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2016 Audi A6: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2016 Audi A6 is a mid-cycle refresh. It brings updated exterior styling, stronger gas engines, faster infotainment hardware, and expanded driver-assistance technology.
About the 2016 Audi A6
4th generation A6 (C7, 2012-2018), U.S. mid-cycle refresh year.
Audi positions the A6 as a sleek, understated midsize luxury sedan that mixes sharp road manners with a polished, technology-rich cabin. It is the choice for shoppers who want executive-sedan comfort without flashy styling, plus the security of available AWD and a broad powertrain range that spans a turbo four-cylinder, a stronger supercharged V6, and a torque-rich diesel. The appeal is its balance: classy design, high-quality materials, strong highway comfort, and confident all-weather capability.
The 2016 A6 lineup ranges from the comfort-focused 2.0T Premium to better-equipped Premium Plus and Prestige models. Premium Plus models emphasize everyday technology with navigation, blind-spot monitoring, a rearview camera, and parking sensors, while the 333-hp 3.0T models add stronger performance and AWD. Prestige versions stand out with full LED headlights, a head-up display, Bose audio, and ventilated front seats, while the diesel TDI models focus on relaxed highway driving and strong low-speed pulling power.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder rises from 220 to 252 horsepower and from 258 to 273 lb-ft of torque. The supercharged 3.0-liter V6 rises from 310 to 333 horsepower. The 240-hp diesel V6 carries over.
Styling
Audi revises the headlights, grille, front and rear bumpers, taillights, and exhaust outlets, giving the A6 updated front and rear styling.
Safety
Updated driver-assistance packages expand the cruise-control and night-vision functions. These features are not standard throughout the lineup.
Tech
The infotainment system receives faster hardware and updated connectivity with 4G LTE support. Premium Plus models also gain a richer standard equipment set that includes blind-spot monitoring, a rearview camera, parking sensors, and a power-adjustable steering column.
2016 Audi A6 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter | V6, Supercharged, 3.0 Liter | V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | V6, Supercharged, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Diesel | Gas | Diesel | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 25 mpg | 25 mpg | 20 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg | 20 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 33 mpg | 38 mpg | 30 mpg | 38 mpg | 33 mpg | 30 mpg |
| Horsepower | 252 hp | 240 hp | 333 hp | 240 hp | 252 hp | 333 hp |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft | 428 lb-ft | 325 lb-ft | 428 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft | 325 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 14.1 cu-ft | 14.1 cu-ft | 14.1 cu-ft | 14.1 cu-ft | 14.1 cu-ft | 14.1 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 37.4 in | 37.4 in | 37.4 in | 37.4 in | 37.4 in | 37.4 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
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| Bluetooth | ||||||
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| 4-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||
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| Memory Front Seats | ||||||
| Memory Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||
| Rear Window Shades | ||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||
| Tri-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2016 Audi A6 a major update over the 2015 model?
Yes. The 2016 Audi A6 receives a mid-cycle refresh rather than a full redesign, with revised exterior styling, stronger gas engines, faster infotainment hardware, and expanded driver-assistance technology.
Did the 2016 Audi A6 get more power?
Yes, the gas-powered 2016 Audi A6 gets more power. The 2.0T increases from 220 to 252 horsepower, while the 3.0T increases from 310 to 333 horsepower; the 240-hp TDI diesel carries over unchanged.
Was the 2016 Audi A6 infotainment system updated?
Yes. The 2016 Audi A6 receives faster infotainment hardware and updated connected services with 4G LTE support, making the system quicker and improving its connectivity capability.
Did the 2016 Audi A6 trim lineup change?
No, the basic 2016 Audi A6 trim structure remains the same. The main trim-level equipment change is a richer standard technology package for Premium Plus models, including blind-spot monitoring, a rearview camera, parking sensors, and a power-adjustable steering column.
Were the 2016 Audi A6 safety features updated?
Yes. The 2016 Audi A6 gains expanded driver-assistance packages with updated cruise-control and night-vision functions, though these features are not standard on every trim.
2016 Audi A6 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2016 Audi A6.
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2016 Audi A6
(329 reviews)
“The all wheel drive on the Audi is great. The fit and finish of the car is also great.”
“The Audi A6 has great lines and an overall pleasant look. I fell in love with the midnight blue exterior color and the dark brown leather interior. Very pleased with the purchase.”