In the midsize luxury world, there’s a fine line between understated elegance and being forgettable. The 2025 Audi A6 walks that line with poise. It might not scream for attention like a Cadillac CT5-V or curve like a BMW 5 Series, but if you know, you know — and what you know is this: the A6 continues to be Audi’s quiet powerhouse. This isn’t a car chasing trends. It’s a car built on confidence.

A Familiar Formula That Still Works

Audi’s sedan lineup follows a simple playbook — climb the ladder from the A3 to the A8, and each step up adds size, power, and luxury. The A6 lands right in the middle, striking a balance between performance and plushness. For 2025, the A6 carries over largely unchanged, but that’s not a bad thing. It’s available in Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige trims, with your choice of a refined turbocharged four-cylinder or an invigorating turbocharged V6. While some might call Audi’s exterior design “conservative,” the A6 makes a strong case for clean lines, mature proportions, and sharp LED lighting that avoids trying too hard.

Pricing and Trims: Value Where It Matters

• Premium ($59,295): Comes loaded with leather seats, Audi’s dual-touchscreen MMI system, virtual cockpit, heated front seats, panoramic sunroof, and a robust suite of driver assists — including emergency braking and lane-departure warning.
• Premium Plus ($64,095): Adds a top-tier 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system, ventilated front seats, wireless charging, and a 360-degree camera.
• Prestige ($74,645): Swaps in the silky 335-hp V6, plus massaging front seats, soft-closing doors, a head-up display, and remote self-parking via smartphone.

Our take? The base Premium trim is the sleeper star. It gets you into the luxury game with all the essentials and impressive fuel economy thanks to the four-cylinder engine.

Performance: Refined and Ready

Audi keeps things efficient and engaging under the hood. The 2.0-liter turbo-four delivers 261 hp, while the V6 in the Prestige pumps out 335 hp and slices 0–60 times down to 5.1 seconds. All models use Quattro AWD and a well-tuned automatic transmission. No, this isn’t the most aggressive chassis in the class — that honor goes to the 5 Series — but the A6’s ride strikes a near-perfect balance between supple and responsive. It’s exactly the kind of sedan you’d want to live with every day.

Fuel Economy: Respectable for the Class

Expect roughly 23 mpg city and 33 mpg highway with the four-cylinder. Go for the V6 and you’re looking at 22/30 mpg — not quite hybrid territory, but strong for an AWD midsizer with this level of performance.

Inside the A6: Subtle, Sophisticated, and Spacious

Audi’s interiors are where the brand flexes. The A6 offers real leather even in the base trim, elegant design with premium stitching, and one of the most intuitive digital gauge clusters in the business. Rear legroom is adult-friendly, and the 13.7 cubic feet of trunk space is decent — though if cargo’s your thing, the BMW 5 Series wins with over 18 cubic feet. Still, the A6’s overall cabin quality stands tall.

The dual-screen setup (10.1-inch infotainment + 8.6-inch climate control) might overwhelm some users, but it looks futuristic and responds quickly. Upper trims get that stunning 16-speaker B&O sound system and a HUD.

Safety and Driver Assists: Loaded Out of the Box

All trims include automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, parking sensors, and traffic sign recognition. Premium Plus and Prestige stack on adaptive cruise, lane-keeping assist, and surround-view cameras.

While official crash ratings for 2025 aren’t in yet, the nearly identical 2024 model earned top scores from both NHTSA and IIHS.

How It Stacks Up

• BMW 5 Series: Sportier and slightly roomier, with better fuel economy — but you’ll pay more for the same level of luxury.
• Genesis G80: Undercuts Audi on price and offers more features, but can’t quite match Audi’s refined driving dynamics or interior polish.
• Cadillac CT5-V: More power and agility, but falls short on interior quality and infotainment usability.

Final Verdict: Sophisticated Without the Swagger

The 2025 Audi A6 doesn’t try to be the loudest or the flashiest — and that’s precisely its appeal. It’s a high-end midsize sedan for buyers who want substance over sizzle. If you’re after confident performance, real luxury, and a premium badge without excess, this is the one.

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