How many Audi S6 are there on UK roads?

Approximately 1,742 Audi S6 are licensed in the UK, according to DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025).

Audi S6 C5 — Wheel Fitment & Specs

By Torque, AIWheelTech vehicle & fitment specialist · 1994–2025

TL;DR — The Audi S6 C5 (1994–2025) uses a 5x112 bolt pattern, 57.1 mm centre bore, M14x1.5 bolts torqued to ~120 Nm. It accepts ~8J–9J wheels at ET27–ET42.

Overview

The Audi S6 C5 (1999–2003) is a high-performance variant of the Audi A6 executive car, produced by German automaker Audi on the Volkswagen Group C platform series. It was available in saloon and Avant body styles, featuring a 4.2-litre V8 engine with quattro all-wheel drive as standard. Compared to its predecessor, it offered improved performance, emissions compliance, and enhanced suspension tuning for better handling.

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	8J–9J	ET27–ET42

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

~1,742 Audi S6 licensed on UK roads — top 26% of models by volume.

Based on DfT VEH0124 vehicle-parc data (2025), there are approximately 1,742 Audi S6 on UK roads, placing it in the top 26% 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
5.2L V10 FSI (C6)	5.2L 40v DOHC V10 petrol engine with gasoline direct injection a	petrol	320 hp	Quattro
4.2L V8 (standard)	4.2L 40v DOHC V8 petrol engine with variable intake manifold	petrol	250 hp	Quattro
4.2L V8 (S6 Plus)	4.2L 32v DOHC V8 petrol engine, high performance version	petrol	240 hp	Quattro
4.2L V8 (optional)	4.2L 32v DOHC V8 petrol engine	petrol	213 hp	Quattro
2.2L turbocharged I5	2.2L 20v turbocharged inline-five cylinder petrol engine	petrol	169 hp	Quattro

Performance

Variant	Power	0–62 mph	Top speed
2.2L turbocharged I5	169 hp	6.7 s	149 mph
4.2L V8 (optional)	213 hp	5.9 s	154 mph
4.2L V8 (S6 Plus)	240 hp	5.6 s
4.2L V8 (standard)	250 hp	6.7 s	155 mph
5.2L V10 FSI (C6)	320 hp	5.2 s	155 mph

Dimensions

Length	4892 mm
Width	1803 mm
Height	1435 mm
Wheelbase	2692 mm
Kerb weight	1730 kg

Body styles & production

Body styles	Saloon, Avant
Produced	1994–2025

Trim levels

History & notable variants

The Audi S6 C5 was introduced in late 1997 alongside the new A6 platform. It featured a more powerful 4.2-litre V8 engine with advanced emission control technology to meet EU3 standards. The model received an upgrade in May 2000, improving power output and emissions compliance. Notably, Audi's high-performance subsidiary quattro GmbH developed the RS6 variant based on this platform from 2002-2004.

Reliability & owner notes

Pros: Powerful V8 engine, advanced emissions control technology, improved handling
Cons: Limited production run, high fuel consumption