Audi A6 2011–2014 car dimensions: 4926 mm long, 1874 mm wide and 1461 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,715 kg. Braked towing is 1,800 kg.
Dual-zone electronic climate control and cruise control come standard. MMI Radio Plus includes a 6.5-inch colour display controlled by a rotary dial for audio and settings. Audi pre sense basic is standard for belt pre-tensioning and window closure in emergencies. Parking sensors, reversing camera, side assist and lane assist are optional on most grades.
Boot holds 565 litres with seats up, expanding to 1680 litres when folded. Rail system, lashing points and folding floor are standard for securing loads.
Towing is rated at 750 kg unbraked and 1800 kg braked on 8% gradient for the 2.0 TDI. Payload sits at 555 kg. The estate layout suits light work or leisure towing without special heavy-duty options noted.
The cabin is quiet thanks to extensive insulation and a noise-insulating windscreen film as standard, with optional acoustic side glass available. Dual-zone climate control is standard. Front seats can be ordered with electric multi-way adjustment including lumbar, pneumatic bolsters on comfort seats, heating, ventilation and massage. A panoramic glass roof is optional on the Avant. Heated outer rear seats and a heated steering wheel are also options. The interior feels spacious and refined for long journeys.
2.0 TDI combined fuel use around 5.0 l/100 km
Euro 5 emissions
Euro NCAP 5 stars (2011): 91% adult, 83% child, 41% pedestrian, 86% assist
Standard kit includes ABS, ASR, ESP, front/side/curtain airbags, ISOFIX
Service intervals up to 30,000 km or 2 years (flexible or fixed)
The 2.0 TDI diesel returns low official combined consumption near 5 litres per 100 km with CO2 around 129-132 g/km depending on exact variant and gearbox. Real-world figures stay close on longer runs.
Servicing uses a flexible LongLife schedule or fixed intervals. Oil changes run to a maximum of 30,000 km or two years. Brake fluid is first due at three years then every two years. Fuel filter changes sit at 60,000 km on the diesel.
Euro NCAP awarded five stars in 2011. Adult protection scored 91 percent, child 83 percent and safety assist 86 percent. Pedestrian protection was 41 percent. Standard equipment covers dual front airbags, side airbags, Sideguard curtains, ABS with EBD, ASR, ESP and ISOFIX points.
The aluminium-intensive body keeps weight down and aids efficiency. Keep to the service indicator, change brake fluid on schedule and watch for known items such as coolant pumps on early cars. The estate boot holds 565 litres rising to 1,680 litres with seats folded.
Length 4926 mm, Width 1874 mm, Height 1461 mm, Wheelbase 2912 mm (A6 2011–2014)
Sources: manufacturer data, Audi AG brochure Audi A6 Saloon | A6 Avant, valid April 2012, 11.9 m turning circle, Height with roof aerial is.