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Audi A6 Base (2012) price & specs
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Overview
The 2012 Audi A6 Base is a front-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the Australian market on 7th July 2012 classified as a C7. The Audi A6 is regarded as a Large Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $77,900 before on-road costs.
This Audi A6 is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 132 kW of power (at 4000 rpm) and 320 Nm of torque (at 1500 rpm) via a Variable SP AUTOMATIC transmission. Audi claims the A6 Base uses 6.4L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 149g of CO2. It has a 70L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1094km per full tank
The Audi A6 measures 1455mm (57.3 inches) in height, 4915mm (193.5 inches) in length, 1874mm (73.8 inches) in width with a 2912mm (114.6 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1565kg (3450.2 lbs) of unladen weight. The A6 Base comes standard with 225/55 R17 front tyres and 225/55 R17 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
75.36 - 121.21 kW/t
72.05 kW/t
211.83 kW/t
Boot Space
530 - 565 litres
465 litres
695 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5 - 8.2 L/100km
4.7 L/100km
12.5 L/100km
Vehicle Range
915 - 1,400 km
560 km
1,569 km
Price
$77,900 - $121,500
$77,400
$244,500
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
3 years
2 years
3 years
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Dimensions
4,915 mm
1,874 mm
1,455 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,915 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,874 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,912 mm |
| Load Capacity | 660 mm |
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Explore Audi A6 Features & Specs
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Front Digital Television: yes
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 7.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 7.5
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 4.5
CO2 Level (Combined): 149
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 82.5
Engine (cc): 1984
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 92.8
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 18.5
Main Capacity (L): 70
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 15.4
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Screen Size (in): 8.0
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1094
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 680
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 15.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 44
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 37
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 18.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 52
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 44
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 12.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 8.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 35
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 29
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.4
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.3
Maximum Speed (km/h): 226
Maximum Speed (mph): 140
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 180
Maximum Power (kW): 132
Maximum Torque (Nm): 320
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Continuously Variable With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: Variable
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Sports Steering Wheel: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Multi-Link
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Front
Front Operation: Automatic
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 20
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 20
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: MLB
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
External Dimensions
Overall Height (in): 57.3
Overall Height (mm): 1455
Overall Length (in): 193.5
Overall Length (mm): 4915
Overall Width (in): 73.8
Overall Width (mm): 1874
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 39.0
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11900
Wheelbase (in): 114.6
Wheelbase (mm): 2912
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Cornering LED Lights Location: Cornering Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Electric
Location: Side
Side Blind Type: Manual
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2225
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4905
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1565
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3450
Tare Weight (kg): 1520
Audio System
Brand Name: Manufacturer'S Own
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Glove Box Capacity: 6
Location: Glove Box
Glove Box Media Type: DVD
External Connections
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Bang & Olufsen
Number of Speakers: 10
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Alloy
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20110916
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 2.0 Diesel Lhd
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Active Seat Bolstering: yes
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Active Seat Bolstering: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Individual Rear Location: Individual Rear
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
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