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2025 Audi A6

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.

Class: Midsize Cars
Body styles: 4dr Sedan, Allroad 4dr Wagon
Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
Horsepower: 261–456 hp
Transmission: automatic
Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive
Fuel: Hybrid
MPG (best): 26 combined · 24 city / 31 hwy
Length: 194.5–194.9 in
Curb weight: 4,266–4,495 lb
NHTSA rating: Not rated
Recalls: 3 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

Strong performanceUp to 456 hp, versus about 320 hp for similar 2025 models.
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

Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 26 MPG combined, 13% below the 2025 midsize car average of 30 MPG.
Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 35 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2025 Audi A6 is a midsize car offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 3.0L 6-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 195 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 115-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,266 lb (4dr Sedan).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 26 MPG combined (24 city / 31 highway), 13% worse than the 2025 midsize car average of 30 MPG, for an estimated $3,150 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

What changed for 2025

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2024 A6 — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 A6 →

Trims, performance & features

Powertrain375–456 hpElectric motor

Engine261 hp2.0L turbo 4-cyl

Transmissionautomatic

DriveRWD · AWD/4WD

Trims

e-tron 55 Premium Pluse-tron 55 Prestigee-tron 60 quattro Prestigequattro Premiume-tron quattro Premium Plus

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard

Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard

Forward collision warningStandard

Blind-spot monitoringStandard

Blind-spot interventionSome trims

Rear cross-traffic alertStandard

Rear automatic brakingStandard

Lane departure warningStandard

Lane keeping assistStandard

Lane centeringStandard

Adaptive cruise controlSome trims

Parking assistStandard

Backup cameraStandard

Automatic high beamsStandard

Keyless startStandard

LED headlightsYes

Built in: Ingolstadt, Bavaria · Neckarsulm, Baden-WüRttemberg

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2025 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	194.5 in	74.4 in	57.5 in	115 in	64.2 / 63.8 in	4,266 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 quattro Hybrid	2.0L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic (AM-S7)	All-Wheel Drive	24 / 31 / 26	-13%	$3,150	339
A6 quattro Hybrid	3.0L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic (AM-S7)	All-Wheel Drive	22 / 30 / 25	-17%	$3,300	356
A6 Allroad quattro Hybrid	3.0L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic (AM-S7)	All-Wheel Drive	22 / 30 / 25	+17%	$3,300	356

5/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)

5/10EPA greenhouse gas score

Spend $3,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car

30 MPG2025 Midsize Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2025 Audi A6.

Similar 2025 midsize cars

Model	Best MPG / range	NHTSA overall	Recalls
2025 Audi A6 (this car)	26 MPG	Not rated	3
2025 BMW 3 Series	31 MPG	Not rated	0
2025 BMW 5 Series	31 MPG	Not rated	0
2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class	28 MPG	Not rated	0
2025 Lexus IS	25 MPG	Not rated	0
2025 Audi A4	29 MPG	Not rated	0
2025 Mercedes-Benz C-Class	29 MPG	Not rated	0

Recalls (3)

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.

Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Retractor · Dec 19, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V899000 · 27,768 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 E-Tron, SQ6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 Sportback E-Tron, A6, A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 E-Tron, S5, and S6 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The automatic locking retractor may fail to engage when a child seat is installed using the seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Risk: An improperly secured child seat can increase risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the right and left rear seat belt assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69D8. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.

Seat Belts › Front › Retractor · Sep 24, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V638000 · 1,042 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 GTI, Golf R, Audi A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, S5, S6 Sportback E-Tron, 2026 Q4 Sportback E-Tron, and Q4 E-Tron vehicles. The torsion bar in one or both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.
Risk: In a crash, a damaged torsion bar in a retractor could fail. If this happens, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace one or both front seat belts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2025, and October 31, 2025. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-253-2834 or Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Audi's number for this recall is 69UM; Volkswagenâs number for this recall is 694T. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 26, 2025.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2025 Audi A6 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

9Complaints to NHTSA since 2015

0Involved a crash

0Involved a fire

0Injuries reported

7,017 miTypical mileage at failure

Electrical System3

Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control3

Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking3

Structure › Body2

Air Bags1

Lane Departure › Assist1

Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings1

Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Lock1

Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2025 Audi A6 buyer's checklist

Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
Electrical System — 3 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 3 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 3 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 7,017 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 Audi A6. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other A6 years

Compare all years →

Year	MPG (best)	Length	Overall	Recalls	Complaints
2026 A6	24	196.9 in	Not rated	1	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 →