Carsieve Audi A6 C7 facelift 2.0 TDI, 190 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch, all-wheel drive (2015–2018)
- Power
- 190 PS (140 kW)
- Engine codes
- DDD
- Gearbox
- 7-speed dual-clutch
- Production years
- 2015–2018
- Running cost per month
- €533
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Median price
- €15,950
- Reliability
- 2/5
- DIY
- 1/5
Research for this car
- Generation guide Audi A6 C7 (2011-2018): known problems and buying guide
A roomy premium saloon with costly engine and gearbox risks, so check the 3.0 TDI camshafts, chains and gearbox history first.
- Engine guide VW 2.0 TDI (EA288) diesel: problems, costs and what to check
Coolant leaks, EGR and AdBlue faults are the main risks. Buy with a cold-start check, a coolant pressure test and a full scan.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL501 S tronic mechatronic and clutch faults | 7-speed S tronic DL501 | About 150,000 km | Several thousand GBP for a new unit (UK, year not stated) | Generation guide |
| Suspension wear and air suspension | All cars; air parts on cars with air suspension | 80,000-160,000 km | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| EGR cooler and valve faults | All 2.0 TDI EA288, from 2012 | 80,000-240,000 km | 150-1,300 EUR (country not stated, 2026) | Engine guide |
| Water pump failure | All 2.0 TDI EA288, from 2012 | 80,000-150,000 km | 300-1,200 EUR (country not stated, 2026) | Engine guide |
| Intake manifold coolant leak | Passat B8, Tiguan II and other EA288 cars | 100,000-200,000 km | 600-1,400 EUR (country not stated, 2026) | Engine guide |
| AdBlue and NOx sensor faults | EA288 with SCR, from about 2018 | 80,000-120,000 km | 400-1,200 EUR (country not stated, 2026) | Engine guide |
| DPF clogging | All 2.0 TDI EA288, from 2012 | 60,000-180,000 km | 150-1,800 EUR (country not stated, 2026) | Engine guide |
| Turbocharger failure | All 2.0 TDI EA288, from 2012 | 150,000-250,000 km | 900-2,000 EUR (country not stated, 2026) | Engine guide |
| Oil pump drive failure | All 2.0 TDI EA288, from 2012 | 150,000-250,000 km | 300-600 EUR (country not stated, 2026) | Engine guide |
Before you buy this car
From the generation guide
- DL501 S tronic: test for jerks when pulling away and on downshifts. Ask for oil records (every 40,000-60,000 km). A scanner should show P189C or P17BF if the fault is stored.
- Suspension: on a lift, check wheel bearings, bushes and dampers for play and leaks. On air suspension, check ride height; a scanner shows height sensor faults.
From the engine guide
- Turbo (needs a scanner). Read boost faults and check the vanes. Bad: power loss, whistle or smoke.
- DPF (needs a scanner). Read soot and ash loading. Bad: frequent regeneration or high oil level.
- Intake manifold (pressure test). Pressure-test the cooling system. Bad: coolant loss with no puddle, worse under load.
- EGR cooler (pressure test). Cap the cooler hoses and repeat the test. Bad: it holds only with the cooler bypassed.
- AdBlue and NOx (needs a scanner). Read NOx sensor and dosing faults. Bad: an emissions warning, a restart countdown or crystallised AdBlue.
- Water pump and heater. Start cold; heater must blow hot. Bad: weak heat, wandering gauge, dried coolant.
- Oil pump drive (needs a scanner). Listen for a rattle at idle and check for oil-pressure codes. Bad: a red oil-pressure warning.
- Belt and pump invoices. Ask for dated belt, pump and thermostat invoices. No record means budget for a belt job.
- Recall check. Enter the VIN in the official recall check. Bad: an open 23Z7 campaign on a T6.
Running costs
| Operational | €172 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €155 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €206 |
| Total per month | €533 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €110 |
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
- 607
- 25th percentile
- €13,700
- Median price
- €15,950
- 75th percentile
- €18,000
- Median mileage
- 179,000 km
- Median first registration
- 2016
- Dealer share
- 36.9%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 101 | €17,600 | 150,000 km |
| 2017 | 183 | €16,990 | 167,000 km |
| 2016 | 176 | €15,900 | 178,438 km |
| 2015 | 102 | €14,499 | 194,500 km |
| 2014 | 45 | €11,500 | 210,000 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 | 607 | €15,950 | €13,700 – €18,000 | 179,000 km |
| Oct 2026 | 607 | €15,950 | €13,700 – €18,000 | 179,000 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 2 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Body | Doors | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A6 2.0 TDI quattro S tronic | 190 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2015–2018 | €547 |
| A6 Avant 2.0 TDI quattro S tronic | 190 PS | Estate | 5 | 2015–2018 | €520 |