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2011 Audi A6 at Australian International Motor Show 2011

By Tim Beissmann |

The all-new 2011 Audi A6 is now on sale following its unveiling at the 2011 Australian International Motor Show in Melbourne.

The seven-generation A6, which was revealed to the world exactly seven months ago, has been completely revised inside and out, and features a range of new fuel efficient engines.

Audi Australia has launched the A6 with the three higher-end models: the 2.8 FSI, 3.0 TDI and the 3.0 TFSI. In the fourth quarter of 2011, Audi will introduce two entry-level front-wheel drive four-cylinder variants – one petrol and one diesel.

The 2.8-litre FSI petrol engine produces 150kW of power and 280Nm of torque. Combined cycle fuel consumption is a tidy enough 8.0 litres/100km.

The larger 3.0-litre TFSI petrol engine pumps up the power to 220kW and 440Nm. The sprint from 0-100km/h is all over in 5.5 seconds, while combined cycle fuel consumption is only marginally higher than the 2.8 FSI at 8.2 litres/100km.

The only diesel available from launch is the 3.0-litre TDI. It produces 180kW and 500Nm of torque, yet combined cycle consumption is kept to an impressively low 6.0 litres/100km.

All three models come standard with Audi quattro all-wheel drive, a seven-speed S tronic dual-clutch transmission, engine start-stop system and brake energy recovery, and Audi drive select dynamic handling system.

Prices have increased over their respective models from the previous range – 2.8 FSI up $100, 3.0 TDI up $6000, 3.0 TFSI up $7000 – although all three remain cheaper than their direct BMW 5 Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class rivals.

At 4920mm long (wheelbase 2910mm), 1870mm wide and 1460mm tall, the new A6 is slightly shorter and lower than the outgoing model, but is wider and has a longer wheelbase. The luggage compartment is 530 litres.

The new dimensions translate to a more spacious and open interior feel. The high-quality interior features a number of new standard luxuries including layered-wood veneer panels, ‘deluxe’ climate control, the latest-generation MMI radio operating system and touchpad with numeral and letter recognition.

Higher-end options and features include Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System, head-up display, night vision and lane assist.

2011 Audi A6 manufacturer’s list prices (excluding government and dealer charges):

  • 2.8 FSI quattro – $93,900
  • 3.0 TDI quattro – $116,500
  • 3.0 TFSI quattro – $121,500

Overseas model shown. Live pictures from Melbourne coming soon. Stay tuned.


 

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  • Vibe

    Really would have thought that pop up screens are outdated.

  • Octavian

    For that price, the A6 or even the A7 looks much more appealing from the rear.

  • F1MotoGP

    If you after fuel economy there is a new A6 3.0TDi in EU.
    V6 with CVT 150kW but 400Nm from 1250 rpm and city fuel economy is 6 liter per 100 km!!

  • Chucky

    That pricing is ridiculous. The A6 was a big ripoff with it’s old pricing, and now they decide to put prices up even further when the Australian dollar is doing so well?

    In that case the A6 will continue to be an unpopular car compared to it’s rivals, with very poor resale value.

    • Dingleberry

      From what I can tell the pricing is fairly aligned with Merc E Series and BMW 5 Series prices

      • o

        Still cheaper than the 5 and E, especially when you get quattro.

  • Jono Hoang

    The A4, A6 and A8 look too similar to each other. Especially the 6 and 8. I don’t believe they have differentiated their models enough.

    • Scott

      I agree they look very similar. In fact, with the new styling the A6 looks a lot like an enlarged A4!

      Still a very beautiful car IMHO.

  • Chucky

    Australians are not willing to pay as much for an Audi as they do for a BMW or Mercedes, so you would expect it to be cheaper. However they should not be increasing their prices just because the others do it, given how much more Australians pay than people in other countries.

    The Jaguar XF is an arguably better car than the A6, however it is competitively priced and you get more bang for your buck.

  • Shak

    Every time i see the Bang & Olufsen tweeters pop out of the dash of an Audi, i get chills down my spine.

  • pinkie ponk

    in the UK 3.0 diesel quattro tiptronic – AUS$ 61,888 on the road, including 20% VAT – we are ripped off again – don’t let them get away with it