Sedan and A7 vehicles. The fuel level sender may stick, causing an inaccurate fuel level reading to be displayed on the instrument cluster.
- Defect Consequence:
- An inaccurate fuel reading may cause an engine stall due to lack of fuel, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will install a new sensor in the tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 20DN.
Warranty
4 years / 50,000 miles Basic Warranty- Basic Warranty
- 4 years / 50,000 miles
- Drivetrain Warranty
- 4 years / 50,000 miles
- Rust Warranty
- 12 years / unlimited miles
- Roadside assistance Warranty
- 4 years / unlimited miles
Audi S6 Owner Reviews
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5 out of 5 starsBailey Boy, 08/23/2020
2020 Audi S6 Premium Plus 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
Just got my S6 2 days ago. I've had a lot of cars, but this is my first Audi. This car is a blast to drive. Very fast, sharp handling, but comfortable ride. Quality seems impeccable. Electronic interface is superb, interior is gorgeous, and exterior is also beautiful. Perfect car for me.
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4 out of 5 starsChris, 08/05/2021
2021 Audi S6 Prestige 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
I been enjoying my 2021 S6 for 7 months now. I am expressed with the ride, the comfort and performance. It drive effortlessly, with ease it can respond to my decision and make the move. The only cons I have is the auto/stop. I wish I could turn it off and it stay off on the next key cycle, until I wanted it on. I wish it also had remote start. I love this car though. It's a pleasure to … drive.
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5 out of 5 starsThomas DeLonge, 09/04/2020
2020 Audi S6 Prestige 4dr Sedan AWD (2.9L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
Audi!! I love it AUDI I LOVE IT!!! My CAR’S THE SAME!!! It HAS PERFECT HANDLING!!!!
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2022 Audi S6, so we've included reviews for other years of the S6 since its last redesign.
2022 S6 Highlights
Premium Plus
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $74,800 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Mild hybrid |
Combined MPG | 22 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $221/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 S6 models:
- Topview camera system with Virtual 360 view
- Gives you a top-down view of the S6 and its surroundings for tight parking situations.
- Intersection Assist
- Scans the road ahead when approaching an intersection. Gives visual and audio warnings if it senses a collision. Can apply the brakes in certain situations.
- Lane keeping assistance
- Automatically steers the car back into its lane if the S6 begins to drift over the lane marker.
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover5 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of Rollover8.9%
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