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2022 Audi S6

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 S6.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2022 Audi S6 arrives with only three recorded owner complaints and four recalls, a stark contrast to the 42 complaints logged in 2013 and well below the historical high, indicating a matured reliability profile. Its EPA fuel economy is rated at 18 city, 28 highway, and 22 combined mpg, delivered through an automatic (S8) transmission. The limited complaints are concentrated on the engine and electrical system, underscoring that the 2022 model year represents a significant improvement in the vehicle’s long‑term dependability.

Model year202520242023202220212020

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque89.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy18/28/22 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI The manufacturer used many different sized batteries during production of this model. Carefully fit the battery to size which is vented to the outside of the vehicle. The vehicles battery must be registered and the computer reset with a scan tool after installation. PR-Codes denote type of battery options used. AGM VRLA: PR-J0P: 95R, PR-J2D: 48; EFB: PR-J0V: 48; NS Battery Type: PR-J0Z: 95R · O.E. AmpHrs for AGM VRLA Batteries: J0P: NS, J2D: NS; O.E. AmpHrs for EFB: J0V: 70.0 CCA battery, OE oil filter 06M115441G. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI The manufacturer used many different sized batteries during production of this model. Carefully fit the battery to size which is vented to the outside of the vehicle. The vehicles battery must be registered and the computer reset with a scan tool after installation. PR-Codes denote type of battery options used. AGM VRLA: PR-J0P: 95R, PR-J2D: 48; EFB: PR-J0V: 48; NS Battery Type: PR-J0Z: 95R · O.E. AmpHrs for AGM VRLA Batteries: J0P: NS, J2D: NS; O.E. AmpHrs for EFB: J0V: 70.0 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnLAMPOEM · verified
Tire size255/35R21/XL 98YOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter06M115441G alt 06M198405F
Engine air filter4K0133844D
Spark plug06M905606F
Battery000915089BC alt 000915089BF
Front wiper blades4K1998002D
Thermostat06M121688 alt 06M121115N
Cabin air filter4M0819439C

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length194.9 in
Overall width74.4 in
Overall height57.1 in
Wheelbase115.4 in
Curb weight4495 lb
Track (front / rear)63.8 / 63 in

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined18 / 28 / 22 mpg
Drivetrain4-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume98 cu ft
Cargo volume16 cu ft
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the S6 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

3.4–4.5 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 3.40 sec — 2025 Sportback e-tron Prestige Quattro
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2023Prestige Quattro Sedan (S Sport) 2.9L Twin-Turbo V64.50 sec13.00 sec444 hpAWD
2020Premium Plus Quattro Sedan 2.9L Twin-Turbo V64.00 sec12.50 sec444 hpAWD
2025Sportback e-tron Prestige Quattro Elec 94.4-kWh3.40 sec11.70 sec543 hpAWD
2025Sportback e-tron Prestige Quattro Elec 94.4-kWh3.40 sec11.70 sec543 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 89.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-4-3-6-2-5.

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts89.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-4-3-6-2-5
Spark Plug ManufacturerAudi
Spark Plug Torque22.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant CapacityModels with PR Code TV8

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 30,000 mi; coolant every 20,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 20,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire Repair Kit Sealant (inspect)
Every 20,000 miAir Conditioning Evaporator Case Drain (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Door Hinge (lubricate) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
Every 30,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
Every 60,000 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2022 Audi S6 sits in a generation that has seen a gradual decline in complaints and a rise in recalls after a peak in 2021. In 2020, the model reported 2 complaints and 6 recalls; 2021 saw no complaints but a jump to 10 recalls, the highest in the dataset. The 2022 year, with 0 complaints and 0 recalls, marks a low point in the recall trend and a break from the 2021 spike. The top complaint areas for 2022—Engine/Electrical System, Structure, and Electrical System—each had a single complaint, indicating isolated issues rather than systemic problems. With no crash or fire complaints reported, the 2022 model year shows a clean safety and reliability record compared to its immediate predecessors and successors. **Takeaway:** 2022 is a strong candidate for purchase, offering the lowest complaint and recall figures in the recent history of the generation.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
955
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
3
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 3 complaints on record, top 3 components.

Engine,Electrical System1
Structure1
Electrical System1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 955 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB_2079747_22026-06-30StructureThis bulletin provides information regarding various complaints about front or rear door…
TSB_2076404_82026-06-29Unknown Or OtherThis bulletin provides a deployment overview for customer service packages MLB and MQB…
TSB_2074640_32026-06-26EngineThis bulletin provides information when there is increased oil consumption; >0.5ltr/1000…
TSB_2074729_32026-06-23Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides informationwhen noises/vibration are detected from front of…
TSB_2059335_72026-06-23Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides information when there are noises from the area around the…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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VIN
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Build data
Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.
Recalls
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Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Frequently asked

Does the 2022 S6 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the S6 get?

EPA figures are 18 city / 28 highway / 22 combined mpg.