2011 Audi A6

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A6 is an executive vehicle from Audi. This model was launched in 1994 and currently it is in third generation. 2011 Audi A6 is based on VW Group’s MLB platform. 2011 Audi A6 will be added with Multi Media Interface, different door, head light washers, standard navigation system, rear view camera and rear parking sensors. National base price of 2011 Audi A6 is around $ 45, 200 which excludes destination charges.

Trim Levels and Accessories:

2011 Audi A6 is an executive model available in two body styles which include sedan and wagon. This model is offered with three trim levels which include Premium, Premium plus trim and Prestige.

Premium trim will be installed with some standard accessories such as automatic head lights, tilt and telescopic steering column, sunroof, heated mirrors, automatic head light wipers, eight way power adjustable driver seats, navigation system with voice activation and real time traffic updates. 3.0T premium model will be added with power lift gate and heated front seats.

Premium Plus model will be added with rear parking sensors, LED running Lights, driver seat with memory function, auto dimming exterior rear view mirrors, self leveling xenon head lights, 18 inch wheels, auto dimming interior mirrors, rear parking sensors and driver seat with memory function.

Top trim level Prestige model will be added with power adjustable steering wheel, Bose audio system with DVD compatibility, rear view camera, adaptive headlights, power adjustable steering wheels and shift paddles.

These models can also be installed with Cold Weather package which include heated steering wheel, heated rear seats and heated front seats. On selecting Sports Package A6 will be added with shift paddles, all seasons tires, sports tuned suspension system and sporty steering wheel. This model can also be installed with blind spot warning system and rear side airbags.

Engine and Specifications:

2011 Audi A6 base sedan model will be mounted with 3.2 L capacity V-6 engine. This powertrain is capable of generating 265 HP of power and 243 lb-ft of torque. This engine will be mated with front wheel drive and CVT as standard and lacks All Wheel Drive channel.



Mileage:

* City: 21 MPG
* Highway: 30 MPG
* Combined: 24 MPG

Next trim level 3.0T available on both styles will be armoured with 3.0 L capacity V-6 engine. This powertrain is capable of generating 300 HP of power and 310 lb-ft of torque. This engine will be mated with six speed automatic gear transmission and all wheel drive channel. This engine is capable of accelerating A6 from zero to 60 MPH within 5.8 seconds.

Specifications:

* Fuel Type: Gas
* Engine Type: 3.0 L V 6
* Power: 300 HP at 5100 RPM
* Torque: 310 lb-ft at 5100 RPM
* Transmission: 6 Speed Automatic

Mileage:

* City: 18 MPG
* Highway: 26 MPG
* Combined: 21 MPG

Audi A6 4.2 model will be offered with 4.2 L capacity V 8 engine. This power train is capable of generating 350 HP of power and 325 lb-ft of torque. This engine will be mated with six speed automatic gear transmission.

Mileage:

* City: 16 MPG
* Highway: 24 MPG
* Combined: 19 MPG

Interior:

Audi is one of the companies offering luxurious and most sophisticated interiors. Interior of Audi A6 is offered with attractive dash packed with eye catchy materials. To improve the overall comfort offered by this model, A6 will be installed with Multi Media Interface which helps in easy control of instruments like audio system and navigation system with the help of joysticks, logical menus and button interfaces. Cargo compartment of this model is quiet good and offers good space for luggage and this can be improved by folding rear seats.

* Dimensions:

Exterior

* Length: 194.2 Inch
* Width: 79.2 Inch
* Height: 58.2 Inch
* Wheelbase: 111.9 Inch
* Ground Clearance: 4.6 Inch
* Front Track: 62.7 Inch
* Rear Track: 62.9 Inch
* Drag Coefficient: 0.32

Interior

* Seats: 5
* Passenger Volume: 97.9 Cubic Feet
* Cargo Volume: 33.9 Cubic Feet
* Cargo Volume When Seats Folded: 63.8 Cubic Feet

Interior (Front Row)

* Leg Room: 41.3 Inch
* Head Room: 38.7 Inch
* Shoulder Room: 57.1 Inch

Interior (Second Row)

* Leg Room: 36.9 Inch
* Head Room: 37.8 Inch
* Shoulder Room: 55.9 Inch

Safety:

2011 Audi A6 will be installed with some standard safety accessories such as front seat side airbags, rear parking sensors, blind spot waning system, antilock disc brakes, full length side curtain airbags and rear side airbags. IIHS has awarded Good rating for both side and frontal impact crash protection and average rating for rood strength.


Other Specifications:

* Layout: All Wheel Drive
* Front Suspension: Double Wishbone
* Rear Suspension: Double Wishbone
* Front: 17 Inch Aluminum
* Front Tires: 245/ 45 R 17 mm
* Rear: 17 Inch Aluminum
* Rear Tires: 245/ 45 R 17 mm


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