Audi S6#S6+

{{Infobox automobile

| name = First generation (C4/4A)

| image = Audi S6 C4.jpg

| caption = Audi S6 saloon (C4)

| aka =

| production = 1994–1997

| successor =

| platform = Volkswagen Group C4

| engine = 2.2 L 20v turbo I5
4.2 L 32v DOHC V8

| transmission = 5-speed manual,
6-speed manual,
4-speed automatic

| wheelbase = {{convert|2692|mm|1|abbr=on}}

| length = {{convert|4892|mm|1|abbr=on}}

| width = {{convert|1803|mm|1|abbr=on}}

| height = saloon: {{convert|1435|mm|1|abbr=on}}
Avant: {{convert|1499|mm|1|abbr=on}}

| weight = saloon: {{convert|1730|kg|0|abbr=on}}
Avant: {{convert|1780|kg|0|abbr=on}}

| related = Audi C4 100
Audi C4 S4
Audi C4 A6

| designer =

| sp = uk

}}

File:Audi S6 (14477159915) (cropped).jpg

{{see also|Audi S4#C4}}

File:Audi S6 (49512475736) (cropped).jpg

Audi was restructuring their model lineup in early and mid-1990s, and in late 1994, began selling the fifth generation (C4) Audi 100 model, re-badged as the Audi A6. Wanting to keep a sports-saloon in their lineup, the company made small revisions to what was previously known as the Audi S4, renaming it the Audi S6; the S4 name would eventually be re-used for a completely different model derived from Audi's smaller Volkswagen Group B platform-based Audi A4. As this was the first S6 model from Audi, it is sometimes referred to as the Ur-S6, derived from the German augmentive, "Ursprünglich" (meaning: original).

It was available as both a saloon/sedan (typ 4A5), and an "Avant" (typ 4A9) (estate/wagon) to European and United States customers, but only as a saloon in Canada, Asia and Australia. Audi's trademark "procon-ten" safety system was standard fitment.

From its launch in late 1994, the Audi S6 was powered by a {{convert|2226|cc|1|lk=on}} turbocharged inline five-cylinder petrol engine (parts code prefix: 034, identification code: AAN) with a Bosch Motronic electronic engine control unit (ECU), producing a motive power output of {{convert|169|kW|PS bhp|0|lk=on|abbr=on}} at 5,900 rpm, and {{convert|326|Nm|0|lk=on|abbr=on}} at around 1,950 rpm, whilst consuming high octane "Super Plus" 98RON unleaded petrol.

This engine gave the S6 a top speed of {{convert|235|km/h|1|abbr=on}}, and a 0 to {{convert|100|km/h|1|abbr=on}} of 6.7 seconds; with {{convert|160|km/h|1|abbr=on}} being reached in 17.5 seconds.

The vehicle was available with a standard six-speed manual transmission (five-speed only in North America) and with the four-plus-one-speed automatic (the fifth "gear" called a 'lockup' gear, what reduced the RPM by ~400 at highway speed with cruise control on) as well, with the Audi's dynamic Torsen T-1 quattro permanent four-wheel drive system.

Audi made a high-performance, 4.2-litre V8 engine (parts code prefix: 077, identification code: AEC) with a Bosch Motronic ECU available as an option in the original European S4s, and made the decision to continue to do so with the S6, making a {{cvt|213|kW|PS bhp|0}} version of the 4.2 available as an optional upgrade over the 2.2-litre inline five-cylinder turbo.

Unlike the five-cylinder turbocharged version, the V8-powered S6 was supplied with a four-plus-one-speed automatic transmission as standard, but kept the quattro four wheel drive. A six-speed manual gearbox was also available as an option.

The C4 braking system included radially ventilated disc brakes front and rear; with {{convert|314|mm|1|abbr=on}} diameter by {{convert|30|mm|2|abbr=on}} thick discs, with two-piston floating Girling calipers bearing the interlocking four-ringed Audi logo, and four individual pads per caliper up front, and {{convert|269|mm|1|abbr=on}} by {{convert|20|mm|2|abbr=on}} discs with Lucas single-piston sliding calipers at the rear. Bosch Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with EDS was also standard.

Standard wheels were 7½Jx16 "Avus" cast aluminium alloy wheels with 205/55 R16 tyres. An optional 7½Jx16 five-arm alloy wheel, with 205/55 R16 tyres, an 8Jx16 five double-spoke alloy, an 8Jx17 10-spoke alloys "Bolero" were also available with 225/45 R17 tyres.

As a swan song to the C4 platform, an even more powerful, and very limited-production Audi S6 Plus (Typ Q1) was briefly available to European customers. The S6 Plus, developed by Audi's wholly owned high performance subsidiary, quattro GmbH was available for sale during the 1997 model year only (production from June 1996 to October 1997). A total of 952 cars were produced – 855 Avant, and 97 saloons.

It was powered by another version of the 32-valve (four valves per cylinder) 4.2-litre V8 engine (parts code prefix: 077, identification code: AHK, later to be seen in the Audi S8 as AKH). Audi's performance division reworked key parts of the internal combustion engine, increasing the motive power to {{convert|240|kW|PS bhp|0|lk=|abbr=on}}. It was only available with a revised six-speed manual transmission (parts code prefix: 01E, identification code: DGU) (gear ratios - 1st: 3.500, 2nd: 1.889, 3rd: 1.320, 4th: 1.034, 5th: 0.857, 6th: 0.730), with a final drive ratio of 4.111.

Further revisions were made to the suspension, brakes and wheels. The front brake discs were enlarged to {{convert|323|mm|1|abbr=on}} in diameter by {{convert|30|mm|2|abbr=on}} thick. Standard wheels were 8Jx17 6-spoke "Avus" cast aluminium alloy wheels with 255/40 R17 tyres on them, with an optional 7Jx16 alloy wheel for use with winter tyres was also available.

The S6 Plus saloon could reach {{convert|100|km/h|1|abbr=on}} from a standstill in 5.6 seconds, with the Avant a tenth of a second slower at 5.7 seconds.

Hella xenon high intensity discharge (HID) headlamps (still with the C4s triple bulb design, only low beam) were available as serial equipment.{{-}}

{{Infobox automobile

| name = Second generation (C5/4B)

| image = 2003 Audi S6 C5 (Typ 4B) (4383585474).jpg

| caption = Audi S6 sedan (C5)

| aka =

| production = 1999–2003

| predecessor =

| successor =

| platform = Volkswagen Group C5

| engine = 4.2 L V8 DOHC

| transmission = 6-speed manual,
5-speed ZF 5HP24A tiptronic automatic

| wheelbase = {{convert|2759|mm|1|abbr=on}}

| length = 1999–2001: {{convert|4833|mm|1|abbr=on}}
2002–2003: {{convert|4912|mm|1|abbr=on}}

| width = 1999–2001: {{convert|1850|mm|1|abbr=on}}
2002–2003: {{convert|1933|mm|1|abbr=on}}

| height = saloon: {{convert|1443|mm|1|abbr=on}},
1999–2001 Avant: {{convert|1465|mm|1|abbr=on}}
2002–2003 Avant: {{convert|1448|mm|1|abbr=on}}

| weight = {{convert|1815|kg|0|abbr=on}} to
{{convert|1825|kg|0|abbr=on}}

| related = Audi C5 A6,
Audi C5 RS6

| designer =

| sp = uk

}}

File:S6 4B Front schräg MJ 2002.JPG

File:Audi S6 Avant (cropped).jpg

In late 1997, Audi introduced an all-new range of Audi A6 models, based on the Volkswagen Group C5 platform. A new Audi S6, now officially known as the Audi S6 quattro appeared in 1999, to complement its A6 platform-mate. It was available in a four-door saloon/sedan and a five-door Avant (estate/wagon). In North America, the Avant bodystyle was the only version available. The vehicle could accelerate from standstill to {{convert|100|km/h|1|abbr=on}} in 5.7 seconds, and from 0 to {{convert|200|km/h|1|abbr=on}} in 21.7 seconds. The top speed was electronically governed to {{convert|250|km/h|1|abbr=on}}.

This generation of S6 went out of production in 2003.

The engine was a new rubber-hydro mounted all-aluminium alloy 4.2-litre 40-valve (five valves per cylinder) 90° V8 (parts code: 077, identification codes: AQJ [Sept 99-May 1], ANK [Sept 00-onwards]). It had double overhead camshafts on each cylinder bank and solenoid-operated magnesium two-stage variable intake manifold. It displaced {{convert|4172|cc|1|}}, and was rated at {{convert|250|kW|PS bhp|0|abbr=on|}} at 6,600 rpm, producing {{convert|420|Nm|0||abbr=on}} of torque at 3,400 rpm. It satisfied the European Union EU3 emissions standard, and was managed by a Bosch Motronic ME 7.1.1 electronic engine control unit (ECU) with manifold-sited sequential fuel injection, mapped direct ignition with eight individual spark coils, Bosch longlife spark plugs, four heated lambda sensors and two catalytic converters, cylinder-selective knock control and a Bosch "E-Gas" drive by wire throttle. The engine was cooled with the aid of two electric cooling fans, replacing the single viscous fan of earlier models.

An oil-cooled six-speed manual transmission (parts code: 01E, identification code: EEY) was standard, with gear ratios as follows: 1st: 3.500, 2nd: 1.889, 3rd: 1.320, 4th: 1.034, 5th: 0.857, 6th: 0.730; final drive: 4.111. An optional ZF 5HP24A five-speed tiptronic automatic transmission was also available (parts code: 01L, identification codes: EFN [Sept 99-May 1], FBD [June 00-onwards]) with gear ratios as follows: 1st: 3.571, 2nd: 2.200, 3rd: 1.508, 4th: 1.000, 5th: 0.803; and final drive ratio: 2.909). The automatic included steering wheel mounted paddle shifters, and a "Dynamic Shift Program" (DSP) for improved gear selection based on driving conditions.(paddle shift optional) Torsen T-1 based dynamic quattro permanent four-wheel drive was also standard. Both front and rear axles utilised "Electronic Differential Lock" (EDL), which is a function of the Bosch ESP 5.7 Electronic Stability Programme.

Compared to its A6 sibling, the suspension on the S6 was stiffened and lowered by {{convert|10|mm|2|abbr=on}}, and utilised gas-pressurised shock absorbers.

ZF rack and pinion "servotronic" speed-sensitive power steering was standard.

Brakes consisted of radially vented brake discs front and rear. The fronts are sized at {{convert|321|mm|2|abbr=on}} diameter by {{convert|30|mm|2|abbr=on}} thick, and are clamped by Lucas HP2 two-piston calipers. At the rear, the discs are {{convert|269|mm|2|abbr=on}} by {{convert|22|mm|2|abbr=on}}, and use a Lucas single-piston sliding caliper.

Bosch ESP 5.7 Electronic Stability Programme, with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Brake Assist, and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) completed the brake system.

Wheels are 8Jx17" cast alloy "Avus" 6-spoke alloy wheels, with 255/40 ZR17 tyres.

File:Audi S6 4B Interieur.JPG

The body panels were largely based on the Audi A6 4.2 model, with slightly flared wheel arches and door sills, with the bonnet (hood) and front wings being constructed from aluminium. Other features included S6 badging, bolstered seats (optional Recaro seats), polished aluminium exterior door mirror housings, unique front grille, and rear bootlid/tailgate spoiler.

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A higher performance Audi RS 6 was also available from 2002 to 2004. It was built by Audi's high performance private subsidiary quattro GmbH. It used a twin-turbo ("biturbo") version of the 4.2-litre V8 engine (identification code: BCY). Power output was {{convert|331|kW|PS bhp|0|abbr=on|}} at 5,700 to 6,400 rpm, and torque was {{convert|560|Nm|0||abbr=on}} from 1,950 to 5,600 rpm. The only transmission was a five-speed tiptronic automatic.

Wheels and tyres were upgraded to {{nowrap|255/40 ZR18 99Y XL}}, or {{nowrap|255/35 ZR19 96Y XL}} (5/15 arm design), and there was the "Dynamic Ride Control" (DRC) system available for the suspension, which featured diagonally interlinked shock absorbers to give better body control during extreme cornering, acceleration and braking. Compared to the standard S6, the suspension was lowered by {{convert|20|mm|2|abbr=on}}. The brake discs were ventilated and upgraded to {{convert|365|mm|2|abbr=on}} at the front and {{convert|335|mm|2|abbr=on}} at the rear.

It can accelerate from 0-{{convert|100|km/h|1|abbr=on}} in 4.6 seconds. 0-{{convert|200|km/h|1|abbr=on}} times are 16.6 seconds for the saloon and 16.8 seconds for the Avant.{{-}}

{{Infobox automobile

| name = Third generation (C6/4F)

| image = AudiS6av.JPG

| caption = Audi S6 (C6)

| aka =

| production = 2005–2011

| designer =

| platform = Volkswagen Group C6

| related = Audi C6 A6,
Audi C6 RS6

| engine = 5.2 L V10 FSI 40v DOHC

| transmission = 6-speed ZF 6HP26 tiptronic automatic

| wheelbase = {{convert|2843|mm|1|abbr=on}}

| length = saloon: {{convert|4916|mm|1|abbr=on}},
Avant: {{convert|4933|mm|1|abbr=on}}

| width = {{convert|1864|mm|1|abbr=on}}

| height = saloon: {{convert|1449|mm|1|abbr=on}},
Avant: {{convert|1453|mm|1|abbr=on}}

| weight = saloon: {{convert|1910|kg|1|abbr=on}},
Avant: {{convert|1970|kg|1|abbr=on}}

| sp = uk

| predecessor =

| successor =

}}

File:Audi S6 C6 rear 2010 0514.jpg

File:2007 Audi S6 Avant.JPG

The Audi S6 5.2 FSI quattro (Typ 4F) was introduced at the 2006 North American International Auto Show in January.

The performance version of the C6 Audi A6, the S6 uses the Volkswagen Group C6 platform, and is available in saloon/sedan and Avant (estate/wagon) bodystyles. Factory production started in June 2006. A facelifted version of the S6 was released in late 2008 for the 2009 model year.{{cite web |last=Carter |first=Marc |url=http://www.thetorquereport.com/2008/08/2009_audi_a6_unveiled.html |title=2009 Audi A6 and S6 Unveiled with a Facelift and More Power |publisher=The Torque Report |date=2008-08-11 |access-date=2011-07-17 |archive-date=2011-09-20 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110920092444/http://www.thetorquereport.com/2008/08/2009_audi_a6_unveiled.html |url-status=dead }} In 2010, the S6 gained Audi's third-generation MMI electronics controller and real-time traffic information.{{cite web|author=Prestige quattro |url=http://www.edmunds.com/audi/s6/2010/#fullreview |title=2010 Audi S6 |publisher=Edmunds.com |access-date=2012-03-31}}

File:Audi S6 Engine.JPG]]

The engine in the C6 S6 is an even firing all-aluminium alloy {{convert|5204|cc|1|abbr=on}} Fuel Stratified Injection (FSI) 40-valve (four valves per cylinder) 90° V10 (parts code: 07L, identification code: BXA). This engine is often referred to as a derivative of Lamborghini's 5.0-litre V10, but with longer stroke and wider bore to provide additional low end torque for use in the heavier sedan. The cylinder spacing is 90mm compared to 88mm for the Lamborghini engine. The V10 is based on the Audi 4.2-litre V8 engine. It produces {{convert|320|kW|PS bhp|0|abbr=on|}} at 6,800 rpm and {{convert|540|Nm|0||abbr=on}} of torque from 3,000 to 4,000 rpm. It uses twin chain-driven double overhead camshafts with variable valve timing for both intake and exhaust valves. The engine is managed by a Bosch Motronic MED 9.1 electronic engine control unit (ECU), which controls the mapped direct ignition, ten individual spark coils, common rail cylinder-direct sequential multi-point fuel injection, and drive-by-wire throttle.

File:2007 Audi S6 Avant Interior.JPG

A ZF 6HP26 six-speed tiptronic automatic transmission (parts code: 09E, identification codes: JBW, JMS, KHD, JLL) (gear ratios - 1st: 4.171, 2nd: 2.340, 3rd: 1.521, 4th: 1.143, 5th: 0.867, 6th: 0.691), with steering wheel-mounted "paddle-shifters" is the only transmission available. Torsen-based quattro permanent four-wheel drive - initially with the T-1 symmetrical differential, and from 2007 model year with the latest 40:60 front:rear asymmetric/dynamic Torsen T-3 differential, is standard. The final drive ratio is 3.801. Traction is assisted "Electronic Differential Lock" (EDL) and "Anti-Slip Regulation" (ASR) (commonly known as traction control system) - both functions of the Bosch ESP 8.0 Electronic Stability Programme.

The same engine is used in the Audi D3 S8, but in a higher state of tune where it develops {{convert|331|kW|PS bhp|0|abbr=on}}, as the S6 is not to be positioned above the S8 in output.{{cite web|first=Ray |last=Hutton |url=http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/car/06q3/2007_audi_s6-first_drive_review |title=2007 Audi S6 - First Drive Review - Car Reviews |work=Car and Driver |date=July 2006 |access-date=2012-03-31}} With the discontinuation of the S8 5.2 FSI after the 2009 model year and the RS 6 5.0 TFSI in late 2010, the S6 5.2 FSI and R8 5.2 FSI were the remaining Audi vehicles that have V10 engines. The S6 5.2 FSI was discontinued after the 2011 model year, shortly before the release of the 2012 Audi A6 (C7).

For the sprint from rest to {{convert|100|km/h|1}}, the S6 saloon takes 5.2 seconds, with the quarter mile passing in 13.5 seconds.{{cite web|url=http://www.jbcarpages.com/audi/a6/2007/specs/|title=2007 Audi S6 Specifications|work=JB car pages}} Top speed is electronically limited to {{convert|250|km/h|1}}. However a test by Edmunds found that the S6 takes 5.7-seconds to reach {{convert|60|mph|km/h||abbr=on}}, a full second or so behind the BMW M5 and Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG (which are the S6's closest competitors in North America, since the RS6 is not sold there), and that the 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TFSI (a supercharged 3.0L V6) has almost equivalent performance to the S6 5.2 FSI. Yet, in a 2007 track test by [http://www.roadandtrack.com/car-reviews/road-test-updates/2007-audi-s6-1 Road & Track], the C6 S6 went from {{convert|0|-|60|mph|km/h||abbr=on}} in 5.1 seconds, while it covered the quarter-mile in 13.5 seconds. Despite its heft at 4,500 pounds, the S6 has quick reflexes and agility, with the assistance of Audi's quattro system.{{cite web|url=http://usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/cars-trucks/Audi_S6/ |title=2010 Audi S6 Reviews, Pictures and Prices | U.S. News Best Cars |publisher=Usnews.rankingsandreviews.com |access-date=2012-03-31 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120323185936/http://usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/cars-trucks/Audi_S6/ |archive-date=2012-03-23 }}

The brakes consist of radially ventilated discs front and rear. The fronts are sized at {{convert|385|mm|2|abbr=on}} in diameter by {{convert|36|mm|3|abbr=on}} thick, and are clamped by gloss black painted Continental Teves two-piston sliding calipers. The rear discs are {{convert|330|mm|2|abbr=on}} by {{convert|22|mm|3|abbr=on}} thick, and use gloss black Girling-TRW single piston sliding calipers with an integrated electro-mechanical parking brake.

A Bosch ESP 8.0 Electronic Stability Programme, with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Brake Assist, and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) completed the brake system.

Standard alloy wheels consist of 9Jx19" cast aluminium alloy "5-arm wing design", fitted with Continental SportContact2 265/35 ZR19 tyres. An optional 8½Jx18" cast alloy "S design" with 255/40 ZR18 tyres (either Continental SportContact2 or Bridgestone Potenza RE050A) are also available. A direct-acting Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) is also standard.

The S6 features two rows of five distinctive LED daytime running lamps (DRLs) along each side of the front bumper air intakes which indicates the 10-cylinder engine as a point of differentiation from other A6 models. Bi-Xenon high-intensity discharge (HID) adaptive headlights which swivel around corners complement the LED DRLs.

{{main|Audi RS 6}}

As with the previous generation, this C6 platform also generated an RS 6 version available for the model years 2008 to 2010, again developed and produced by quattro GmbH. This version of the RS6 included a 5.0-litre ({{convert|4991|cc|1|}}) even firing 90° V10 twin-turbocharged ("biturbo"), Fuel Stratified Injection (FSI) V10 engine, which produced {{convert|580|PS|kW bhp|0|abbr=on|}} and {{convert|650|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on}}. Available in both Avant and saloon bodystyles, it was Audi's single most powerful car.Audi UK - The New Audi RS6 - Pricing and Specification Guide, Edition 1. 02/08Audi UK - Audi RS6 - Pricing and Specification Guide, Edition 2. 05/08{{When|date=October 2018}} Official performance figures for acceleration from 0-{{convert|100|km/h|1|abbr=on}} are 4.6 seconds for the Avant and 4.5 seconds for the saloon.{{-}}

{{Infobox automobile

| name = Fourth generation (C7/4G)

| image = Audi S6 Avant (C7) – Frontansicht, 7. September 2013, Münster.jpg

| caption = Audi S6 Avant (C7)

| aka =

| production = 2012–2018

| predecessor =

| successor =

| platform = Volkswagen Group C7

| engine = 4.0 L V8 DOHC Biturbo

| transmission = 7-speed dual-clutch transmission S tronic

| wheelbase = {{convert|114.7|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}

| length = {{convert|195.9|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
{{convert|4942|mm|in|0|abbr=on}} (Avant)

| width = {{convert|75.8|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}

| height = {{convert|56.4|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}
{{convert|1436|mm|in|0|abbr=on}} (Avant)

| weight =

| body_style = 4-door sedan,
5-door Avant (estate/wagon)

| related = Audi C7 A6

| designer =

| sp = uk

}}

The Audi S6 4.0 TFSI quattro and its mechanical twin S7 were launched as a 2013 models, a year after the C7 Audi A6 and Audi A7 were released.

The Audi S6 and S7 are powered by a 4.0L DOHC twin-turbo V8 engine mated to a 7-speed S-tronic Double Clutch Gearbox. This engine makes {{convert|420|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on|}} and {{convert|406|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} of torque, plus there is a cylinder-on-demand system and a stop-start system for improved fuel economy.{{cite web|url=https://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe-drive/new-cars/reviews/2013-audi-s6s7-heroic-and-hedonistic/article2412971/|title=2013 Audi S6/S7: Heroic and hedonistic|work=The Globe and Mail|access-date=14 July 2015}} This was later upgraded to {{convert|450|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on|}} for 2016. The 2013 Audi A8 shares the same engine, while the 2012 Audi S8 has a variant of the powerplant in a higher state of tune making {{convert|520|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on|}} and {{convert|479|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} of torque, both mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission.{{cite web|url=http://www.eurotuner.com/news/eurp_1108_new_tfsi_v8_2012_audi_s6_s7_s8/index.html|archive-url=https://archive.today/20120729155743/http://www.eurotuner.com/news/eurp_1108_new_tfsi_v8_2012_audi_s6_s7_s8/index.html|url-status=dead|archive-date=July 29, 2012|title=New 520hp 4.0 TFSI V8 for 2012 Audi S6, S7, and S8 - Frankfurt Auto Show - Eurotuner Magazine|date=30 August 2011|work=SuperStreetOnline|access-date=14 July 2015}} Higher output versions of this 4.0L DOHC twin-turbo V8 engine are found in the 2013 Audi RS6, 2013 Audi RS7, and 2016 Audi S8 Plus.

The V8 performance option for the regular Audi A6, found in the 2004-11 Audi A6 4.2 FSI, was discontinued and the S6 took over as the engine upgrade.[http://www.roadandtrack.com/2013-audi-s7] The S6 thus compared more closely with the BMW 550i{{cite web|url=http://www.whatcar.com/car-news/2012-audi-s6-review/262314 |title=2012 Audi S6 review updated |access-date=14 July 2015 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120522081653/http://www.whatcar.com/car-news/2012-audi-s6-review/262314 |archive-date=22 May 2012 }}{{cite web|url=http://blogs.cars.com/kickingtires/2011/09/new-audi-s6-s7-and-s8-first-look.html|title=New Audi S6, S7 and S8: First Look|work=Cars.com|access-date=14 July 2015|archive-date=2 September 2011|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110902140038/http://blogs.cars.com/kickingtires/2011/09/new-audi-s6-s7-and-s8-first-look.html|url-status=dead}} and Mercedes-Benz E550, which also used twin-turbo V8 engines and had available all-wheel drive.

UK sales began in May, with a starting price of £53,995 for the saloon, and £56,050 for the Avant.

File:Audi S6, IAA 2011, Frankfurt am Main (DSC03308).jpg|Audi S6 (C7) Front

File:Silver Audi S6 C7 rr IAA 2011 (DSC03304).jpg|Audi S6 (C7) Rear

File:2014 Audi S6 Avant C7 Typ 4G V8 4.0 TFSI S tronic quattro Facelift Cockpit Interieur Innenraum Arrasrot.jpg|Interior

File:2014 Audi S6 Avant C7 Typ 4G V8 4.0 TFSI S tronic quattro Facelift Motorraum.jpg|Engine bay

File:2013 Audi S6 (8404415948).jpg|S6 with Adaptive cruise control radars

File:Audi S6 Avant (C7) – Heckansicht, 7. September 2013, Münster.jpg|Audi S6 Avant (C7)

Audi unveiled the 2015 S6 facelift in November 2014. Changes include:

• Styling tweaks to the car's exterior, engine line-up, transmission.
• Latest Multi Media Interface modular infotainment platform (faster Nvidia Tegra 3 processor, improved graphics) including handwriting recognition.File:Audi S6 in Salon International de l’auto de Montréal 2015.jpg
• Audi connect telematics with 4G mobile internet (and mobile updates for the navigation map).
• Adaptive glare-free Matrix LED headlights.
• Improved Night Vision Assistant can now recognize animals.
• Both TFSI and all three TDI engines now meet the Euro 6 emission standard.

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{{Infobox automobile

| name = Fifth generation (C8)

| image = Audi S6 Avant C8 IMG 1974.jpg

| caption = Audi S6 Avant (C8)

| aka =

| production = 2018–present

| predecessor = S6 C7

| successor =

| platform = MLB Evo

| engine = 3.0 L V6 Turbo diesel (Europe)
2.9 L V6 Twin-Turbo petrol (outside Europe)

| transmission = 8-speed automatic Tiptronic

| wheelbase =

| length = {{convert|4954|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| width = {{convert|1886|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| height = {{convert|1445|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| weight = {{convert|2035|kg|lb|1|abbr=on}}

| body_style = 4-door sedan,
5-door Avant (estate/wagon)

| related = Audi C8 A6

| designer =

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The Audi S6 C8 is powered by a 2.9 litre twin-turbo V6 TFSI gasoline engine, producing {{convert|331|kW|PS bhp|0|lk=on|abbr=on}} and {{convert|600|Nm|0|lk=on|abbr=on}} of torque, allowing the car to reach 60 mph in just 4.4 seconds. The engine is boosted by a 48V belt alternator/starter mild-hybrid system, which can recover up to 9.4 bhp (7 kW).

European models went on sale in summer 2019 and feature a 3.0 litre turbo-diesel V6 producing {{convert|253|kW|PS bhp|0|lk=on|abbr=on}} and {{convert|700|Nm|0|lk=on|abbr=on}} of torque, accelerating the car to 60 mph in 5.1 seconds. The car has a drag coefficient of 0.29.{{Cite web|title=Agility for the long haul: three S TDI models with electric powered compressor|url=https://www.audi-mediacenter.com:443/en/press-releases/agility-for-the-long-haul-three-s-tdi-models-with-electric-powered-compressor-11482|access-date=2022-02-06|website=Audi MediaCenter|language=en}}{{cite web | url=https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/audi/s6/ | title=New Audi S6 review: A diesel revelation | CAR Magazine }}{{cite web | url=https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2019/04/17/audi-swaps-petrol-for-mild-hybrid-diesel-in-new-s5-s6-and-s7 | title=Audi swaps petrol for mild-hybrid diesel in new S5, S6 and S7 }}

Both engines feature an electric supercharger or compressor, originally debuted on a diesel powered V8 in 2016 Audi SQ7 TDI. The 2.9 TFSI is the only Audi AG petrol engine known to have an electric supercharger.

File:Audi S6 C8 at IAA 2019 IMG 0305.jpg|Audi S6 front

File:Audi S6 C8 at IAA 2019 IMG 0302.jpg|Audi S6 rear

File:Audi S6 Avant Monrepos 2019 IMG 1874.jpg|Audi S6 Avant front

File:Audi S6 Avant Monrepos 2019 IMG 1881.jpg|Audi S6 Avant rear

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• [https://archive.today/20130419184212/http://www.audi.co.uk/s6 Audi UK S6 official website]
• [https://www.carsized.com Audi S6 Avant dimensions]

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