Does the 2021 Audi A6 need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$277extra a year
- Premium listed for the 45 TFSI Premium AWD.
- All 7 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 60% of 75 sedans (2021) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 TFSI Premium AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| 45 TFSI Premium Plus AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| 55 TFSI Prestige AWD | 3.0L 6cyl | Premium | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| Sport 45 TFSI Premium AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| Sport 45 TFSI Premium Plus AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| allroad 55 TFSI Premium Plus AWD | 3.0L 6cyl | Premium | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| allroad 55 TFSI Prestige AWD | 3.0L 6cyl | Premium | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Audi A6 | 45 TFSI Premium AWD | Premium |
| 2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | E 350 RWD | Premium |
| 2021 BMW 5 Series | 530i RWD | Premium |
| 2021 Volvo S90 | T6 Momentum AWD | Premium |
| 2021 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell | FWD | Hydrogen |
| 2021 Audi S4 | Premium AWD | Premium |
| 2021 Toyota Mirai | XLE RWD | Hydrogen |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree