Used Audi A6 for Sale nearSan Diego, CA

How much does the Audi A6 cost in today's market?

Used Audi A6 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Audi A6's current nationwide average price is $26,773, and its year-round low is $22,018.18. That gives you a useful snapshot of where this model is trading right now across the lineup.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Audi A6 a good car?

Yes — the Audi A6 is a strong used luxury sedan choice if you want a refined cabin, premium-feeling road manners, and a model that has long blended comfort with technology. The all-generations owner rating is 4.59/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the A6 for its luxury feel, smooth driving experience, and advanced technology. Comfort, performance, and a polished interior come up again and again, especially for long-distance driving and everyday usability.

Expert reviews rate the 2019 and 2026 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on interior refinement in the newest model, infotainment execution, and driving polish, with some years also drawing comments about maintenance costs and fuel economy. Even so, the A6 remains appealing if you want a premium sedan that feels well-rounded and upscale.

28.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Audi A6 models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Audi A6 for its comfort, performance, and premium-feeling features, and the model’s long-running reputation for smooth driving and upscale interiors shows up across multiple years. Expert feedback also points to a well-equipped, composed luxury sedan that tends to deliver a polished ownership experience.

• Owners rate the Audi A6 between 3.86 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by choosing a well-documented example with a clean history and strong maintenance records.

What should I look for when buying a used Audi A6?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 77.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, rear cross-traffic alert, blind-spot monitors, traffic-sign recognition, parking sensors, and lane-departure warning
• Infotainment: a standard 11.9-inch digital instrument cluster and 14.5-inch touchscreen with standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: EPA-rated 23 mpg combined (20 mpg city, 29 mpg highway)

Which Audi A6 trim should I buy?

The 2026 Audi A6 offers these trims:

• Premium: the base A6 Premium brings the turbocharged 3.0-liter V6, seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, standard quattro all-wheel drive, and 19-inch wheels with all-season run-flat tires.
• Premium Plus: this trim adds adaptive cruise assist with automated lane centering and a 360-degree camera system, making it the best-value trim for shoppers who want more convenience and driver-assist tech.
• Prestige: the top trim adds adaptive air suspension, and it can be paired with the Sport Plus Package for rear-axle steering and Audi’s sport rear differential.

What Audi A6 do most buyers choose?

The Audi A6 years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2018.

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices on trim, mileage, and condition, which makes it easier to compare listings and find a car that fits your budget. They also tend to be the years shoppers return to most often because the supply is broad enough to support more deal opportunities.

What is the Audi A6's resale value?

Most Audi A6 model years are showing clear year-over-year price declines, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The biggest drops are concentrated in newer years, while a few older model years are falling more slowly. That pattern suggests there are still opportunities to find value across much of the lineup.

The 2023, 2016, and 2015 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Audi A6 safe?

• 2026: 6/10
• 2019: 10/10

The 2026 A6 comes standard with adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, rear cross-traffic alert, blind-spot monitors, traffic-sign recognition, parking sensors, and lane-departure warning.

For the safest used buy, the 2019 model posts the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Audi A6 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −12.71% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −19.84%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 27.8% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 30.8%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $30,931. The Audi A6 offers a premium cabin with a calm, upscale character that makes it easy to live with every day.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest A6 uses a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 with 362 horsepower and 406 pound-feet of torque.
• Tech: The latest A6 brings a standard 11.9-inch digital instrument cluster and 14.5-inch touchscreen, plus standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Safety: The latest A6 adds adaptive cruise assist with automated lane centering and a 360-degree camera system on Premium Plus and Prestige trims.
• Starting price: Pricing starts at $65,395 for the base A6 Premium.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2027 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.