Audi RS6
The Audi RS6 is an estate car powered by a 3,994 cc eight-cylinder petrol engine producing 426 kW, with a top speed of 250 km/h and CO₂ emissions of 288 g/km. It measures 5,050 mm in length, weighs 2,083 kg, and accommodates five seats. Production began in 1995, with Norwegian registrations totalling 87 vehicles between 2020 and 2022, peaking at 51 in 2020 before declining to 11 in 2022.
| Manufacturer | Audi |
|---|---|
| Production | From 1995 |
| Body type | Estate |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Engine power | 459 kW (616 hp) |
| CO₂ (WLTP) | 282 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 2,158 kg |
| Displacement | 4,430 cc |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Top speed | 250 km/h |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy (comb.) | 14.7 l/100 km |
| Length | 4,923 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,895 mm |
| Height | 1,443 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 25 European countries that registered the Audi RS6 in 2025 (4,173 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations in Norway
Number of Audi RS6 registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Audi RS6 cars registered for the first time across 25 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| Germany | 2,692 |
| Italy | 319 |
| United Kingdom | 304 |
| Austria | 220 |
| Poland | 119 |
| Czechia | 79 |
| Spain | 72 |
| Sweden | 70 |
| Hungary | 65 |
| Luxembourg | 45 |
| Belgium | 44 |
| France | 39 |
| Romania | 26 |
| Slovakia | 19 |
| Croatia | 13 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Audi RS6 (from registration data). 6 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 l · 5-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 13.1 l/100 km | 1995 |
| 2.9 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 10.7 l/100 km | 2020–2025 |
| 2.9 l · 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 10.7 l/100 km | 2022 |
| 4.0 l · 8-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 11.8 l/100 km | 2013–2018 |
| 5.2 l · 10-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 14.7 l/100 km | 2007–2009 |
| 5.2 l · 10-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 14.7 l/100 km | 2010–2011 |
Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.
Generations
Other Audi models
Similar Estate models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 87% of Audi RS6s pass their MOT test first time, based on 663 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the Audi RS6 in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Audi recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Audi RS6?
- The Audi RS6 has a rated top speed of 250 km/h.
- How much power does the Audi RS6 have?
- The Audi RS6 produces 459 kW (616 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Audi RS6?
- The Audi RS6 is 4,923 mm long, 1,895 mm wide and 1,443 mm tall.
- How much does the Audi RS6 weigh?
- The Audi RS6 has a kerb weight of about 2,158 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the Audi RS6?
- The Audi RS6 emits 282 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
- How many seats does the Audi RS6 have?
- The Audi RS6 has 5 seats.