2013 Audi S6: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for 2013 is a full redesign: the Audi S6 returns after skipping 2012 as an all-new C7-generation sedan. Its new formula centers on a 420-hp twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic.
About the 2013 Audi S6
4th generation S6 sedan (C7/4G), first US model year for this generation after the S6 skipped the 2012 model year.
Audi positions the S6 as a stealthy high-performance luxury sedan: strong V8 power, all-wheel-drive traction, and advanced cabin tech without the louder visual treatment of some rivals. The core appeal is that it can be very quick and engaging, yet still feel polished and comfortable for everyday commuting or long highway drives. Compared with rivals, Audi leans into understated styling, a richly finished interior, secure road manners, and a technology-heavy cockpit.
Audi positioned the sole Prestige trim as a fast but understated luxury sedan with standard all-wheel drive, a sport rear differential, and adaptive air suspension. It also has navigation with an 8-inch display and handwriting touchpad, four-zone climate control, parking sensors, a rearview camera, and S-specific styling with four exhaust outlets.
What changed, by category
2013 Audi S6 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 7-Spd S tronic |
| Drivetrain | Quattro AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 17 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 27 mpg |
| Horsepower | 420 hp |
| Torque | 406 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 14.1 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 37.4 in |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Lane Departure Warning | |
| Rear View Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| Fog Lights | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Power Moonroof | |
| Rear Spoiler | |
| Roof Rails | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Push-Button Engine Start | |
| Ventilated Front Seats | |
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2013 Audi S6 a new generation?
Yes. The 2013 S6 is the first US model year of the fourth-generation C7 sedan, and it returns after the S6 skipped the 2012 model year.
What engine does the 2013 Audi S6 have?
The 2013 Audi S6 has a 420-hp twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 with cylinder deactivation. It is paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic and standard all-wheel drive.
How does the 2013 S6 differ from the previous S6?
The 2013 S6 replaces the previous model’s 5.2-liter V10 with a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 and moves to the newer C7 platform. It also gains a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic, adaptive air suspension, and a sport rear differential.
Did Audi make a 2012 S6 in the US?
No. The S6 skipped the 2012 US model year, then returned for 2013 as a fully redesigned C7-generation sedan.
What equipment stands out on the 2013 Audi S6 Prestige?
The 2013 S6 Prestige combines its 420-hp V8 and all-wheel drive with adaptive air suspension, navigation, an 8-inch display, a handwriting touchpad, four-zone climate control, parking sensors, and a rearview camera.