In the 2019 Audi A6, a 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine is standard on Premium and Premium plus versions, and a performance-oriented 3.0L turbocharged V-6 engine is offered as an option on base trims and as standard on the Prestige variant. The 4-cylinder unit belts out 248 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque, while the V-6 produces 335 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. Both the options are coupled to a 7-Speed DCT which does its job well. The car rides great with the DCT and is always on the higher and more efficient gears. A mild-hybrid system has been implemented beginning this year by including a 48-Volt starter/alternator. Although it doesn’t assist directly it helps the car in stop-and-go traffic and restarting the engine, it helps in improving peak power performance and to an extent even the efficiency.
With an all-wheel-drive system, the car manages to do 0-60mph in 5.6 seconds and does a quarter-mile in 13.2 seconds. The 2.0L engine feels quite refined and shows enough power to pass on the highways, while the V-6 is more vigorous and provides a lot more mid-range torque. Those who aren't satisfied with this performance can always upgrade to the V6.
Models
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2019 Audi A6
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2019 BMW 5-Series
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2019 Mercedes Benz E-Class
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2019 Jaguar XF
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MSRP
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$54,100
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$55,700
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$53,500
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$52,965
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Engine
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2.0L Intercooled Turbo I-4
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2.0L Intercooled Turbo I-4
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2.0L Intercooled Turbo I-4
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2.0L Intercooled Turbo I-4
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Drivetrain
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AWD
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AWD
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AWD
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AWD
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Transmission
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7-Speed DCT
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8 Speed Automatic
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9-Speed Automatic
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8-Speed Automatic
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Power
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248 hp @ 5000 RPM
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248 hp @ 5,200 RPM
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241 hp @ 5,500 RPM
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247 hp @ 5,500 RPM
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Torque
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273 lb-ft @ 1,600RPM
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258 lb-ft @ 1,450RPM
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273 lb-ft @ 1,300 RPM
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269 lb-ft. @ 1,300 RPM
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0-60 MPH (seconds)
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5.6
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6
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6.3
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5.7
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Quarter-Mile (seconds)
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14
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13.5
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13.3
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15.9
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Top-Speed (MPH)
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155
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155
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155
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121
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When it comes to base powertrain options, the Audi and its competitors are neck and neck, with all three having identical powertrain options and similar torque and power ratings. Although RWD is standard on both the BMW and Mercedes-Benz, AWD is available as an option. When you look at the above chart, A6 is the fastest of the lot covering the 0-60MPH in just 5.6 seconds followed by the 2019 Jaguar XF, 2019 5-Series, 2019 E-Class taking 5.7, 6, and 6.3 seconds, respectively. In the quarter-mile run, however, the Jaguar and Audi fall below their competitors.
How well does the 2019 Audi A6 Sedan handle?
With AWD as standard across the line-up, the 2019 Audi A6 handles almost all conditions very smoothly. In fact, Audi has put up a new feature from this year that disengages power to the rear wheels in order to save fuel when it’s not necessary. Other than that, the ride is very smooth like you’d expect from a luxury sedan; going through corners is sharp and bumps go unnoticed on the inside.
To shorten the turning radius, Audi's rear-wheel steering system moves the rear axle in the opposite direction of the front axle. The "Quattro ultra," set up on the car can distribute torque to the front or rear wheels—or all four—depending on the demand and drive mode. In the comfort mode, the setup reduces throttle sensitivity and steering weight for a smoother ride while the sportier mode will send power to all wheels and has a tighter steering feel.
Braking Performance
Audi has installed 13.3-inch and 13-inch rotors at the front and rear, correspondingly, to bring this massive 4,101-pound car to a stop, and they do wonderfully. In less than 110 feet, the 2019 A6 comes to a complete stop from 60 MPH. The car feels safe and confident to navigate about thanks to standard safety measures such as ABS and an automatic braking system.
Models
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2019 Audi A6
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2019 BMW 5-Series
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2019 Mercedes Benz E-Class
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2019 Jaguar XF
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Brake Rotors: Front (inches)
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13.3
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11.6
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12.7
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12.8
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Brake Rotors: Rear (inches)
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13
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11.7
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11.8
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12.8
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Curb Weight (lbs)
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4,101
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3,790
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3,935
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3,695
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60-0MPH (feet)
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109
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116
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106
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116
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Despite being by far the heaviest of the bunch, the Audi isn't the slowest to come to a stop. Due to its bigger rotor size, it does, however, outperform both the BMW and the Jaguar that take 116 ft. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class takes the lead in the segment with a braking distance of 106 feet despite its small brake rotors that measure 12.7 and 11.8 inches at the front and rear, respectively.