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Audi · Wagon · 2018–2024

Audi A6 C8 Avant

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

2.9 / 5.0 · Based on 18 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

630–640 PS

4.0L TFSI V8 BiTurbo Benzin

600 hp wide-body icon — Instagram star with real substance

Legendary!
Most Reliable Engine

230–265 PS

2.0L TFSI Benzin

7 weaknesses

Good Choice
Problem Engine

231 PS

3.0L TDI V6 Diesel

6 weaknesses

Stay Away!

Engine Overview

The Audi A6 C8 Avant is available with 12 engine variants — from 136 to 640 hp.

S6 · Diesel· 344–349 PS
2018 2021
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
2.0L TFSI · Benziner Mild-Hybrid· 245–265 PS Engine Change
2018 2024
Good Choice 7 weaknesses
2018 2024
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
3.0L TFSI V6 · Benziner Mild-Hybrid· 333–340 PS
2018 2024
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
RS6 Avant · Benziner Mild-Hybrid· 600 PS
2019 2024
Be Careful 10 weaknesses
RS6 Avant Performance · Benziner Mild-Hybrid· 630 PS
2023 2024
Be Careful 10 weaknesses
S6 Avant · Benziner Mild-Hybrid· 450 PS
2019 2024
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
50 TFSI e Avant · Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid· 299 PS
2021 2023
Be Careful 10 weaknesses
55 TFSI e Avant · Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid· 367 PS
2021 2024
Be Careful 9 weaknesses
2.0L TDI · Diesel Mild-Hybrid· 163–204 PS Engine Change
2018 2024
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
2018 2024
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
2018 2024
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
3.0L TDI V6 · Diesel Mild-Hybrid· 231–344 PS Engine Change
2018 2024
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
2018 2024
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
2018 2024
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
2023 2024
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
30 TDI · Diesel Mild-Hybrid· 136 PS
2019 2024
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
S6 · Diesel Mild-Hybrid· 340–349 PS Engine Change
2019 2024
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
2019 2024
Stay Away! 5 weaknesses

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
Recall: Panoramic Roof Can Detach

Contamination of the bonding surface during manufacture can cause the rear panoramic roof module to detach. Affects A6 models produced in 2018.

Symptoms: Wind noise, leaks at sunroof; in extreme cases rear glass panel detaches at speed
Low
Recall: Panoramic Roof Bonding Defective

On the A6 Avant (MY 2018), the rear glass panel of the panoramic roof was incorrectly bonded. Audi recalled 1,435 vehicles in Germany. Creaking/scraping noises and water ingress are further known issues with the panoramic roof.

Symptoms: Creaking or scraping noises from roof area, wind noise from panoramic roof, possible water ingress in rain.
High
Recall: PHEV Battery Overheating Risk During Charging

High-voltage battery cell modules on A6, A7, Q5 PHEV models can overheat during charging (KBA 15722R / code 93AD). 53,449 vehicles worldwide, 17,012 in Germany affected (production period 08/2019–08/2024). Software update takes approx. 60 minutes.

Symptoms: Unusual smells or heat generation during charging.
Low

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Audi A6 C8 Avant have? +
The Audi A6 C8 as Avant has 123 known weaknesses, 6 vehicle-related.
Which engine is recommended? +
Good Choice: DMTA (2.0L TFSI).
Is the Audi A6 C8 Avant worth buying used? +
Caution is advised with the Audi A6 C8 Avant — 2 of 18 engine variants are rated 'Stay Away!'.

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee

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