

Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Audi A6 | Audi Q7 | |
Engine | supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 310 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900 |
4.2L V8 OHC-4v 350 hp@6800 325 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.7 in | 118.2 in | -3.5 in |
Length | 193.9 in | 200.2 in | -6.3 in |
Width | 73.8 in | 78.1 in | -4.3 in |
Height | 57.8 in | 68.4 in | -10.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4045 lb. | 5269 lb. | -1224 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 39.5 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 58.7 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.3 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.0 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 58.1 in | -1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 37.1 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.6 in | -48.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 107.6 in (over 3 rows) | -28.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.1 ft3 | 10.9 ft3 | 3.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.1 | 40.1 ft3 | -26 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.1 ft3 | 88.7 ft3 | -74.6 ft3 |
2012 Audi A6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 310hp 3.0L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very supportive seats, nice leather, great heated seats. see full Audi A6 review |
2012 Audi A6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 300hp 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat room is average, no better. see full Audi A6 review |
2008 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The middle seat of all the SUVs we looked at, had the most room to move furthest forward or backward to allow far rear seat passengers most accommodation. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat legroom is greater than other vehicles I evaluated in this category: Acura MDX, BMW X5, Mercedes ML; seats more plush; more cargo space. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 350-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front seats for long drives. see full Audi Q7 review |