Audi Prices A6/S6 starting at $45,100/$75,900
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Audi's upgraded A6 and S6 are scheduled to hit US dealerships in January, and the four-ringed midsize sedan has new pricing to match its upgraded powertrains. The A6 3.2 premium stars at $45,100, a price bump of over $2,000 over the 2008 model. The newest member of the A6 family, which comes with a 300 hp supercharged 3.0L V6 and standard quattro AWD, starts at $53,310. That's $3,000 less than the starting price of the previous generation 4.2L V8, which packed more punch at 350 hp, but the 3.0T fights back with more low-end grunt and far better fuel economy. It manages 26/21, while the outgoing V8 averages 23 on the highway and 16 around town. The 3.0T will also hit 60 in 5.9 seconds, so it's no slouch on the track.
The top-level S6 prices out at $75,900, or $3,500 more than the outgoing model. The S6 will carry-over the 435 hp 5.2L V10 powerplant, which definitely isn't a bad thing. Given the unfavorable exchange rate between the euro and dollar, we're not surprised to see prices go up on the A6 3.2 and S6 models. It's nice to see an actual price decrease from the 3.0T versus its V8-powered predecessor, with vastly improved efficiency to boot. Hit the jump to pour over Audi's press release.
Gallery: 2009 Audi A6
[Source: Audi]
PRESS RELEASE:
Audi Sets Prices on the New and Upgraded A6 / S6 Lineup for MY 2009
- Interior and exterior redesign reinforces strong personality of Audi A6 / S6
- An all-new 300-hp 3.0 TFSI supercharged V6 will be offered with quattro AWD
- The 2009 sedan, Avant and S models will arrive in dealerships by early January
HERNDON, Va., Dec 19, 2008 - Audi of America today released pricing for the updated 2009 model-year Audi A6 sedan, A6 Avant and S6 sedan, which are scheduled to arrive in U.S. dealerships by the beginning of January.
Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price for the Audi A6 3.2 sedan Premium will start at $45,100. The Audi A6 3.0T quattro sedan Premium will start at $50,100. The Audi A6 3.0T quattro Avant Premium will start at $53,310. The Audi A6 4.2 quattro sedan will start at $60,950, and the Audi S6 will start at $75,900. Prices do not include a destination charge of $825, taxes, title or dealer charges.
"The A6 model range gains a far more progressive look with this makeover," said Johan de Nysschen, executive vice president of Audi of America. "Of particular note is the addition of the new supercharged drivetrain that will give drivers of these cars plenty of responsive power without sacrificing fuel efficiency. These updates will show why the Audi A6 is the best-selling luxury sedan worldwide."
The 2009 model-year Audi A6 3.0T quattro rewards motorists with the best fuel economy of any mid-sized luxury sedan sold in the U.S. featuring all-wheel drive. With an energy-recuperating alternator and efficiency-optimized gear ratios, the new model achieves 26 mpg highway and 18 mpg in city driving for a combined EPA fuel economy rating of 21 mpg.
New for 2009 models are three equipment levels – Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige – aimed at improving vehicle value and reducing complexity by combining the features demanded by many luxury car buyers. The new A6 will also come packed with additional standard equipment, including a sunroof, Bluetooth, Homelink, heated front seats on quattro models, three months of free SIRIUS satellite radio service and Audi music interface with iPod connectivity.
Also new for 2009, the 3.0 TFSI V6 engine will deliver 300 horsepower and a powerful 310 lb.-ft of torque. It marries the benefits of direct fuel injection and a compressor supercharger to record a 0-to-60 mph time of 5.9 seconds. The new engine will be packaged with a Tiptronic automatic transmission and the new 40/60 asymmetric rear-biased quattro all wheel drive. The 3.0 TFSI supercharged engine will be available on Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige versions of the Audi A6 sedan and Avant.
The 3.2 FSI V6 engine, which produces 255 horsepower and 243 lb.-ft of torque, will be available in the Audi A6 Premium and Premium Plus equipment levels. The 3.2 FSI will be paired with front-wheel drive and multitronic transmission. The Audi A6 4.2 comes fully loaded with a 350-hp 4.2 FSI V8 engine, Tiptronic automatic transmission, quattro all-wheel drive, S-line exterior and the Prestige equipment level as standard.
The 2009 Audi S6 features a 5.2 FSI V10 engine mated to the Audi Tiptronic automatic transmission, which kicks up 435 horsepower at 6,800 rpm and 398 lb.-ft of torque.
The design of the Audi A6 gets several enhancements led by the high-gloss, single-frame grille as well as bold new bumpers, air vents and fog lights. Chrome accents are added features on the doors and trunk. Available xenon plus headlights now include LED daytime running lights. All-new LED tail lights provide an exclamation point to the new look of the A6.
The world-class interior of the Audi A6 features leather seating, wood trim, intuitive Multi Media Interface, a driver-oriented design and now the added touch of sleek aluminum trim accents on the steering wheel, switches and the parking brake. The interiors also get new instrument cluster graphics and will feature Engine Start/Engine Stop buttons that are new to the A6 models.
The improvements to the A6 should bolster its standing as the best-selling model in the mid-size luxury car market. Worldwide, the Audi A6 claimed a 37% share of the luxury mid-size segment, ahead of its primary competitors, the BMW 5-Series and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. The new 2009 Audi A6 will begin shipping to dealers next week in time for the holidays.
For more information on the upgrades found in the new 2009 Audi A6, A6 Avant and S6 lines, please go to http://www.audiusanews.com/a6quickreference.
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
jgp 5:09PM (12/19/2008)
Outgoing V8? According to the press release, the V8 is still around; the 3.0T will slot between the 3.2 and 4.2.
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Adis 5:26PM (12/19/2008)
Ummm, yea....PASS. reliability issues with Audi cars is horrible. I have to take my boss's A8 w12 to the dealer all the time because its got so many issues. Granted they fix them all no charge, but the fact of taking in so much makes it not worth it. Heard the same thing about other models too... like the A6 above... electrical problems the most...but the designs are awesome!
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BB 8:40AM (12/28/2008)
I have had a 2005 A6 3.2 for four years and it has been incredibly dependable. My car is loaded with all the technology including nav, bluetooth, keyless ignition, etc. I take it to the shop for preventative maintenance and that's it. Occasional the keyless ignition hasn't worked and the key has needed a new battery.
The only issue I have had is the bluetooth has had compatibility issues with some cell phones. For example I now pair with an iPhone and with some iPhone updates I've had problems with connections.
I've so enjoyed this car that I am seriously considering the 2009 A6. I just wish Audi would make it easier to get an A6 without all the interior wood grain!
Arnold K. 5:28PM (12/19/2008)
Came in here to say the same as jgp. And the MPG stats in the AB post are wrong. It's 26/18, for a COMBINED total of 21MPG for the 3.0T, which is just about what I get in my 05 A6 4.2. The 350HP 4.2L does suffer a bit in that regard.
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j3studio 5:38PM (12/19/2008)
I think you mean
pore
not
pour
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Xcountryflyer 6:00PM (12/19/2008)
In this economy, I doubt these will be selling in droves.
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Serge 6:01PM (12/19/2008)
With like 60% of it's weight up front why would I pay $53.000+ for driving dynamics of an Acura TL??? If I was to go German, I'd get the 535xi. When paying that kind of dough I would expect the car to be engineered meticulously, with performance in mind. Not just take GM's idea of fitting the blower between the cylinder banks, stuffing it into a front biased AWD car and calling it a day...
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Kaveh 7:09PM (12/19/2008)
dig it, looks really better, would go for that supercharged 6
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Mark 7:08PM (12/19/2008)
Audi's pricing is a joke.
They think they've reached the point where they can charge the same as BMW and Mercedes. They haven't.
Audi's appeal is that you can get a good car and save money over a RWD from BMW or Mercedes.
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GTX141 8:37PM (12/19/2008)
Bzzzz, try again. Audi buyers have higher annual income than both BMW and Mercedes across every model line.
Must be doing something right if the guy making $300K a year wants an A8, while his $180K VP wants the 7-series.
Jonathan 4:30AM (12/20/2008)
GTX is right. Driving an A8 says "I'm wealthy and have good taste, but don't want the world to know". Mercedes and BMW make good cars, but they scream "look at me". This is made evident by the giant badges finding their way onto new Mercedes, and the engorged nostrils on the new 7 & X1. Name any BMW, and I'd take a comparable Audi any day, even if its slower. For the record, Lexus' are for for nouveau riche who don't know jack about cars.
Mark 9:00PM (12/19/2008)
GTX, fail the LSAT, did you?
There is no correlation between "Audi's are overpriced" and "Audi drivers have higher incomes." In fact, it wouldn't surprise me one bit, because people with higher incomes tend to be more value conscious, as oxymoronic that may sound.
Here's a correlation, though: Audi has the highest percentage of leases in the entire U.S. auto industry.
coolremo 10:04PM (12/19/2008)
I disagree. I'll buy an Audi over a BMW or Merc anyday.
YES WE CAN!
Max 10:14PM (12/19/2008)
In Europe the 3.2L quattro version with nothing fancy inside costs 65k. Im wondering how thats possible.
And yea Audi is moving upmarket to compete with bimmers and mercedeses. They made a few really beautiful cars lately that seem like they can compete A5...S5.....etc..
noz 7:30PM (12/19/2008)
Seriously....why on earth would anyone spend that much money on a freaking car. The payments on these things will be horrendous.
Fd up priorities and small members....as the world turns.
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se30chris 2:56AM (12/20/2008)
Not everyone works at K-Mart with an hourly wage of $7.50 like you.
Brian 3:16AM (12/20/2008)
Payments?? Not everyone is poor and needs to buy a car on credit. If I can't pay cash all at once, I just don't buy it.
Matty 4:50PM (12/20/2008)
Easy now. Let's assume a 6% interest rate on the payments. Let's then assume you can invest your money for an 8% annual return. Would it still be smart to pay for it all at once? This is a similar trap that a lot of people fall into when they are buying a house.
There is such a thing as good debt. With the latest Fed interest rate cuts, it doesn't pay to keep cash lying around or in a savings account. Get out there and make your money work for you!
noz 7:52PM (12/20/2008)
seChris...
Now now..don't project your own problems onto others...
If only you knew where I work and how much money I'd make....it would shut your trap.
exkart 7:32PM (12/19/2008)
Nooooo!
Me want.
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