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2005-2011 Audi A6 MPG & Fuel Cost
7 model years · 18–24 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 4 of 10 midsize car configurations, MY2011. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2005-2011 Audi A6 at a glance
The 2005-2011 Audi A6 covers 7 model years in the EPA database (25 configurations in all), rated 18–24 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2011, costs about $3,310 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the A6 3.2L 6-cyl FWD (24 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2006, 2007, 2009, 2010 and 2011; 2008 repeat the values of the year before. The best combined rating in the generation, 24 MPG, was reached in 2011.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2005-2011 Audi A6 by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Gas | 19–24 MPG | $3,310–$4,270 | Ratings changed |
| 2010 | Gas | 18–22 MPG | $3,650–$4,460 | Ratings changed |
| 2009 | Gas | 18–21 MPG | $3,830–$4,460 | Ratings changed |
| 2008 | Gas | 18–21 MPG | $3,830–$4,460 | Same EPA ratings as 2007 |
| 2007 | Gas | 18–21 MPG | $3,830–$4,460 | Ratings changed |
| 2006 | Gas | 18–21 MPG | $3,830–$4,460 | Ratings changed |
| 2005 | Gas | 19 MPG | $4,230 | First year |
What the 2011 A6 3.2L 6-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$276
$3,310 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.52
Per 100 miles
$22.07
Five years
$16,550
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the midsize car median
$200more a year
Class median $3,110 a year, MY2011
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2011 Audi A6 MPG
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration moves from 22 to 24 MPG, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $3,650 to $3,310, $340 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A6 (Most efficient) | 3.2L 6-cyl | FWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,310 |
| quattro 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | AWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,910 |
| Avant quattro | 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | AWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,910 |
| quattro 4.2L 8-cyl | 4.2L 8-cyl | AWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,270 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2010 Audi A6 MPG
18–22 MPG · $3,650–$4,460/yr
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration moves from 21 to 22 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,830 to $3,650, $180 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A6 (Most efficient) | 3.2L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 28 | 22 | $3,650 |
| quattro 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | AWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,890 |
| Avant quattro | 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | AWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,890 |
| quattro 4.2L 8-cyl | 4.2L 8-cyl | AWD | 16 | 23 | 18 | $4,460 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2009 Audi A6 MPG
18–21 MPG · $3,830–$4,460/yr
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,830.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| quattro 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | AWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Avant quattro | 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | AWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| A6 | 3.1L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
| quattro 4.2L 8-cyl | 4.2L 8-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 23 | 18 | $4,460 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2008 Audi A6 MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2007
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2008 Audi A6 as for the 2007 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2007 section above.See 2007
2007 Audi A6 MPG
18–21 MPG · $3,830–$4,460/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2006: The most efficient configuration stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,830.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A6 (Most efficient) | 3.1L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
| quattro 3.1L 6-cyl | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| Avant quattro | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| quattro 4.2L 8-cyl | 4.2L 8-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 23 | 18 | $4,460 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2006 Audi A6 MPG
18–21 MPG · $3,830–$4,460/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2005: The most efficient configuration moves from 19 to 21 MPG, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $4,230 to $3,830, $400 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A6 (Most efficient) | 3.1L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
| quattro 3.1L 6-cyl | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| Avant quattro | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
| quattro 4.2L 8-cyl | 4.2L 8-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 21 | 18 | $4,460 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2005 Audi A6 MPG
19 MPG · $4,230/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| quattro (Most efficient) | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the A6 3.2L 6-cyl FWD: $3,940 in California and $2,870 in Texas, a $1,070 difference.
- California $3,940
- Washington $3,710
- New York $3,260
- Florida $3,020
- Texas $2,870
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2011 midsize car models.
Generations
- 2000-2004 (C5)
- 2005-2011 (C6)
- 2012-2018 (C7)
- 2019-2025 (C8)
- 2026 (C9)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2005-2011 Audi A6 get?
EPA rates the 2005-2011 Audi A6 at 18–24 MPG combined across 25 configurations and 7 model years. The most efficient version, the 2011 A6 3.2L 6-cyl FWD, is rated 24 MPG (21 city, 30 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2005-2011 Audi A6?
The A6 3.2L 6-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 24 MPG, in 2011. The lowest top rating, 19 MPG, was in 2005.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2005-2011 Audi A6?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2006, 2007, 2009, 2010 and 2011. In 2008 the values repeat the year before.
How does the 2005-2011 Audi A6 compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2000-2004 Audi A6) is rated 18–21 MPG combined and costs $3,830–$4,460 a year to fuel; the 2005-2011 model is rated 18–24 MPG and costs $3,310–$4,460 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2011 Audi A6 per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the A6 3.2L 6-cyl FWD costs about $3,310 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $3,310–$4,270 a year. That is a $960 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2011 Audi A6 100 miles?
About $22.07 per 100 miles for the A6 3.2L 6-cyl FWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $22.07 and $28.47 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2011 Audi A6 more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The A6 3.2L 6-cyl FWD is rated 21 city and 30 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 9 MPG.
How does the 2011 Audi A6 compare with other midsize car configurations?
The A6 3.2L 6-cyl FWD costs about $3,310 a year to fuel, $200 more than the class median of $3,110, and less than 4 of 10 midsize car configurations. The comparison covers all 159 rated midsize car configurations for MY2011, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2011 Audi A6 different from the 2010 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 22 to 24 MPG, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $3,650 to $3,310, $340 less. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2011 against 4 configurations for 2010. See the 2010 Audi A6 for that year.