Carsieve Audi A6 C6 facelift 3.0 TFSI, 290 PS, 6-speed automatic, all-wheel drive (2008–2011)
- Power
- 290 PS (213 kW)
- Engine codes
- CAJ
- Gearbox
- 6-speed automatic
- Production years
- 2008–2011
- Running cost per month
- €575
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Median price
- €8,999
- Reliability
- 2/5
- DIY
- 1/5
Research for this car
- Generation guide Audi A6 C6 (2004-2011): known problems and buying guide
Buy with a service record. Check gearbox smoothness, the 3.0 TDI chain noise and oil use before paying.
- Gearbox guide ZF 6HP 6-speed automatic (BMW Steptronic, Audi tiptronic): problems, costs and what to check
A workable six-speed when its fluid is changed on time, but mechatronic and bushing wear recur. Buy with service proof and a clean scan.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechatronic and solenoid faults | All 6HP cars, worst when overheated | 100,000 to 150,000 km | No confirmed price | Gearbox guide |
| Worn bushings | All 6HP cars, Audi drum bushings and 6HP21 input shaft | 60,000 to 150,000 km | No confirmed price | Gearbox guide |
| Torque converter shudder | All 6HP cars | 120,000 to 150,000 km on Audi quattro units up to 2009 (Kolesa.ru, Audi A6 C6) | No confirmed price | Gearbox guide |
Before you buy this car
From the gearbox guide
- Read the fault memory with ISTA or a BMW or Audi scanner. Bad result: BMW codes 4F85, 4F8F or 4F83, or a past limp mode. A scanner is needed.
- Ask for fluid and pan service records. Bad result: no change in the last 60,000 to 100,000 km, or no adaptation reset afterwards. Dirty oil adds to mechatronic wear.
- Drive 15 minutes in town, then under load. Bad result: slipping, flaring, or jerks on 2-3 and 3-4.
- Hold a steady light throttle at 60 to 80 km/h. Bad result: a shudder or vibration, which points to the torque converter lock-up clutch.
- Drive under load in 4th and 5th. Bad result: slip under load or jerks on shift, which points to worn bushings.
Running costs
| Operational | €289 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €143 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €143 |
| Total per month | €575 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €78 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de in this generation with this fuel, gearbox and power.
- Listings
- 50
- 25th percentile
- €6,500
- Median price
- €8,999
- 75th percentile
- €10,999
- Median mileage
- 200,000 km
- Median first registration
- 2009
- Dealer share
- 28%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 1 | – | – |
| 2011 | 5 | €10,790 | 184,500 km |
| 2010 | 9 | €9,500 | 200,000 km |
| 2009 | 28 | €8,800 | 200,000 km |
| 2008 | 7 | €6,500 | 230,000 km |
Medians only for years with at least 5 listings. Many cars are first registered after production ends, so years can run past the build years.
Price history
| Month | Listings | Median price | Middle half | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 50 | €8,999 | €6,500 – €10,999 | 200,000 km |
| Oct 2026 | 50 | €8,999 | €6,500 – €10,999 | 200,000 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 3 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Body | Doors | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A6 3.0 TFSI quattro tiptronic | 290 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2008–2010 | €606 |
| A6 Avant 3.0 TFSI quattro tiptronic | 290 PS | Estate | 5 | 2008–2011 | €575 |
| A6 allroad 3.0 TFSI quattro tiptronic | 290 PS | Estate | 5 | 2008–2011 | €580 |