2018 Audi S6 Prices, Reviews & Vehicle Overview

2018 Audi S6 Overview

The Audi S6 is the performance version of the mid-size A6 sedan, offering more power and sportier handling than the standard car. Where other performance sedans can be flashy and loud, bragging about their performance to everyone, the S6 is more sedate in its appearance, preferring to walk softly and carry a big stick (or engine in this case). This makes it a great choice for those looking for incognito speed and reserved style.

What's New for 2018

There are no significant changes to the S6 for 2018.

Choosing Your Audi S6

The Audi S6 is powered by a beast of an engine, a 4.0-liter supercharged V8 that puts out 450 horsepower and 406 pound-feet of torque. When that power is combined with Quattro all-wheel drive and Audi’s fantastic DSG gearbox (a fast-shifting seven-speed dual-clutch transmission), the S6 can hit 60 mph in just 4.4 seconds according to Audi, although many have noted in practice it will actually manage the sprint in less than four seconds, which is supercar fast.

It’s not just fast in a straight line either. The sport suspension and all-wheel drive allow the S6 to maintain a supreme amount of grip in the corners. The Quattro all-wheel-drive system also works great in less-than ideal conditions, such as rain and snow.

Inside, the S6 is well equipped and has a luxurious, yet sporty interior. Audis are typically staid in their design, and the S6 is no exception. It’s also important to note that the S6 is getting a bit long in the tooth at this point, so the infotainment system can feel dated, especially compared with the Virtual Cockpit systems on newer Audi models like the S3, S4, and TT.

The S6 starts as the $72,875 (including a $975 destination fee) Premium Plus and is equipped to a degree befitting of that price tag. It comes standard with LED headlights, diamond-stitched leather seats, a sport steering wheel, heated seats, navigation and some pre-crash active safety features. A $2,500 Prestige Package builds on this equipment list with a heads-up display, LED interior lighting, a parking assist system with a 360-degree camera, window sunshades, and a power trunk.

Regardless of whether you go with the base S6 or the Prestige Package, option packages include the $500 Cold Weather Package that adds heat to the rear seats and steering wheel, the $2,000 Driver Assistance Package with lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high beams, and the $3,900 S Sport Package that adds dynamic steering, a sport rear differential, and a sport exhaust. There’s also the $1,850 Comfort Seating Package, which adds ventilated and massaging front seats.

Audi also has two appearance packages, the $750 20” Black Optic Package that adds unique wheels and high-gloss external black trim, and the $1,250 Arras Red Audi Design Selection which has carbon twill red inlays on the interior trim. There’s also the option to add an black Alcantara headliner for $3,000, and you can get Audi to paint your car a special color for $3,900.

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The differences between the base Premium Plus and the Prestige are minor in quantity and in price, so you’re probably best off with the base trim. The S Sport Package does add mechanical improvements to take this sporty sedan to the next level, so it may be worth the premium. We’d also be interested in the Comfort Seating Package for the updated seats. On the other hand, you may want to hold off on buying an S6 – a new version is likely right around the corner.

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2018 Audi S6 Review

The luxury sports sedan market is chock-full with upscale German metal from BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar, and Audi. The latter has its iconic S6 sedan that bolts an untamed V8 to its luxurious mid-size sedan. The 2018 Audi S6’s performance per dollar is unmatched, and its cabin is as upscale as they come, but its exterior is getting a little rusty with age. Can the S6’s great pricing, performance, and comfortable interior overcome its so-last-year duds? Keep reading to find out.

Best Value

The 2018 Audi S6 is available in a pair of trim levels: Premium Plus and Prestige, and both are well-sorted. But the Premium Plus trim offers plenty of standard features, making it the better value of the two. These features include 20-inch wheels, xenon headlights, LED daytime running lights, LED taillights, an adaptive suspension, navigation, and more. If you buy this sports sedan, you might as well embrace its sportiness with the optional S Sport package that adds a few visual touches to the S6 and enhances its steering system for better control.

Model: 2018 Audi S6 Premium Plus
Engine: 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8
Output: 450 hp / 406 lb-ft
Transmission: Seven-speed dual-clutch automatic
Drivetrain: All-wheel drive
Fuel Economy: 16 City / 24 Hwy
Options: S Sport Package ($3,900, Audi Dynamic Steering, Quattro sport rear differential, red brake calipers, sport exhaust with black tips)
Base Price: $72,875 (including a $975 destination charge)
Best Value Price: $76,775

Performance

The 2018 Audi S6 offers performance that few can match in its price range as its 4.0-liter V8 with 450 horsepower sprints this sedan to 60 mph in just 4.3 seconds. Plus, with its standard all-wheel drive, the S6 offers great traction that buyers can further enhance with the sport rear differential in the S Sport Package.

The S6’s tight suspension delivers responsive handling in the corners, and the engine is set deep in the engine compartment to deliver a more balanced weight ratio.

While it handles well, the S6 is nearly two tons of metal and leather, making it a bit of a pig if you approach a turn with too much speed. Also, its steering is quick to respond but also very light, making it too easy to overcorrect yourself.

Style

Audi’s classic and timeless style is clear in the S6, and the German design team kept things toned down despite its great performance.

The S6 wows on the inside, with a cabin that's roomy and filled with premium materials and carbon-fiber touches that add to its sportiness. While it falls short of the BMW 5-Series in trunk space, its 14.1 cubic feet of space is plenty for a road trip.

While Audi’s old design language aged well over the years, it's getting tired. Sure, the sleeper look is cool, but the 2018 S6 shows almost no attitude.

The Best and Worst Things

The S6 pulls off the impossible by offering great performance and tons of luxury at a price point its competitors cannot touch.

That said, its design language is incredibly old and is wearing on buyers and enthusiasts alike.

Right For? Wrong For?

The S6 is the perfect choice for an executive who wants performance and luxury but prefers the sleeper look.

Those looking for the latest in style will find the S6 boring.

The Bottom Line

The 2018 Audi S6 is a great balance of a performance powertrain and luxurious appointments that's unmatched dollar for dollar. But, its aging looks leave buyers desiring a redesign. Fortunately, we should see this new look in 2019 or 2020.

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