How many Audi A6 are there on UK roads?

Approximately 128,620 Audi A6 are licensed in the UK, according to DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025).

Audi A6 C6 — Wheel Fitment & Specs

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 1994–present

TL;DR — The Audi A6 C6 (1994–present) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 57.1 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~120 Nm. It accepts ~7J–9J wheels at ET27–ET45.

Overview

The Audi A6 C6 is an executive car manufactured by Audi AG, succeeding the C5 generation and preceding the C7. It was produced from 1998 to 2004 for the saloon variant and until 2005 for the Avant (estate) model. The C6 series continued the tradition of offering both front-wheel-drive and quattro all-wheel-drive options, with a range of petrol and diesel engines available across various markets. This generation saw improvements in design, technology, and performance over its predecessor, maintaining Audi's reputation for engineering excellence and luxury.

Wheel fitment

Bolt pattern (PCD)	5x112
Centre bore	57.1 mm
Bolt / thread	M14x1.5 (bolts)
Wheel-bolt torque	120 Nm
Seat type	radius
Factory setup	square
TPMS	indirect

Aftermarket wheel sizes — read per position:

Position	Width	Offset
Front	7J–9J	ET27–ET45

As a rule, each extra 1J of width wants roughly +8–10 ET to keep the wheel tucked. The exact offset and any spacer are confirmed by the fit-check.

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UK popularity & demand

~128,620 Audi A6 licensed on UK roads — top 3% of models by volume.

Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 128,620 Audi A6 on UK roads, placing it in the top 3% of car models by volume across our fitment database. That makes its wheel fitment a high-demand size to keep in stock — one reason we track its exact spec here.

Source: DfT/DVLA licensed-vehicle statistics (VEH0124), matched to the AIWheelTech fitment database.

Engines & drivetrain

Variant	Engine	Fuel	Power	Drive
4.2 32v (AHK)	4.2L V8 DOHC	petrol	240 hp	Quattro
4.2 32v (AEC)	4.2L V8 DOHC	petrol	213 hp	Quattro
2.2 20v Turbo (AAN)	2.2L Inline 5 DOHC	petrol	169 hp	Quattro
2.8 30v (ACK)	2.8L V6 DOHC	petrol	142 hp	Quattro
2.8 12v (AAH)	2.8L V6 SOHC	petrol	128 hp	Quattro
2.0 8v MPFI	2.0L Inline 4 SOHC	petrol	115 hp	Quattro
2.5 TDI 10v	2.5L Inline 5 SOHC	diesel	115 hp	Quattro
2.4 12v (AFM)	2.4L V6 SOHC	petrol	110 hp	Quattro
2.6 12v (ABC)	2.6L V6 SOHC	petrol	110 hp	Quattro
2.0 16v (ACE)	2.0L Inline 4 DOHC	petrol	103 hp	Quattro
2.3 10v (AAR)	2.3L Inline 5 SOHC	petrol	98 hp	Quattro
1.8 20v (ADR)	1.8L Inline 4 DOHC	petrol	92 hp	Quattro
2.0 8v SPFI (ABK)	2.0L Inline 4 SOHC	petrol	74 hp	Quattro
1.9 TDI 8v	1.9L Inline 4 SOHC	diesel	66 hp	Quattro

Performance

Variant	Power	0–62 mph	Top speed
4.2 32v (AHK)	240 hp	5.6 s	149 mph

Dimensions

Length	4797 mm
Width	1783 mm
Height	1430 mm
Wheelbase	2687 mm
Kerb weight	1480 kg

Body styles & production

Body styles	Saloon, Avant
Produced	1994–present

Trim levels

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History & notable variants

The A6 C6 was introduced as an evolution of the previous model, featuring subtle exterior changes such as revised front and rear styling elements to enhance aerodynamics and aesthetics. It received a mid-cycle refresh in 2004, known as a facelift (LCI), which included updates to the interior design, infotainment systems, and engine options. Notable variants include the S6 performance model and the allroad quattro for off-road capabilities.

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