Model year guide

2018 Audi A6

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Audi A6 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 12 on record.

2018 Audi A6 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2018 Audi A6 at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints2
Combined28 mpg
Typical price$32,910

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2018 Audi A6 recalls 2

Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System:fuel Rail NHTSA Campaign #19V035000 · 16/01/2019

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.

Fix: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification NHTSA Campaign #18V370000 · 04/06/2018

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) control module to malfunction.

Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2018 Audi A6 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

2018 Audi A6 MPG & running costs

Combined28 mpg
City25 mpg
Highway34 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,700

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2018 Audi A6 worth?

Low
$25,995
Typical price
$32,910
High
$37,509

From 9 comparable 2018 Audi A6 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 Audi A6 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,900
Total$16,400
Per mile$0.22

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($32,910) with the same model 5 model-years older ($30,016), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2018 Audi A6 trims & engines on record

Trims
quattro Premium Plus · quattro Sport/Premium, quattro Progressiv (Canada) · quattro Prestige, quattro Technik (Canada)
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 252 hp · 3.0L 6-cyl 340 hp

2018 Audi A6 vehicles on record

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Other Audi A6 model years

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2018 Audi A6 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Audi A6 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2018 Audi A6. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Audi A6?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, fuel/propulsion system, air bags.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Audi A6 get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2018 Audi A6 at about 28 mpg combined (25 city / 34 highway).

How much is a 2018 Audi A6 worth?

Comparable 2018 Audi A6 listings run roughly $25,995–$37,509, typically around $32,910 (from 9 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.