Audi A6 vs Audi S5 Sportback

Last Updated: August 28, 2026

Audi A6 price starts at Rs. 69.89 Lakh, which is Rs. 3.68 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Audi S5 Sportback, priced at Rs. 73.57 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the A6 offers a claimed 14.11 kmpl, while the S5 Sportback delivers 8.8 kmpl. On the performance front, the A6 uses a 1984cc engine producing 241.3bhp@5000-6500rpm and the S5 Sportback a 2994cc engine producing 348.66bhp@5400-6400rpm. If you're deciding between the A6 and S5 Sportback, the A6 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the S5 Sportback stands out for performance.

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A6 vs S5 Sportback Comparison Summary

Specification Audi A6Audi S5 Sportback
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 69.89 LakhRs. 73.57 Lakh
Mileage 14.11 kmpl8.8 kmpl
Engine 1984 cc2994 cc
Max power 241.3bhp@5000-6500rpm348.66bhp@5400-6400rpm
Top speed 250 Km/h250 Km/h

A6 vs S5 Sportback Key Highlights

Basic Info Audi A6 45 TFSI TechnologyAudi S5 Sportback 3.0L TFSI
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Brand Name Audi Audi
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 69.89 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 73.57 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1984 cc 2994 cc
Body Type SedanAll Sedan Cars CoupeAll Sedan Cars
Max Power 241.3bhp@5000-6500rpm 348.66bhp@5400-6400rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 6
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 7-Speed 8-Speed tiptronic
Drive Type FWD AWD
Colors
Audi A6 Colors
Audi S5 Sportback Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 14.11 Kmpl 8.8 Kmpl
Tyre Size 245/45/ R18 255/35 R19
Boot Space 530 Liters 480 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
EMI
Rs. 1,35,199 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 1,42,318 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance A6 Insurance S5 Sportback Insurance
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Displacement
1984 cc
2994 cc
Engine Type
In Line Petrol Engine
3.0 L V6 TFSI Petrol engine
Engine Displacement
1984 cc
2994 cc
Max Power
241.3bhp@5000-6500rpm
348.66bhp@5400-6400rpm
Max Torque
370Nm@1600-4500rpm
500Nm@1370-4500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
6
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
7-Speed
8-Speed tiptronic
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
AWD
Valve Configuration
DOHC
Not Available
Paddle Shift
Yes
Not Available
Fuel Supply System
Direct Injection
TFSI
Kerb Weight
1740 Kg
1760 Kg
Turbo Charger
Yes
Yes
Super Charge
No
Not Available
Mild Hybrid
Not Available
No
Fast Charging
Not Available
No

20-80 kmph (kickdown)
4.48 s
Not Available
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
0-100 kmph
6.8 Sec
4.8 Sec
Fuel Capacity
73 Liters
58 Liters
Top Speed
250 Km/h
250 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
14.11 Kmpl
8.8 Kmpl

Shock Absorbers Type
Adaptive
Coil Spring
steeringGearType
Rack & Pinio
Rack & Pinio
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Brakes Rear
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Steering Type
Power
Not Available
Minimum Turning Radius
5.95 m
Not Available
Tyre Size
245/45/ R18
255/35 R19
Tyre Type
Tubeless,Radial
Tubeless,Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
No
Yes
Ventilated Seats
No
Not Available
Additional Interior Features
20.32cm TFT Colour Display, Gear Selector Lever Knob In Leather, Driver Information System, 17.78cm Colour Display
Pedals and footrest in stainless steel, Ambient & Contour Lighting, Audi Drive Select,Storage and Luggage Compartment package, Headliner in Black fabric,Alcantara/Leather combination upholstery,Flat bottom steering wheel with leather wrapped multi-function plus, 4-way lumbar support for the front seats,Decorative inserts in Matte Brushed Aluminum,
Electronic Multi-Tripmeter
Yes
Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
Not Available
Yes
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Yes
Lighting
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
LED Headlights,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
Interior Lighting
Not Available
Ambient light,Footwell Lamp,Reading Lamp,Boot Lamp,Glove Box Lamp
Dual Tone Body Colour
Not Available
No
Leather Seats
Yes
Yes
Rear Seat Headrest
Yes
Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Digital Odometer
Yes
Yes
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Cargo Volume
530
465
Seating Capacity
5
5
Doors
4
4
Boot Space
530 Liters
480 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
Trunk Opener
Remote
Smart
Additional Exterior Features
Panoramic Glass sunroof,MMI Navigation with MMI Touch Response,4 Zone Air conditioning,Audi Sound System,Audi Music Interface in rear
Exterior mirror housings in aluminum look, S model bumpers, Illuminated Scuff Plates with "S" logo. Matrix LED Headlamps with Dynamic Turn Signal, Alloy Wheels, 5 double arm S-style, Graphite Grey with 255/35 R19 tires,
Rain Sensing Wiper
Yes
No
Wheel Covers
No
No
Automatic Driving Lights
Yes
Not Available
Chrome Garnish
No
Yes
Integrated Antenna
Yes
Yes
LED DRLs
Not Available
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
Not Available
Yes
LED Taillights
Not Available
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
No
Not Available
Sun Roof
Yes
Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
Yes
Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
Yes
Yes
Tinted Glass
No
No
Side Stepper
No
No
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
No
Not Available
Headlamp Washers
Not Available
Yes
Chrome Grille
Yes
Yes
Outside Temperature Display
Yes
Yes
Heated Wing Mirror
Not Available
Yes
Smoke Headlamps
No
No
Removable Convertible Top
No
No
Roof Carrier
No
No
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Yes
Xenon Headlights
No
Not Available
Trunk Light
Yes
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Antenna
No
No
Roof Rails
No
No
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4939*2110*1470 mm3
4765*1845*1390 mm3
Wheelbase
2500 mm
2651 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
165 mm
Not Available
No. Of Doors
4
4

In Car Entertainment (Audio)
Bose Surround Sound System, Audi Sound System, Bluetooth Interface For Hands-Free Mode and Audio Streaming, CD Player, DVD Player, FM/AM/Radio, Speakers Front and Rear, Integrated 2DIN Audio, Bluetooth Connectivity, USB and Auxiliary input, Touch Screen, SD Card
Not Available
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, SD Card Reader
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Door Armrest, Air Vents In The B-Pillar, Different Modes Auto, Comfort, Dynamic, Efficiency, and Individual
Not Available
USB Charger
Front
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
Available
Tailgate Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
No
Not Available
Rear Curtain
Available
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
Yes
Yes
Battery Saver
No
Not Available
Lane Change Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Additional Entertainment Features
Electrically Extending High-Resolution 20.32cm Colour Display, 3D Map Representation With Display Of Lots Of Sightseeing Information and City Models, Detailed Route Information: Map Preview, Choice of Alternative Routes, Lane Recommendations, Motorway Exits, Detailed Junction Maps, Access To Smartphone Voice Control, Driver Information System With 17.78cm Colour Display, Bose Surround Sound System, DVD player, Audi sound system, Subwoofers
Not Available
Smart Entry
Yes
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
5 Zone
3 Zone
Massage Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Driver's Seat Only
Driver's Seat Only
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
All
Autonomous Parking
Not Available
Not Available
Drive Modes
5
4
Internal Storage
Yes
No
No of Speakers
21
19
Rear Entertainment System
No
Not Available
Adjustable Steering
Yes
Yes
Android Auto
Yes
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Yes
Cassette Player
No
No
Power Boot
Not Available
Yes
USB Ports
Available
Available
Additional Features
Panoramic Glass sunroof,MMI Navigation with MMI Touch Response,4 Zone Air conditioning,Audi Sound System,Audi Music Interface in rear
Exterior mirror housings in aluminum look, S model bumpers, Illuminated Scuff Plates with "S" logo. Matrix LED Headlamps with Dynamic Turn Signal, Alloy Wheels, 5 double arm S-style, Graphite Grey with 255/35 R19 tires,
No of Tweeter
No
No
Power Windows
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Power Windows Front
Yes
Yes
Power Windows Rear
Yes
Yes
Rear Window Washer
No
No
Speakers
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Audio System Remote Control
Yes
Yes
CD Changer
No
No
CD Player
Yes
No
Cupholders Rear
Yes
Yes
Driving Experience Control Eco
No
Yes
Integrated 2-Din Audio
Yes
Yes
Rear Folding Table
No
No
Remote Trunk Opener
Yes
Yes
Power Folding 3rd Row Seat
Not Available
No
Compass
Not Available
Yes
Smart Key Band
Yes
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Height & Reach
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
No
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
Not Available
10.11
Lumbar Support
Yes
Yes
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes
Not Available
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
Not Available
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
No
Engine Start Stop Button
Yes
Yes
Rear ACVents
Yes
Yes
Touchscreen
Yes
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Yes
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
No
Air Quality Control
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Hands Free Tailgate
Not Available
Yes
Dual Trip Meter
Yes
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Yes
Yes
Memory Function Seats
Driver's Seat Only
Driver's Seat Only
Active Noise Cancellation
Not Available
Yes
Paddle Shifters
Yes
Not Available
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Yes
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Adjustable Headrest
Not Available
Yes
Voice Commands
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Powered Seats
Front Only
Front Only
Cooled Glovebox
Yes
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Yes
Push Ignition
Yes
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
USB Auxiliary Input
Yes
Yes
DVD Playback
Yes
No
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
GPS Navigation System
Yes
Yes
Speakers Front
Yes
Yes
Speakers Rear
Yes
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
No
Follow me home headlamps
No
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
Yes
No
Front Cupholders
Yes
Yes
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Cigarette Lighter
Yes
No
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Moon Roof
Yes
Yes

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes
Yes
Knee Airbags
No
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
No
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Yes
No
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
No
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Yes
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Not Available
Hill Assist
Yes
Not Available
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
Yes
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes
Yes
Anti Theft Device
Yes
Not Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes
No
Side Airbag Rear
No
Yes
Speed Alert
Not Available
Yes
Fog Lights Front
Yes
Yes
Fog Lights Rear
No
No
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Yes
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
6
10
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Yes
Not Available
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Audi Pre Sense Basic, Head Airbags
Anti-theft wheel bolts, ISOFIX child seat anchors and top tether for outer rear seats, Parking Aid Plus, Hold assist, cruise control with Speed limiter
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Front
Front
Rear Wash Wiper
No
No
Day Night IRVM
Yes
No
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
No
Side Airbag
Yes
Yes

Find My Car Location
Not Available
Yes

grossWeight
2345
2035 kg

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Audi A6
  • New flashy design to the interiors
  • Three coloured screens to cocoon you in the drivers cockpit
  • New chassis is quite agile and comfortable
  • Petrol is refined and powerful
  • Looks sharp
Audi A6
  • No diesel option
  • Not really a chauffeur driven option
  • Not really exciting from behind the wheel either
  • Only one drivetrain option
  • Audi has also chosen to leave quattro all-wheel drive, all-wheel steering and the more powerful engines off the options list

Is Audi A6 Better Than Audi S5 Sportback?

80% users have chosen Audi A6 over Audi S5 Sportback in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 116 users have also rated Audi A6 and Audi S5 Sportback on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences Audi A6 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort, maintenance, safety and features in your car. But Audi S5 Sportback is better on the grounds of mileage and performance.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor S5 Sportback A6
Mileage 3.9 4.0
Performance 4.5 5.0
Comfort 4.6 3.0
Maintenance 3.2 3.0
Safety 4.6 4.0
Features 4.5 4.0
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Which car is best between Audi A6 vs Audi S5 Sportback?
As per the users experiences Audi A6 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort, maintenance, safety and features in your car. But Audi S5 Sportback is better on the grounds of mileage and performance.
Which car is cheaper Audi A6 vs Audi S5 Sportback?
The Audi A6 is cheaper than Audi S5 Sportback by ₹3.68 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Audi A6 vs Audi S5 Sportback?
The Audi A6 delivers better mileage 14.11 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Audi A6 vs Audi S5 Sportback?
For the 45 TFSI Technology version, 1984 cc Petrol engine of A6 produces 241.3bhp@5000-6500rpm of power and 370Nm@1600-4500rpm of torque. Whereas for the 3.0L TFSI version, 2994 cc Petrol engine of S5 Sportback produces 348.66bhp@5400-6400rpm of power and 500Nm@1370-4500rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Audi A6 has better performance.

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