DecodedCars2024 Audi S6
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.
- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan
- Engines
- 2.9L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 22 combined · 19 city / 26 hwy
- Length
- 194.9 in
- Curb weight
- 4,495 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 22 MPG combined, 23% below the 2024 midsize car average of 28.6 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 39 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2024 Audi S6 is a midsize car offered with a 2.9L 6-cyl engine, 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 4,495 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 22 MPG combined (19 city / 26 highway), 23% worse than the 2024 midsize car average of 28.6 MPG, for an estimated $3,750 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file.
What changed for 2024
- Engine added: 2.9L 6-cyl
- Engine dropped: 2.9L 6-cyl turbo
Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 S6 →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan | 194.9 in | 74.4 in | 57.1 in | 115.4 in | 63.8 / 63 in | 4,495 lb |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S6 Hybrid | 2.9L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | -23% | $3,750 | 410 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2024 Audi S6.
Similar 2024 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Audi S6 (this car) | 22 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2024 BMW 3 Series | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 BMW 5 Series | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 27 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Lexus IS | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi A4 | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (1)
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.
Not every 2024 Audi S6 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2024 Audi S6 in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2024 Audi S6 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- 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 2024 Audi S6. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other S6 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 S6 | 22 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 3 | 4 |
| 2023 S6 | 22 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 S6 | 22 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 4 | 4 |
| 2021 S6 | 22 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 10 | 0 |
| 2020 S6 | 22 | 194.9 in | Not rated | 6 | 2 |
| 2018 S6 | 18 | 193.7 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 4 |
| 2017 S6 | 21 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 5 |
| 2016 S6 | 21 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 19 |
| 2015 S6 | 20 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 5 |
| 2014 S6 | 20 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 3 | 19 |
| 2013 S6 | 20 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 3 | 41 |
| 2011 S6 | 16 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →