2011 Audi A6: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The most important change for the 2011 Audi A6 is that its newer 3G MMI navigation system with real-time traffic is standard across the lineup. This is a light update rather than a redesign.
About the 2011 Audi A6
C6 generation (2005-2011), final U.S. model year before the all-new 2012 redesign.
Audi positions the 2011 A6 as a midsize luxury car that blends clean, understated styling, a high-quality cabin, and confident highway manners. The model’s main draws are strong cabin materials, standard navigation tech for 2011, available wagon practicality, and all-weather confidence on the supercharged V6 and V8 versions thanks to all-wheel drive. Compared with rivals, the A6 leans more on cabin quality, elegant design, and a broad engine range than on flashy styling.
The 3.2 is the straightforward front-wheel-drive sedan, while the 300-hp 3.0T sedan and Avant wagon pair a supercharged V6 with all-wheel drive. The Avant adds a power tailgate and flexible cargo space, while the 4.2 Quattro tops the regular A6 range with a 350-hp V8, a rearview camera, and a 13-speaker Bose audio system.
What changed, by category
2011 Audi A6 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 3.2 Liter | V8, 4.2 Liter | V6, Supercharged, 3.0 Liter | V6, Supercharged, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, CVT Multitronic | Auto, 6-Spd OD Tiptronic | Auto, 6-Spd OD Tiptronic | Auto, 6-Spd OD Tiptronic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 21 mpg | 16 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 30 mpg | 24 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg |
| Horsepower | 265 hp | 350 hp | 300 hp | 300 hp |
| Torque | 243 lb-ft | 325 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 15.9 cu-ft | 15.9 cu-ft | 15.9 cu-ft | 33.9 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.9 in | 36.9 in | 36.9 in | 36.9 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Headlights | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic Leveling Headlights | ||||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| HID Headlights | ||||
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Memory Front Seats | ||||
| Memory Steering Wheel | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2011 Audi A6?
The biggest change is standard 3G MMI navigation with real-time traffic across the entire 2011 A6 lineup. It was the main technology upgrade for the year.
Is the 2011 Audi A6 a redesigned model?
No, the 2011 Audi A6 is not redesigned. It is the final U.S. model year of the C6 generation, with the same basic platform, engines, transmissions, and body styles as before; the full redesign arrives for 2012.
How is the 2011 Audi A6 different from the 2010 model?
The 2011 A6 makes 3G MMI navigation with real-time traffic and the S line exterior package standard across the lineup. Premium Plus models also gain standard rear parking sensors, and Prestige models gain a standard rearview camera.
Did the 2011 Audi A6 get any engine changes?
No, the 2011 Audi A6 carries over its 3.2-liter V6, supercharged 3.0T V6, and 4.2-liter V8 engines. Its transmissions and body styles also remain unchanged.
Is the 2011 Audi A6 worth choosing over the 2010 model?
The 2011 A6 is the more appealing choice if standard navigation, real-time traffic information, S line exterior styling, or upgraded parking aids matter to you. Otherwise, its underlying platform, engines, transmissions, and body styles are largely the same as the 2010 model.