Prestige 55 TFSI
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The Prestige 55 TFSI trim represents the pinnacle of luxury in the Audi A6 lineup. It includes premium Valcona leather upholstery, a panoramic sunroof, and a state-of-the-art Bang & Olufsen sound system. This trim also encompasses all available driver assistance features along with a comprehensive suite of technology enhancements, making it the most fully equipped variant of the A6 55 TFSI.
Hierarchy Order
3
Registered Cars
1
Base Model?
No
Generation
Audi A6 55 TFSI
Model
Audi A6
Brand
Audi
Performance
3.0L TFSI V6 Engine
The Audi A6 55 TFSI is powered by a robust 3.0-liter TFSI V6 engine that delivers 335 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. This engine features a supercharger for enhanced performance and acceleration, resulting in a 0-60 mph time of approximately 5.1 seconds. Compared to competitors, this engine offers a balance of power and efficiency, making it a standout in the luxury sedan segment.
Quattro All-Wheel Drive
Equipped with Audi's legendary Quattro all-wheel drive system, the A6 55 TFSI Prestige provides superior traction and stability in various driving conditions. This system automatically distributes power between the front and rear wheels, enhancing handling and cornering. Compared to rear-wheel drive sedans, Quattro offers better performance in wet and slippery conditions.
Dynamic Steering
Dynamic Steering adjusts the steering ratio based on speed and driving conditions, providing enhanced responsiveness and agility. At lower speeds, the steering is lighter for easier maneuverability, while at higher speeds, it becomes firmer for improved stability. This feature offers a more engaging driving experience compared to traditional fixed-ratio steering systems, making it particularly advantageous in urban environments and during spirited driving.
Sport Differential
The Sport Differential optimally distributes torque between the rear wheels, enhancing traction and cornering performance. This feature allows for more precise handling and improved stability during sharp turns, setting the A6 55 TFSI Prestige apart from competitors that lack such advanced torque vectoring technology. It contributes to a dynamic driving experience by ensuring that power is sent to the wheel with the most grip.
Dynamic All-Wheel Steering
Dynamic All-Wheel Steering enhances maneuverability and stability by allowing the rear wheels to turn slightly in the opposite direction of the front wheels at low speeds, improving agility. At higher speeds, the rear wheels steer in the same direction as the front wheels, providing enhanced stability. This feature sets the A6 apart from many competitors, offering a unique blend of sportiness and comfort.
Comfort
Adaptive Air Suspension
The adaptive air suspension system in the A6 55 TFSI Prestige allows for customizable ride height and comfort levels. This feature adjusts the suspension firmness based on driving conditions and personal preferences, providing a smooth ride on various terrains. Compared to standard suspension systems, this technology enhances both comfort and handling capabilities.
Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
The dual-zone automatic climate control system allows both the driver and front passenger to set their individual temperature preferences. This feature enhances comfort during journeys, ensuring that all occupants can enjoy a personalized climate experience, which is often a standard offering in luxury vehicles but is particularly refined in the A6.
Ventilated Front Seats
The ventilated front seats in the A6 Prestige provide active cooling to enhance passenger comfort during hot weather. This feature utilizes built-in fans to circulate air through perforated leather seats, reducing discomfort and improving overall driving experience. Compared to standard seating options in non-Prestige trims, the ventilated seats offer an additional layer of luxury and comfort for those who prioritize a premium driving environment.
Heated Rear Seats
The heated rear seats in the Prestige trim provide added comfort for backseat passengers during cold weather. This feature ensures a warm, pleasant experience for all occupants, distinguishing it from base trims that may not offer this luxury. The heating settings are adjustable, allowing passengers to customize their comfort.
Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function
The Prestige 55 TFSI trim includes power adjustable front seats that come with a memory function for driver preference. This feature allows the driver to save multiple seating positions, ensuring optimum comfort and convenience for different drivers. Compared to other trims, this memory function enhances usability, especially in shared vehicles.
Interior
Leather Upholstery
The Prestige trim features premium leather upholstery that not only enhances the interior aesthetics but also provides exceptional comfort and durability. The leather is soft to the touch and adds a touch of luxury compared to synthetic materials found in some competitors’ base trims.
LED Interior Lighting Package
The LED interior lighting package enhances the cabin ambiance with customizable ambient lighting options. This feature allows users to select from a wide range of colors to suit their mood or preference, illuminating key areas such as footwells and door panels. Compared to standard interior lighting, this package adds a luxurious touch and a personalized atmosphere, making nighttime drives more enjoyable.
Ambient Interior Lighting
The ambient interior lighting feature allows users to customize the cabin's lighting with a variety of colors and intensities. It creates a mood-enhancing atmosphere, especially during nighttime driving. This feature goes beyond standard interior lighting options found in other trims, providing a personalized touch to the A6's luxurious interior.
Carbon Vector Inlays
The Carbon Vector inlays in the Prestige trim provide a sophisticated and sporty aesthetic, enhancing the interior's luxury feel. These unique inlays contrast with the standard wood or aluminum options found in lower trims, adding a modern touch that appeals to performance enthusiasts and luxury seekers alike.
Ambient Interior Lighting with Customizable Colors
This feature allows drivers to customize the ambient interior lighting with a variety of colors to match their mood or style. Providing a luxurious feel, it enhances the overall driving experience by creating a visually appealing environment. This feature is more advanced compared to lower trims that might offer limited or single-color options.
Technology
12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit
The 12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit display replaces traditional gauges with a customizable digital interface that provides essential driving information, navigation, and infotainment controls directly in the driver's line of sight. This feature enhances usability and can be adjusted to focus on navigation or performance statistics, offering a modern alternative to conventional instrument clusters.
Head-Up Display
The Head-Up Display (HUD) projects essential driving information onto the windshield, allowing drivers to keep their eyes on the road while accessing speed, navigation instructions, and other vital data. This feature enhances safety by minimizing distractions and is designed with high-resolution graphics for clarity. Compared to other trims, the Prestige offers a more extensive range of displayed information, making it a superior choice for tech-savvy drivers.
Virtual 3D Navigation
The Prestige 55 TFSI trim includes an advanced 3D navigation system that provides a visually enhanced mapping experience. This feature utilizes high-resolution satellite imagery and 3D modeling for urban landscapes, helping drivers navigate with greater ease. Compared to standard 2D navigation systems, its intuitive interface and detailed graphics enhance route planning and situational awareness.
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
This feature allows seamless smartphone integration without the need for cables, enabling users to access navigation, music, and messaging apps directly from the vehicle's infotainment system. This convenience enhances the driving experience by reducing clutter and providing easier access to essential apps, setting it apart from trims that require wired connections.
Traffic Jam Pilot
Traffic Jam Pilot is an advanced driver-assistance feature that allows for semi-autonomous driving in congested traffic conditions. It can take over steering, acceleration, and braking, enabling the driver to relax in stop-and-go situations. This feature sets the A6 apart from competitors by offering additional convenience and reducing driver fatigue during heavy traffic.
Entertainment
Bang & Olufsen 3D Sound System
The optional Bang & Olufsen 3D sound system features 19 speakers and a 1,820-watt amplifier, delivering an immersive audio experience. This premium sound system is designed to replicate a concert-like atmosphere inside the cabin, setting a high standard for audio quality in comparison to other luxury sedans that may offer standard audio systems.
Exterior
Matrix LED Headlights
The Matrix LED headlights provide advanced illumination with dynamic light distribution. These headlights automatically adjust the light beam to avoid dazzling oncoming traffic while maximizing visibility. This feature is superior to traditional halogen or even standard LED headlights, enhancing safety during night driving.
Adaptive Headlights
The adaptive headlights automatically adjust the angle of the headlights based on the steering angle and vehicle speed, providing better illumination of curves and corners at night. This feature improves nighttime visibility significantly compared to static headlights, enhancing safety during night drives.
Headlight Washers
Headlight washers help maintain optimal visibility by cleaning the headlights of dirt and grime. This feature is particularly beneficial in adverse weather conditions. While often overlooked, it adds a level of practicality and enhances the aesthetic appeal of the vehicle's front end, distinguishing it from lower trims that may lack this feature.
Full Matrix LED Headlights with Dynamic Turn Signals
The Full Matrix LED Headlights feature advanced technology that provides exceptional illumination while ensuring that oncoming traffic is not blinded. The dynamic turn signals offer a distinctive visual cue during lane changes and turns. Compared to traditional headlights, these provide better visibility and enhance safety during nighttime driving. This feature is standard on the Prestige trim and sets it apart from lower trims, which may offer standard halogen or less advanced LED options.
Headlight Assistant with Adaptive High Beam
The Headlight Assistant with Adaptive High Beam automatically adjusts the intensity and direction of the headlights based on driving conditions, optimizing visibility without blinding oncoming traffic. This feature enhances night driving safety and convenience, distinguishing itself from standard high beam systems by offering real-time adaptability.
Safety
Advanced Safety Features
The A6 55 TFSI Prestige is equipped with a suite of advanced safety technologies including adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and pre-sense front. These systems work collaboratively to enhance driver awareness and mitigate potential collisions, offering a higher level of safety compared to many competitors that may offer these features only as options.
Adaptive Cruise Control with Traffic Jam Assist
This advanced adaptive cruise control system not only maintains a set distance from the vehicle ahead but also features Traffic Jam Assist to help manage stop-and-go traffic automatically. It uses radar and cameras to monitor surrounding traffic and can take over steering, allowing for a more relaxed driving experience in congested conditions. This capability is more sophisticated than the basic adaptive cruise control found in lower trims, providing added convenience and safety.
Traffic Sign Recognition
Traffic Sign Recognition utilizes cameras to identify and display road signs, such as speed limits and no entry signs, on the instrument cluster. This feature enhances driver awareness and compliance with traffic regulations, reducing the risk of violations. Unlike basic speed limit alerts available in some competitors, Audi's system actively recognizes and updates in real-time, providing a comprehensive safety net.
Front and Rear Parking Sensors
Equipped with both front and rear parking sensors, this feature assists drivers in maneuvering the vehicle in tight spaces. The sensors detect obstacles and provide audio and visual alerts, significantly reducing the risk of minor accidents. Compared to competitors, these sensors offer a more comprehensive coverage area, improving overall safety during parking.
Advanced Lane Keeping Assist
Advanced Lane Keeping Assist helps maintain the vehicle's position within its lane by providing gentle steering inputs when necessary. This feature enhances safety on highways and busy roads, making long drives more comfortable. Compared to similar systems in competitor vehicles, it offers higher accuracy and responsiveness.
Convenience
Wireless Charging Station
The wireless charging station allows compatible smartphones to charge without the need for cables, streamlining the driving experience. This feature reflects modern convenience expectations, providing an edge over competitors that may not offer integrated wireless charging solutions.
Power Soft-Close Doors
The power soft-close doors ensure that all doors close securely and quietly, enhancing the luxury experience. This feature adds a level of sophistication to the A6 55 TFSI Prestige that is often absent in many standard trims of competing sedans, where doors may require more force to close properly.
Power Rear Sunshade
The power rear sunshade provides added privacy and reduces heat buildup inside the vehicle by blocking sunlight from the rear window. This feature can be easily operated with the touch of a button, enhancing passenger comfort. While many vehicles offer manual sunshades, the power feature in the Prestige trim allows for effortless operation, marking a significant upgrade in convenience.
Panoramic Sunroof
The available panoramic sunroof enhances the cabin ambiance by allowing natural light to flood the interior. This feature not only provides an expansive view of the sky but also creates an open and airy feel. It is larger than standard sunroofs found in other trims, adding a luxurious touch to the driving experience.
Power Adjustable Steering Column
The power-adjustable steering column allows drivers to customize the steering wheel position with ease, providing optimum comfort and control. This feature can be electronically adjusted to suit individual preferences, which is especially beneficial for multi-driver households. It adds a layer of convenience not always available in lower trims.
Engine And Performance
Engine Type
V6
Engine Displacement
2,995 cc
Cylinders
6
Horsepower
335
Torque
369
Performance Metrics
Top Speed
155.0 km/h
Zero To Sixty
5.1 sec
Quarter Mile Time
13.5 sec
Exterior Dimensions
Length
194.4 mm
Width
75.5 mm
Height
56.2 mm
Wheelbase
115.0 mm
Ground Clearance
5.1 mm
Interior And Capacity
Seating Capacity
5
Curb Weight
3,960.0 kg
Cargo Volume 4door
13.0 L
Capability
Towing Capacity
4,400.0 kg
Other Specifications
Drive Train Type
AWD
Petroleum Consumption Primary
N/A
Petroleum Consumption Secondary
N/A
Charging Time 120v
N/A
Charging Time 240v
N/A
Drivetrain
Transmission Gears
7
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Transmission Description
Automatic
Safety
Safety Rating
5-Star NHTSA
Pricing And Value
Msrp
$65,000.00
Depreciation Curve
[[1, 0.85], [2, 0.75], [3, 0.67], [4, 0.6], [5, 0.53]]
Estimated Cost Of Ownership
$55,000.00
Emissions
Emissions Rating
ULEV
Co2 Primary
185.0 g/km
Basic Information
Region
N/A
Model Year
N/A
Fuel Economy And Range
City Mpg Primary
20.0 mpg
City Electricity Consumption
N/A
Combined Mpg Primary Exact
23.0 mpg
Highway Mpg Primary Exact
28.0 mpg
Range Primary
N/A