Used 2018 Audi A6 Premium Plus for sale 

Audi offers the 2018 A6 with up to 5 trim levels, spoiling its mid-size luxury sedan shoppers by offering them a ton of variety and lots of customization options to choose from. The standard Premium trim starts at $47,600 which goes all the up to the Competition Prestige trim for $67,600. The lower 2.0T Premium and 2.0T Premium Plus trims are offered with a 2.0L turbocharged Inline-4 engine and a 7-speed automatic transmission. The A6 is offered with a front-wheel-drive configuration for these 2 trims levels.

Apart from the peasant 2.0L Inline-4, Audi offers a separate 3.0L V6 engine dedicated to the 3.0T Prestige, Premium Plus, and the Competition Prestige trims. The turbocharger is replaced with a supercharger and a quicker 8-speed automatic transmission replaces the 7-speed gearbox. An updated engine map enhances the upper three trims with an extra 80 horsepower. There is a wide variety of features offered in the various trims of the A6 lineup, and one can pick one entirely based on the requirement. The 2.0L Premium and Premium Plus focus more on ease of running and on the daily driving aspect of the 2018 Audi A6, while the 3.0L Prestige and the Premium plus add extra horsepower under the tap to jazz up your daily driving with a splash of sportiness. While the 3.0L Premium Plus focuses on performance and luxury, the 3.0L Competition Prestige takes driving dynamics to another level, offering high performance and sporty trim options to match the performance aspect of the top-tier A6.

The base A6 comes with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine that puts out a notch over 250 horsepower. Even though that kind of power is sufficient to move the mid-size sedan comfortably, there are larger engine choices for power-hungry speed enthusiasts.

While the higher trims feature a 340-horsepower supercharged V6, the performance-oriented S6 comes with a turbocharged V8. The sportier variants of the A6 certainly have a tendency to throw you back into your seat when you floor the throttle and make you fight the car back when you're trying to push to the absolute limits. 

Comparing the competition, the Cadillac CTS Turbo stands out, having the most power and torque to offer. The 2018 Audi A6 offers marginally more power when compared to the BMW 530i and the Volvo S90, but has a lot more torque to offer. The Audi A6 and the Volvo S90 are offered with front-wheel-drive with their base trims, whereas the BMW 530i and the Cadillac CTS come with rear-wheel-drive. The Audi A6, unfortunately, gets a tardy 7-speed automatic gearbox, and if you're interested in getting a quicker 8-speed one, you'd have to opt for higher trim levels. Also, it is rather interesting to note that the Cadillac CTS is offered with the smallest price tag, but the sedan offers the most power and torque figures out of a similarly-sized engine as its competitors. 

2018 Audi A6 Acceleration and Braking Performance

The base trim 2018 Audi A6 offers fairly decent acceleration, given its size and weight. The mid-size luxury sedan can lurch itself from a standstill to 60 miles an hour in 6.7 seconds, which is classically tardy, but is still decent nonetheless.

The Audi A6 can also finish a quarter-mile run in 14.7 seconds, and reach top speeds of up to 155 miles per hour. Braking performance is decent too, where the 2018 A6 manages to reach a complete halt from a speed of 60 miles per hour in an impressive 117 feet.   

In terms of acceleration, the BMW 530i and the Cadillac CTS end up in a tie, both sedans managing to reach 60 miles an hour in 6.0 seconds. The 2018 Audi A6 happens to be the slowest in terms of reaching a speed of 60 miles per hour, achieving the same in 6.7 seconds. The BMW 530i shines yet again in terms of quarter-mile runs, where it manages to cross the quarter-mile mark in an impressive 13.5-second run. At the quarter-mile front, the Volvo S90 comes off as the least capable vehicle in the lot, as it manages to complete the same 15.3 seconds. In terms of braking performance, the BMW completely dominates the game with a mighty impressive 106 feet stopping distance. The Audi A6 and the BMW 530i both manage to hit equally impressive top speeds of up to 155 miles per hour. 

The A6 is fairly efficient in the realm of fuel economy, offering 24 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway. The result is a combined fuel economy of 28 miles to the gallon, which works ideally for the midsize section. What's pleasantly surprising is the fact that the bigger V6 engine is also a performer. The V6 trim deliver a decent gas mileage of 21 mpg during city driving and 24 mpg on the highway, which certainly entices the car enthusiast to go for higher trims on the 2018 Audi A6.

Comparing fuel economy figures, it gets quite clear that the 2018 Audi A6 comes off as one of the more fuel-efficient vehicles in the lot. The Audi A6 and the BMW 530i have the best in-city fuel economy to offer, delivering up to 24 miles to the gallon. In terms of highway mileage, almost all the vehicles in the lot perform equally well, offering up to 34 miles to the gallon, with the Cadillac CTS delivering 30 mpg. The Audi might be slightly down on performance, but offers the best combined fuel economy of 28 miles per gallon, which is pretty decent. The Audi also comes equipped with the largest fuel tank, which has a volume of up to 19.5 gallons. In terms of range, it is the fuel-efficient Audi A6 that shines yet again, offering a city range of 463 miles and a range of up to 617 miles on the highway. 

The 2018 Audi A6 features a superbly high-quality interior with layers of soft leather and polished wood taking up the stage. Though the interior hasn't changed drastically since the 2012 model year, the cabin still maintains the luxurious appeal that Audi offers with its entire lineup. There have been subtle changes to the interior with updated generations that have further refined and polished the cabin of the Audi A6 to what it is now. The cabin offers a beautiful leather-wrapped steering wheel with heating capabilities. Behind the wheel, one finds a beautifully laid-out hybrid gauge cluster with a large digital display and two analog dials.

The cabin also features four-zone climate control, which adds a major plus to the comfort factor. The interior also comes with plush leather seats that keep you comfortable and well-cushioned throughout the journey. It doesn't matter if you're taking out the A6 for a short spin or for cross-country touring, thanks to the A6's adjustable seats, you can drive around comfortably without feeling the miles fly by. The interior also comes with auto-dimming rearview mirrors and dual-illuminating vanity mirrors, which certainly is nice. The interior is also offered in many themes, including a range of wooden trims to choose from. 

The 2018 Audi A6 and its competitors land in a very close battle for the interior space crown. At the front row, the Cadillac CTS has the most headroom to offer, with the BMW 530i having the most shoulder space. In terms of legroom, the Cadillac CTS has the most value to offer in the front row. At the back, the competition gets super tight. The Audi A6 and the Volvo S90 have the most headroom to offer, and that too by a very small margin when compared to the rest of the competition. The Audi A6 offers the most shoulder space as well as legroom in the second row, making it well suited for rear passengers. Some of the key interior features offered with the 2018 Audi A6 can be enlisted as follows:

• Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
• Front And Rear Cupholders
• Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
• Front And Rear Door Pockets
• Front And Rear Parking Sensors
• Electric Power Steering
• Rear View Camera
• Tilt And Telescopic Steering Wheel
• Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
• Transmission, Cruise and Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
• Interior Air Filtration
• Keyless Ignition
• Four Zone Climate Control

Infotainment Features of the 2018 Audi A8

The 2018 Audi A6 offers an infotainment system that is is quick and intuitive. The system is responsive and consists of every convenience feature an Audi could possibly offer. The screen hosts an array of apps and features to play around with. Interestingly the infotainment screen happens to be retractable, which makes it a tad more upmarket than the competition. The Audi also features Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, which is absolutely fantastic. Bluetooth phone connectivity is also supported, along with audio streaming. The infotainment also offers voice command and features such as Speed Compensated Volume Control. Some of the key infotainment features offered with the 2018 Audi A6 include:

• 6.5-inch Touchscreen
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Auxiliary Input
• Real-Time Traffic
• Voice Command
• Bluetooth connectivity
• USB port

Cargo volume offered with the 2018 Audi A6

When it comes to luxury sedans, practicality goes hand in hand with the daily usability of the vehicle. Cargo volume can certainly be an important factor that could potentially make or break a daily driver like the 2018 Audi A6. The A6 offers a decent amount of cargo space, being equipped with a 14.1 cubic feet trunk. The amount of space available in the trunk is enough to store a couple of well-sized suitcases.   

Comparing the competition, the 2018 BMW 530i emerges as the clear winner in terms of cargo space, offering a well-sized 18.7 cubic feet trunk at the back of the sedan. The Audi A6 follows the BMW, offering 14.1 cubic feet of space. The Cadillac CTS and the Vovlo S90 come with even smaller trunks, only offering 13.7 and 13.5 cubic feet to the customer. 

The 2016 Audi A6 features some subtle yet intricate design updates, but it requires a keen eye to track them. There is a major update to the grille, the headlights, LED taillights, etc, but the overall design still stands classic Audi. The overall profile has been made sleeker, with sharper creases and bolder lines that aid in highlighting the mid-size sedan's proportions.

The front headlamps feature Audi's updated lighting system. The front grille has been made sharper and louder, and the front plastics have been redesigned to accentuate the width of the sedan when looked at from the front. The rear also receives a full overhaul, having been redesigned to be more consistent with the current design language of the Audi lineup. As with the front, the rear end of the A6 has been made more minimalistic, featuring sleeker taillamps, a subtle lip spoiler, and an updated rear bumper. Pretty sharp and edgy overall. 

The A6 shares pretty close measurements with the BMW 530i, having an overall length of 194.2 inches and a width of 73.8 inches. in terms of weight, the 2018 Volvo S90 comes off as the heaviest in the lot, while the Cadillac CTS weighs the least. Interestingly, the Audi A6 offers the most ground clearance. offering much needed protection against sharp bumps and kerbs. The Cadillac CTS, being the most sporty vehicle in the lot comes with the least ground clearance. The Cadillac and the Audi offer the same wheelbase of 114.6 inches, while the BMW 530i comes with the highest wheelbase of 117.1 inches. Some of the key exterior features offered with the 2018 Audi A6 are as follows:

• Trapezoidal Grille. 
• LED Taillamps.
• Dual Exhaust Layout.
• Lip Spoiler.
• Standard Sunroof.
• Exterior Chrome Accents. 

The 2018 Audi A6 has secured an all-star rating by the NHTSA and has been crowned "Top Safety Pick" by the IIHS for the year 2918. To boost the A6's safety merit, Audi offers reliable safety features such as Anti-lock Disc Brakes, Stability Control, along with a plethora of Airbags as standard amenities. Audi takes its customers' safety quite seriously, and therefore also equips the 2018 A6 with an array of advanced safety aids such as Adaptive Cruise Control, Front Automated Emergency Braking, and Blind Spot monitor. To give you a better idea, the following is a list of key safety features offered with the 2018 Audi A6:

• Driver and front-passenger dual-stage airbags
• Driver and front passenger knee airbags
• Side guard head-curtain airbags
• Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) in rear seats.
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with secondary collision brake assist and traction control (ASR)
• Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution (EBD) and brake assist
• Tire-pressure monitoring system Tire-pressure monitoring system

2018 Audi A6 vs BMW 530i

The BMW 530i received a major redesign for the year 2018 and the price tag was brought up to $51,200. While one of the major advantages of the 530i over the A6 is its better-equipped infotainment system, it still is a more expensive car.

Also, features such as a rearview camera and heated front seats, which come standard in the A6, are an expensive option on the BMW. Both cars share similarly potent engines, but the BMW is a better performer but costs a few thousand dollars more than the Audi. 

2018 Audi A6 vs Cadillac CTS

Interestingly, the Audi A6 and the Cadillac CTS are very similar cars at a lot of levels. Both cars share similar infotainment features like Apple Carplay and Android Auto which comes standard in the CTS as in the A6.

The Audi comes equipped with a more refined interior and better luxury features. The CTS offers a more powerful engine than the A6 but doesn't deliver the kind of overall driving dynamics that the Audi does. Overall, the choice will come down on the buyer's preference, as they share a similar price tag as well.

201 Audi A6 vs Volvo S90

The 2018 Audi A6 is a fantastic vehicle, there's absolutely no doubt about that. The A6 has been one of the best-balanced mid-size sedans in the German carmaker's lineup, and the A6 has clearly established its merit over the many years it has been on sale in the American market. With a staggering amount of interior luxury and comfort features, the 2018 Audi A6 offers a balanced blend of opulence and performance, making the best out of the multiple engine configurations it is offered in. The A6 also promises a fair amount of practicality and a well-established record of reliability, which certainly adds a big plus to it. Audi offers the 2018 Ad with a plethora of safety features as well, which makes it as safe as it is luxurious. Slotting perfectly between the compact A4 and the super-opulent A8, the A6 offers the best bang for the buck you pay to get your hands on a mid-size luxury vehicle. While the competition in the luxury sedan segment is strong, the 2018 Audi A6 does not make too many compromises and certainly does not disappoint in terms of what it promises to deliver.