Real price data
What should you pay for a 2018 Audi A6?
Original MSRP
$51,900
When new
Fair market price
$15,801
Mileage-adjusted
Below MSRP
$36,099
A fair used price
Where prices land
25th $14,495 · 75th $19,378 · MSRP $51,900
Spread of current 2018 Audi A6 listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Negotiating leverage
74
out of 100
strong leverage
~67 days of national supply — strong leverage to negotiate.
Ridekick's negotiating-leverage score blends national Market Day Supply with how far listings sit above the mileage-adjusted fair price. Higher means more room to negotiate.
Market demand & negotiating leverage
67days of supply
Buyer's marketInventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room to negotiate on a 2018 Audi A6.
National Market Day Supply — how long it would take to sell the current used 2018 Audi A6 inventory at the recent sales rate (lower means it sells faster). Source: MarketCheck.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$47,748–$49,824
Estimated dealer invoice — about $51,900 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | $14,697 | $51,900 | $47,748–$49,824 |
| Sport | $15,892 | $53,400 | $49,128–$51,264 |
| Premium Plus | $16,088 | $54,100 | $49,772–$51,936 |
| Prestige | $22,982 | $61,400 | $56,488–$58,944 |
- Premium
- $14,697
- Sport
- $15,892
- Premium Plus
- $16,088
- Prestige
- $22,982
Fuel economy
25
MPG city
34
MPG highway
28
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2018 Audi A6 configuration (Premium).
Safety & recalls
2 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2018 Audi A6.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.
Remedy: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.
Campaign 19V035000 · 16/01/2019
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) control module to malfunction.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.
Campaign 18V370000 · 04/06/2018
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2018 Audi A6?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $15,801, within a typical market range of $14,495 to $19,378.
Is the 2018 Audi A6 cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $51,900, so a fair used price is roughly $36,099 below MSRP.
Is now a good time to buy a 2018 Audi A6?
There are about 67 days of national market supply for the 2018 Audi A6 — Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room to negotiate on a 2018 Audi A6.
How much can you negotiate on a 2018 Audi A6?
Negotiating leverage rates 74/100 (strong). ~67 days of national supply — strong leverage to negotiate.
What does the dealer pay for a 2018 Audi A6?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $47,748–$49,824 — its $51,900 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 6/23/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.