Audi S6 C8
The understated executive express with mountain-moving torque.
- Power
- 344 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 4.8 s
- Top speed
- 155 mph
About the Audi S6 C8
The C8-generation Audi S6 marked a significant shift for the European market by adopting a diesel-only powertrain, prioritising long-distance efficiency and massive low-end torque over the high-revving petrol V8s of its predecessors. Its 3.0-litre V6 TDI engine is augmented by a 48-volt mild-hybrid system and an electric-powered compressor (EPC) designed to eliminate turbo lag. While it lacks the raw aggression of the RS6, the S6 offers a more refined, understated aesthetic and a high-tech cabin featuring Audi's dual-touchscreen MMI system. It remains a premier choice for high-speed, cross-continental cruising where its 700Nm of torque provides effortless overtaking capability.
Audi S6 C8 specs
The Audi S6 C8 produces 344 bhp (257 kW) and 700 Nm (516 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 4.8 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
| Make | Audi |
|---|---|
| Model | S6 |
| Generation | C8 |
| Trim | 3.0 TDI |
| Years | 2019–2024 |
| Type | Saloon |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | Germany |
| Engine | 3.0-litre V6 turbo diesel with 48V mild-hybrid assist |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,967 cc (3.0 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 344 bhp (257 kW) at 3,850 rpm |
| Torque | 700 Nm (516 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 4.8 s |
| Top speed | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,955 kg (4,310 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 176 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Audi S6 C8 rarity in CarSpot
The Audi S6 C8 is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 38 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
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Audi S6 C8 fun facts
- The S6 features an electric-powered compressor that can spin up to 70,000 rpm in less than 250 milliseconds to provide instant boost before the exhaust-driven turbo takes over.
- While Europe received the high-torque diesel V6, North American and Asian markets continued with a 2.9-litre twin-turbo petrol V6.
- The 48-volt mild-hybrid system allows the car to coast with the engine completely off for up to 40 seconds at speeds between 34 and 99 mph.