For new car shoppers who feel paralyzed by choice, the Audi A6 offers everything a luxury sedan should have in one package.
The redesigned 2026 Audi A6 marks the ninth generation of midsize luxury sedans from Ingolstadt, Germany. While it shares a name and some tech features with the Audi A6 e-tron introduced for the 2025 model year, the gasoline A6 is an otherwise different vehicle based on the same Premium Platform Combustion (PPC) as the A5 sedan and Q5 crossover. A redesign was certainly needed as most other midsize luxury sedans—specifically the BMW 5 Series and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class—were renewed more recently, and we haven’t had a genuinely new A6 since the 2020 model year.
Verdict: On paper, the A6 looks like more of a premium product than before, but it doesn’t feel that way from behind the wheel, and the tech is a work in progress.
4.6 Overall rating
(225 reviews)Customers say
The Audi A6 has consistently impressed owners across various model years with its blend of luxury, performance, and advanced technology. Reviewers particularly love the comfortable interiors, powerful engines, and smooth handling, making it a joy to drive for long distances. However, many have raised concerns about high maintenance costs and occasional performance issues, such as sluggish acceleration in some models. Overall, the A6 is favored for its reliable performance and luxurious features, though some drivers wish for improved cost efficiency.
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What people say
Nice features, luxury seats, comfortable, smooth ride. Price was affordable. Looked at A7.
Audi A6 FAQs
Is the Audi A6 a good car?
CarGurus experts gave the 2026 Audi A6 an overall rating of 7/10 and Audi A6 owners have rated the vehicle a 4.6/5 stars on average. If a vehicle has both strong expert and owner reviews, you can feel confident in its quality. If either expert reviews, owner reviews, or both are spotty, you might want to do some research to figure out where the car falls short.
Is the Audi A6 safe?
CarGurus experts gave the 2026 Audi A6 a safety rating of 6/10.