: Traditional door handles are replaced by sleek electronic slots .
| Feature | 2026 Audi A6 (New) | 2025 Audi A6 (Old) | 2026 BMW 5 Series | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | New 3-display "Digital Stage" cockpit ; physical steering wheel controls | Dual MMI touch response displays | Curved Display with iDrive controller | | Notable Tech Feature | Optional Huawei Qiankun ADAS (L2+/L3) | Standard Audi ADAS suite | Highway Assistant (hands-free up to 85 mph) | | Powertrain (US Base) | 2.0L Turbo (261 hp / 273 lb-ft) | 2.0L Turbo (261 hp / 273 lb-ft) | 2.0L Turbo (255 hp / 295 lb-ft) | | Performance (Top Engine) | 3.0L V6 (362 hp / 406 lb-ft) | 3.0L V6 (335 hp / 369 lb-ft) | 3.0L I6 (375 hp / 398 lb-ft) | | Notable 0-60 mph Time | V6 variant: 4.6 sec | V6 variant: ~5.1 sec | 540i xDrive: 4.4 sec | | Unique Variants | A6L e-tron (Electric) , China-spec TFSI e (Hybrid) | A6 55 TFSI e (PHEV) | i5 (Electric), 550e xDrive (PHEV) | | Starting Price (US) | $58,000 (est.) | $57,000 (est.) | $58,000 (est.) | | Starting Price (China) | 322,900 Yuan ($44,200 est.) | 427,900 Yuan ($58,500 est.) | 439,900 Yuan ($60,100 est.) | dopoochai a6 updated
Updated accessories for the modern A6 (C8) include , dynamic sequential tail lights, and advanced driver assistance sensors. : Traditional door handles are replaced by sleek
The original version earned a dedicated following for its structural integrity, but the updated iteration focuses heavily on refining the user experience. The original A6 relied on an open-source Android
The original A6 relied on an open-source Android build that required clunky workarounds to stream protected content. The updated version natively incorporates .
: App updates can unlock entirely new functionalities that weren't available when you first bought the device, adding value to your existing hardware.