The 2026 Audi A6 window sticker reads 23 mpg combined (20 city, 29 highway) for the 3L 6-cyl. NHTSA gives the 2026 A6 5 stars overall, and a used 2026 asks about $58,999 today.
The Audi A6 window sticker — build, options & years
The Audi A6 ran from 1995–2026 across 7 generations (1995, 1996, 1999–2002, 2005–2011, 2014–2017, 2020–2023, 2026).
For year-by-year recalls, MPG and safety, see the full Audi A6 VIN decoder.
What the Audi A6 sticker says about fuel
EPA figures for the 2026 A6:
The label also prints an estimated $3,350 a year in fuel at 15,000 miles, and 427 g/mi of CO₂. In its EPA class (Midsize Cars, 2026) the best A6 version ranks #18 of 23 on combined MPG (the class best is 57 mpg).
How the A6's sticker figure changed
Combined MPG by model year, 1995 to 2026:
Combined went from 19 mpg in 1995 to 23 in 2026; the best year on file is 2014 at 29 mpg. EPA revised its testing method in 2008, so stickers printed before and after that year are not directly comparable.
Safety ratings printed on the label
NHTSA results for the 2026 A6:
The weak spot is frontal crash: 4 stars against 5 overall. Against other models: safest cars ranking.
The A6 sticker against its rivals
On combined MPG the A6 trails all 3: its most efficient 2026 version reads 23 mpg, the Hyundai Elantra 54.
| Model | EPA year | Best combined | NHTSA overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audi A6 | 2026 | 5★ | |
| Toyota Camry | 2026 | 5★ | |
| Honda Accord | 2026 | 5★ | |
| Hyundai Elantra | 2026 | 5★ |
What a used A6 sells for now
Median asking price by model year, from 153 live US listings:
| Model year | Median asking price | Sample |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 12 listings | |
| 2020 | 8 listings | |
| 2019 | 14 listings | |
| 2018 | 10 listings | |
| 2017 | 11 listings | |
| 2016 | 24 listings | |
| 2015 | 16 listings | |
| 2014 | 17 listings | |
| 2013 | 13 listings | |
| 2012 | 11 listings | |
| 2011 | 8 listings | |
| 2009 | 9 listings |
A 2026 A6 asks a median $58,999 today, a 2009 about $4,963. Full breakdown on the Audi A6 value page.
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A6 window sticker — every model year
ForCar has built 71 A6 window stickers from VINs so far, opened 121 times. The most requested model years are 2026, 2023 and 2020.
Any A6 from 1995–2026: the VIN carries the model year, so there is no year to pick. Other Audi models: Audi window stickers.
Other Audi window stickers
| Model | Years covered | Class | Best EPA figure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audi R8 | Two Seaters | 18 mpg | |
| Audi Q5 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 27 mpg | |
| Audi A4 | Compact Cars | 31 mpg | |
| Audi Q3 | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 26 mpg | |
| Audi Q7 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 22 mpg | |
| Audi A5 | Subcompact Cars | 30 mpg |
Where to find the VIN on a Audi A6
- WindshieldLower-left corner, driver's side, readable from outside without opening anything.
- Door jambOn the driver's door frame of every A6, next to the tire-pressure and build-date plate.
- DocumentsRegistration, title and insurance card — on a Audi A6 all three must show the same number.
Window sticker — frequently asked
What MPG does the Audi A6 window sticker show?
The 2026 label shows up to 23 mpg combined, #18 of 23 in its EPA class (Midsize Cars). EPA puts the fuel bill at about $3,350 a year.
What safety rating is on the Audi A6 sticker?
5 stars overall from NHTSA for the 2026 model, by test: frontal crash 4, side crash 5, rollover 5.
Does the A6 sticker show better MPG than the Toyota Camry?
No: the most efficient 2026 A6 reads 23 mpg combined, the 2026 Toyota Camry 51.
Which Audi A6 years do people look up most?
2026, with 7 of the 71 A6 window stickers built on ForCar, followed by 2023 and 2020.
What is a used Audi A6 worth now?
A 2026 asks a median $58,999 and a 2009 about $4,963, across 153 live listings. More on the Audi A6 value page.
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