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Audi S6 Horsepower & Torque (2002-2025)


The Audi S6 is a high-performance variant of the A6, renowned since 1994 for combining luxury with power and featuring Audi's quattro all-wheel drive (AWD).

The S6 has seen significant engine evolution, starting with a 4.2L V8 producing 340 horsepower in 2003.

A standout was the 5.2L V10 in the mid-2000s, inspired by Audi's motorsport heritage.

The current model utilizes a 2.9L twin-turbocharged V6 hybrid generating 444 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.

This progression highlights Audi's dedication to performance innovation.

Scroll down to explore detailed horsepower and torque data for each model year.

Check out the Horsepower And Torque specifications for other makes and models.

2025 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque

The Audi S6 is powered by a 2.9L hybrid engine, producing a consistent output of 444 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of torque.

This vehicle features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and is equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2025 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Sedan 2.9 TFSI Premium Plus Hybrid 2.9L | Turbo | 6 Cyl. | Hybrid | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD 444 hp @ 5,900 rpm 442 ft-lbs @ 2,700 rpm
Sedan 2.9 TFSI Premium Hybrid 2.9L | Turbo | 6 Cyl. | Hybrid | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD 444 hp @ 5,900 rpm 442 ft-lbs @ 2,700 rpm
Sedan 2.9 TFSI Prestige Hybrid 2.9L | Turbo | 6 Cyl. | Hybrid | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD 444 hp @ 5,900 rpm 442 ft-lbs @ 2,700 rpm

2024 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque

The 2024 Audi S6 is powered by a 2.9L hybrid engine that produces 444 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of torque.

This model features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and is equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2024 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Sedan 2.9 TFSI Premium Plus Hybrid 2.9L | Turbo | 6 Cyl. | Hybrid | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD 444 hp @ 5,900 rpm 442 ft-lbs @ 2,700 rpm
Sedan 2.9 TFSI Premium Hybrid 2.9L | Turbo | 6 Cyl. | Hybrid | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD 444 hp @ 5,900 rpm 442 ft-lbs @ 2,700 rpm
Sedan 2.9 TFSI Prestige Hybrid 2.9L | Turbo | 6 Cyl. | Hybrid | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD 444 hp @ 5,900 rpm 442 ft-lbs @ 2,700 rpm

2023 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque

The 2023 Audi S6 is powered by a 2.9L V6 engine, producing a consistent output of 444 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of torque.

This model features an 8-speed automatic transmission and an all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain configuration.

2023 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Premium 2.9 TFSI Sedan 2.9L | Twin Turbo | V6 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD 444 hp @ 5,900 rpm 442 ft-lbs @ 2,700 rpm
Premium Plus 2.9 TFSI Sedan 2.9L | Twin Turbo | V6 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD 444 hp @ 5,900 rpm 442 ft-lbs @ 2,700 rpm
Prestige 2.9 TFSI Sedan 2.9L | Twin Turbo | V6 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD 444 hp @ 5,900 rpm 442 ft-lbs @ 2,700 rpm

2022 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque

The Audi S6 is powered by a 2.9L V6 engine, producing a consistent output of 444 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of torque.

This engine is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and features an all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain configuration.

2022 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Premium Plus 2.9 TFSI Sedan 2.9L | Twin Turbo | V6 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD 444 hp @ 5,900 rpm 442 ft-lbs @ 2,700 rpm
Prestige 2.9 TFSI Sedan 2.9L | Twin Turbo | V6 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD 444 hp @ 5,900 rpm 442 ft-lbs @ 2,700 rpm

2021 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque

The 2021 Audi S6 is equipped with a 2.9L V6 engine producing 444 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque, consistent across all trims.

It features an all-wheel drive (AWD) configuration and is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2021 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Premium Plus Sedan 2.9L | Twin Turbo | V6 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD 444 hp 443 ft-lbs
Prestige Sedan 2.9L | Twin Turbo | V6 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD 444 hp 443 ft-lbs

2020 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque

The 2020 Audi S6 is equipped with a 2.9L TFSI V6 engine producing 444 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque, consistent across all trims.

It features an all-wheel drive (AWD) configuration and is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2020 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
2.9 TFSI Premium Plus 2.9L | Twin Turbo | V6 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD 444 hp 443 ft-lbs
2.9 TFSI Prestige 2.9L | Twin Turbo | V6 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD 444 hp 443 ft-lbs
S6 Premium Plus Sedan 2.9L | Twin Turbo | V6 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD 444 hp 443 ft-lbs
S6 Prestige Sedan 2.9L | Twin Turbo | V6 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD 444 hp 443 ft-lbs

C7: 2012-2018

The 2012-2018 Audi S6 is powered by a 4.0L DOHC twin-turbo V8 engine paired with a 7-speed S-tronic dual-clutch transmission and Audi's quattro (all-wheel drive) system.

Initially producing 420 PS (414 hp) and 406 lb-ft of torque, the engine was upgraded to 450 PS (444 hp) in 2016.

Notable features include a cylinder-on-demand system for improved efficiency, marking a balance between performance and fuel economy.

2018 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque

The 2018 Audi S6 is equipped with a 4.0L V8 engine that produces a consistent 450 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque across all variants, including the S6 Premium Plus and S6 Prestige.

This model features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and utilizes a 7-speed automatic transmission with manual shift capability.

2018 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
S6 Premium Plus Sedan 4.0L | Twin Turbo | V8 | 7 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | AWD 450 hp @ 5,800 rpm 406 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm
S6 Prestige Sedan 4.0L | Twin Turbo | V8 | 7 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | AWD 450 hp @ 5,800 rpm 406 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm

2017 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque

The 2017 Audi S6 is equipped with a 4.0L V8 engine producing 450 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque, consistent across all trims including the S6 Premium Plus and S6 Prestige.

It features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and utilizes a 7-speed automatic transmission with manual shift capability.

2017 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
S6 Premium Plus Sedan 4.0L | Twin Turbo | V8 | 7 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | AWD 450 hp @ 5,800 rpm 406 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm
S6 Prestige Sedan 4.0L | Twin Turbo | V8 | 7 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | AWD 450 hp @ 5,800 rpm 406 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm

2016 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque

The 2016 Audi S6 is equipped with a 4.0L V8 engine producing 450 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque, consistent across all trims including the S6 Premium Plus and S6 Prestige.

It features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and utilizes a 7-speed automatic transmission with manual shift capability.

2016 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
S6 Premium Plus Sedan 4.0L | Twin Turbo | V8 | 7 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | AWD 450 hp @ 5,800 rpm 406 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm
S6 Prestige Sedan 4.0L | Twin Turbo | V8 | 7 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | AWD 450 hp @ 5,800 rpm 406 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm

2015 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque

The 2015 Audi S6 is equipped with a 4.0L V8 engine producing 420 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque, both consistent across the S6 Prestige variant.

This model features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and utilizes a 7-speed automatic transmission with manual shift capability.

2015 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
S6 Prestige Sedan 4.0L | Twin Turbo | V8 | 7 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | AWD 420 hp @ 5,500 rpm 406 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm

2014 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque

The 2014 Audi S6 is equipped with a 4.0L V8 engine producing 420 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque, both consistent across the S6 Prestige trim.

This model features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and utilizes a 7-speed automatic transmission with manual shift capability.

2014 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
S6 Prestige Sedan 4.0L | Twin Turbo | V8 | 7 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | AWD 420 hp @ 5,500 rpm 406 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm

2013 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque

The 2013 Audi S6 is equipped with a 4.0L V8 engine producing 420 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque, both figures consistent across the S6 Prestige variant.

This model features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and utilizes a 7-speed automatic transmission.

2013 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
S6 Prestige Sedan 4.0L | Turbocharged | V8 | 7 Spd Auto | AWD 420 hp 406 ft-lbs @ 1,400 rpm

C6: 2006-2011

The 2006-2011 Audi S6 (C6) is powered by a 5.2L naturally aspirated V10 engine producing 435 hp and 398 lb-ft of torque, paired exclusively with a six-speed automatic transmission and Audi's Torsen-based quattro all-wheel-drive system.

Derived from Lamborghini's V10 but tuned for enhanced low-end torque, the engine features direct fuel injection, variable valve timing, and a Bosch Motronic MED 9.1 ECU.

A distinctive feature of this generation is the LED daytime running lights, arranged to signify the 10-cylinder engine configuration.

2011 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque

The 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a 5.2L V10 engine producing a consistent 435 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a Quattro all-wheel-drive system and is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

2011 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Quattro Sedan 5.2L | V10 | 6 Spd Auto | AWD 435 hp @ 6,800 rpm 398 ft-lbs

2010 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque

The 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a 5.2L V10 engine producing a consistent output of 435 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a Quattro all-wheel-drive system and is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

2010 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Quattro Sedan 5.2L | V10 | 6 Spd Auto | AWD 435 hp @ 6,800 rpm 398 ft-lbs

2009 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque

The 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a 5.2L V10 engine producing a consistent 435 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque, both available across its Quattro all-wheel-drive configuration.

Power is transmitted through a 6-speed automatic transmission, ensuring efficient handling of the engine's output.

2009 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Quattro Sedan 5.2L | V10 | 6 Spd Auto | AWD 435 hp @ 6,800 rpm 398 ft-lbs

2008 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque

The 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a 5.2L V10 engine producing a consistent 435 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a Quattro all-wheel-drive system and is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

2008 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Quattro Sedan 5.2L | V10 | 6 Spd Auto | AWD 435 hp @ 6,800 rpm 398 ft-lbs

2007 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque

The 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a 5.2L V10 engine producing a consistent output of 435 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque.

This model features a Quattro all-wheel-drive system and is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

2007 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
Quattro Sedan 5.2L | V10 | 6 Spd Auto | AWD 435 hp @ 6,800 rpm 398 ft-lbs

C5: 1999-2003

The 1999-2003 Audi S6 featured a 4.2L 40-valve V8 engine producing 340 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque, paired with either a six-speed manual or a five-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission.

Its Torsen-based quattro all-wheel-drive system was standard, ensuring optimal power distribution.

A notable innovation was the magnesium two-stage variable intake manifold, enhancing engine efficiency and performance.

The high-performance RS6 variant introduced a twin-turbocharged version of the same V8, delivering 450 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque.

2003 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque

The 2003 Audi S6 features a 4.2L V8 engine producing 340 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque in the S6 Avant Quattro configuration.

In contrast, the R RS6 Quattro variant utilizes the same 4.2L V8 engine but increases output to 450 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque.

Both configurations are equipped with an all-wheel drive (AWD) system and a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2003 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
R RS6 Quattro Sedan 4.2L | V8 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD 450 hp @ 5,700 rpm 415 ft-lbs @ 1,950 rpm
S6 Avant Quattro Wagon 4.2L | V8 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD 340 hp @ 7,000 rpm 310 ft-lbs @ 3,400 rpm

2002 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque

The 2002 Audi S6 is equipped with a 4.2L V8 engine producing a consistent 340 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque.

This model features an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain and is paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

2002 Audi S6 Horsepower And Torque
Trim Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM
S6 Avant Quattro Wagon 4.2L | V8 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD 340 hp @ 7,000 rpm 310 ft-lbs @ 3,400 rpm
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