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2017 Audi A6

The 2017 Audi A6 is a midsize car, rated at 28 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.

2017 Audi A6
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Combined MPG
28
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$56,000
Recalls
3

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Model year2017
Vehicle classMidsize Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG24
Highway MPG34
Combined MPG28
CO₂ tailpipe317 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2750

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
A628 MPG combined
A6 quattro24 MPG combined
A6 quattro25 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City24 MPG
Highway34 MPG
Combined28 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

A628 MPG
Class average36.9 MPG

About 24% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$986/mo
Amount financed
$50,400
Total interest
$8,768
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5-year fuel cost
$7,179

$1,436/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG28
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (3)

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL19V035000 · 2019-01-16

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.

    Remedy: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.

  • AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION18V370000 · 2018-06-04

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) control module to malfunction.

    Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.

  • SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER16V955000 · 2016-12-29

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2017 Audi A7, A4, A6, Volkswagen Golf and Tiguan vehicles and 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf vehicles for driver frontal air bags, passenger frontal air bags or head air bags that may not deploy properly. Additionally, certain 2017 Audi Q7, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, and 2018 Audi Q5 vehicles are being recalled because the seat belt pretensioners may not activate properly.

    Remedy: Volkswagen and Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bags and seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. The recall began April 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2017 Audi A6?

The 2017 Audi A6 is EPA-rated at 28 MPG combined (24 city / 34 highway).

Is the 2017 Audi A6 reliable?

NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2017 Audi A6. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2017 Audi A6?

The 2017 Audi A6 earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2017 Audi A6?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2017 Audi A6 costs roughly $1,436 per year to fuel, or about $7,179 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2017 Audi A6?

The 2017 Audi A6 is classified as a midsize car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC