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2012 Audi A6 MPG & fuel economy

The 2012 Audi A6 is a midsize car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 28 MPG combined (25 city / 33 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 22 to 28 MPG. That's up 4 MPG from the 2011 model. Among 50 midsize cars rated for 2012, it ranks 29th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,116 a year to fuel.

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Combined 28 MPG 25 MPG city · 33 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,116 15,000 mi/yr · $14.11 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2012 #29 of 50 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2012 Audi A6's fuel average is 11.9 km/L (8.4 L/100 km), or 28 MPG combined: 10.6 km/L in the city and 14.0 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2510.69.4
Highway3314.07.1
Combined2811.98.4

How it ranks among 2012 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid95 MPGe + 50 MPG $888
  2. 2Nissan Leaf99 MPGe $918
  3. 3Toyota Prius48 MPG $969
  4. 4Toyota Camry Hybrid40 MPG $1,162
  5. 5Ford Fusion Hybrid38 MPG $1,224
  6. 29Audi A628 MPG $2,116
  7. 50Ferrari FF13 MPG $4,558
2012 A6Other midsize carsClass median: $1,980/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

A6 MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · CVT
A6
Gas 25 MPG 33 MPG 28 MPG — $2,116
AWD · 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged · 8-speed automatic
A6 quattro
Gas 19 MPG 28 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
CVT
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
97 cu ft
Cargo volume
14 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
317 g/mi

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2012 Audi A6?

Up to 28 MPG combined (25 city / 33 highway); ratings range from 22 to 28 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2012 Audi A6 use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2012 Audi A6?

The 2012 Audi A6's fuel average is 11.9 km/L (8.4 L/100 km), or 28 MPG combined: 10.6 km/L in the city and 14.0 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2012 Audi A6 per year?

About $2,116 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $14.11 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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