
Audi S6 C6 — Wheel Fitment & Specs
Overview
The Audi S6 C6 (2006–2011) is a high-performance variant of the Audi A6 executive car, produced by German automaker Audi on the Volkswagen Group C6 platform. Available in saloon/sedan and Avant (estate/wagon) body styles, it features an advanced 5.2-liter V10 engine with quattro all-wheel drive. This generation marked a significant upgrade from its predecessor, offering enhanced performance and technological advancements.
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 | 7.5J–9J | ET31–ET57 |
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.
UK popularity & demand
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 40v FSI V10 | 5.2L 40-valve DOHC FSI V10 petrol engine with variable valve tim | petrol | 320 hp | quattro |
| 4.2L 40v V8 | 4.2L 40-valve DOHC V8 petrol engine with variable intake manifol | petrol | 250 hp | quattro |
| 4.2L V8 (S6 Plus) | 4.2L 32v DOHC V8 petrol engine, reworked for higher power output | 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 | 155 mph |
| 4.2L V8 (S6 Plus) | 240 hp | 5.6 s | |
| 4.2L 40v V8 | 250 hp | 6.7 s | 155 mph |
| 5.2L 40v FSI V10 | 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
Introduced at the 2006 North American International Auto Show, the C6 S6 underwent a facelift in late 2008 for the 2009 model year, incorporating Audi's third-generation MMI electronics controller and real-time traffic information. Notable variants include the standard saloon and Avant models.
Reliability & owner notes
- Pros: Advanced V10 engine, powerful performance, quattro all-wheel drive
- Cons: High fuel consumption, expensive maintenance
- Common issues: None specified in reference