Audi
It may feel like SUVs and crossovers have taken over every new car launch lately, but the classic sedan isn’t ready to fade into the background just yet. Case in point: Audi’s latest reveal of the next-generation A6 Sedan, a stylish evolution of the brand’s long-running executive staple.
We got our first glimpse of the new A6 earlier this month through the Avant variant, but now Audi has lifted the curtain on the sedan version. Visually, it’s nearly identical to its long-roof sibling from the B-pillars forward. One interesting twist—Audi has chosen to show the sedan without the popular S Line package. It’s not the barebones base trim, but it also doesn’t flaunt the full aggressive body kit we usually see in press photos.
Unlike the electric A6 E-Tron, which is built on the PPE platform co-developed with Porsche, the gas-powered A6 rides on Audi’s Premium Platform Combustion (PPC). That means no split-headlight design and a more traditional combustion engine layout. Without a new A7 Sportback in sight, the only gas-powered A6 hatchback alternative will remain the Avant.
Around back, the A6 Sedan inherits the Avant’s wide taillight bar and winglet-style detailing. Audi has also ditched the faux exhaust tips, replacing them with real, functional outlets—a welcome change that shows the brand is listening to enthusiasts. It’s worth noting that while the A5 Sedan now comes with a hatchback-style liftback, the A6 continues to embrace its conventional trunk.
In terms of aerodynamics, this is Audi’s most streamlined combustion sedan to date, boasting a drag coefficient of 0.23. It’s not quite as slippery as the A6 E-Tron’s 0.21 Cd, but it’s close. The new A6 measures 196.5 inches in length, making it 2.36 inches longer than its predecessor. The wheelbase stays nearly the same at 115.1 inches. Wheel options range from 21 to 23 inches, including a unique forged tri-color design.
Step inside and you’ll find the same tech-forward cabin as the Avant. That includes a standard 11.9-inch digital instrument cluster and a massive 14.5-inch center touchscreen. Buyers can also opt for a 10.9-inch passenger-side display. Without it, the dashboard looks a little incomplete—clearly designed with that optional screen in mind.
Audi has acknowledged that its interiors haven’t kept pace in recent years, but it says the new A6 marks a turning point. Sound insulation is up by 30 percent, aided by acoustic glass in the rear windows. The engine and transmission also benefit from quieter mounts and refined gear teeth in the dual-clutch setup. Even the door and window seals have been upgraded for better noise isolation.
Cargo capacity comes in at 17.37 cubic feet in the sedan, while the Avant offers slightly more with 17.76 cubic feet, expanding to 54.17 cubic feet with the rear seats folded. Expect plug-in hybrid variants to lose some cargo space due to battery placement, but for now, Audi is only confirming internal combustion engine options.
The base model A6 will come with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder making 201 horsepower and 250 lb-ft of torque, driving the front wheels. A step up to the 3.0-liter V6 adds mild-hybrid tech and Quattro all-wheel drive, bumping output to 362 horsepower and 406 lb-ft. Diesel options include a 2.0 TDI paired with 48-volt assistance, delivering 201 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque to either the front or all four wheels. All-wheel drive variants can direct up to 70 percent of power to the rear axle when needed.
Until the S6 makes its debut, the six-cylinder A6 will be the performance champ, with a 0–62 mph sprint of just 4.7 seconds and a top speed of 155 mph. An optional rear differential helps split torque between the rear wheels for better handling. We’re still waiting on confirmation of an RS6 Sedan, but for now, rumors suggest the hardcore RS model will once again be Avant-only.
The new A6 also brings a serious list of available features. Think up to 20 speakers, four-zone automatic climate control, soft-close doors, rear-wheel steering, adaptive air suspension, and a panoramic roof that switches between opaque and clear at the touch of a button.
Sales begin this month in Germany with a starting price of €55,500, or roughly $63,000 USD. European deliveries kick off this summer, with U.S. availability expected to follow as a 2026 model year vehicle. With the current A6 already updated for 2025 in the States, we likely won’t see the new generation until next year—but from what we’ve seen so far, it looks worth the wait.
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