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2020 Audi S6 Prestige

The 2020 Audi S6 Prestige is a 444-hp 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged V6 with an 8-speed tiptronic automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $79,600 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.

It makes 444 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).

The S6 measures 195.0 inches long on a 115.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,486 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$79,600
MSRP with Destination$80,575
Destination Charge$975
Engine
Engine Type2.9 TFSI twin-turbocharged V6 (48V mild hybrid)
Displacement2.9 L
Horsepower444 hp
Torque443 lb-ft
Valvetrain24-valve DOHC with Audi valvelift system and variable valve timing
Bore and Stroke84.6 x 86.0 mm
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Injection TypeDirect injection, twin-turbocharged TFSI
Drivetrain
Drive Typequattro all-wheel drive, standard
Differential Typequattro sport differential (available, S Sport package)
Transmission
Transmission8-speed Tiptronic automatic
1st Gear5
2nd Gear3.2
3rd Gear2.14
4th Gear1.72
5th Gear1.31
6th Gear1
7th Gear0.82
8th Gear0.64
Reverse3.48
Final Drive2.85
Fuel Economy
City18 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Combined22 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Tank Capacity19.3 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionFive-link independent, adaptive air suspension (S-tuned)
Rear SuspensionFive-link independent, adaptive air suspension (S-tuned)
Turning Diameter36.4 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc15.8 in ventilated
Rear Brake Disc13.8 in ventilated
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front20x8.5-inch
Wheels Rear20x8.5-inch
Tires Front255/40R20 summer
Tires Rear255/40R20 summer
Dimensions & Weight
Length195 in
Width74.3 in
Height56.9 in
Wheelbase115.3 in
Front Track63.8 in
Rear Track63.1 in
Cargo Volume13.7 ft³
Curb Weight4,486 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38 in
Headroom Rear38.1 in
Legroom Front41.3 in
Legroom Rear37.4 in
Shoulder Room Front57.8 in
Shoulder Room Rear56.5 in

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Side crash Not rated
Rollover ★★★★★ (8.9 % risk)
Tested variant: 2020 Audi S6 4 DR AWD

Recalls

6 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Audi S6. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Dec 19, 2025 · BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.

NHTSA campaign 25V900000

Nov 21, 2022 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, A6 Allroad, 2021-2022 RS7, RS6 Avant, 2019-2022 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. Liquid spilled in the rear seat may penetrate and cause the gateway control module to shut down.

Consequence: A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will install a protective cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90V2.

NHTSA campaign 22V861000

Mar 14, 2022 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE:FUEL LEVEL FLOAT/SENSOR/SENDING UNIT

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 RS6 Avant and RS7, 2020-2022 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, and S7, and 2019-2022 A6 Sedan and A7 vehicles. The fuel level sender may stick, causing an inaccurate fuel level reading to be displayed on the instrument cluster.

Consequence: An inaccurate fuel reading may cause an engine stall due to lack of fuel, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will install a new sensor in the tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 20DN.

NHTSA campaign 22V155000

Jan 26, 2022 · TIRES

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.

Consequence: Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.

NHTSA campaign 22V034000

Apr 26, 2021 · SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.

Consequence: A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L1.

NHTSA campaign 21V295000

Mar 10, 2021 · AIR BAGS

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi RS6 Avant, RS7, 2020-2021 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, S7, 2019-2021 A6 Sedan, and A7 vehicles. The score line on the passenger air bag may not have been manufactured correctly.

Consequence: An incorrectly manufactured air bag may not deploy properly, and could also eject plastic debris into the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the passenger air bag score line, and repair it as necessary, free of charge. The recall begin March 26, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 70i2.

NHTSA campaign 21V159000

2 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2020 Audi S6

Owner Complaints

2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2020 Audi S6. See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System2
Engine1
Power Train1
Unknown Or Other1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
May 30, 2025 · Power Train, Electrical System, Engine
“While driving my 2020 Audi S6, the vehicle suddenly lost power and completely shut off in the middle of the road without warning. There were no warning lights or messages beforehand. I was unable to…”
Mar 2, 2025 · Electrical System, Unknown Or Other
“My 2020 Audi S6 has been undriveable since September 27, 2024 due to a backordered recall part (Gateway Control Module). Audi has failed to provide a repair timeframe, making my car unusable for over…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2020 AUDI S6. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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