Audi A6 C6
The understated executive choice that defined Audi's modern design era.
- Power
- 140 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 9.8 s
- Top speed
- 130 mph
About the Audi A6 C6
The C6-generation Audi A6, designed under Walter de Silva, introduced the now-iconic 'single-frame' grille that unified the brand's aesthetic. In 2.0 TDI SE trim, it served as the backbone of the European executive fleet, prized for its exceptional build quality and class-leading interior refinement. While the 140 PS Pumpe Düse engine was eventually replaced by common-rail units during the 2008 facelift, this specific version remains a benchmark for long-distance efficiency. It offers a composed, stable ride and a spacious cabin that still feels premium decades later.
Audi A6 C6 specs
The Audi A6 C6 produces 140 bhp (104 kW) and 320 Nm (236 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 9.8 seconds and has a top speed of 130 mph (210 km/h).
| Make | Audi |
|---|---|
| Model | A6 |
| Generation | C6 |
| Trim | 2.0 TDI SE |
| Years | 2004–2011 |
| Type | Saloon |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | Germany |
| Engine | 2.0-litre turbocharged inline-4 diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,968 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 140 bhp (104 kW) at 4,000 rpm |
| Torque | 320 Nm (236 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 4,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 9.8 s |
| Top speed | 130 mph (210 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,540 kg (3,395 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 91 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Audi A6 C6 rarity in CarSpot
The Audi A6 C6 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
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Audi A6 C6 fun facts
- The C6 A6 won the inaugural World Car of the Year award in 2005, beating the Porsche 911 and Volvo S40.
- Its interior featured the first major evolution of Audi's MMI (Multi Media Interface), which was widely considered more intuitive than BMW's early iDrive system.
- The C6 generation was the first A6 to feature LED daytime running lights, a feature that soon became a signature for the entire Audi range.
