Audi A6 vs BMW M3 [2009-2013]

CarWale brings you comparison of Audi A6 and BMW M3 [2009-2013]. The Audi A6 price is Rs. 64.41 Lakh and BMW M3 [2009-2013] price is Rs. 78.74 Lakh. The Audi A6 is available in 1984 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and BMW M3 [2009-2013] is available in 3999 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol. A6 provides the mileage of 14 kmpl and M3 [2009-2013] provides the mileage of 8.065 kmpl.

A6 vs M3 [2009-2013] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	A6	M3 [2009-2013]
Price	Rs. 64.41 Lakh	Rs. 78.74 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1984 cc	3999 cc
Power	261 bhp	414 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (DCT)	Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

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Audi A6

Premium Plus 45 TFSI

Rs. 64.41 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

BMW M3 [2009-2013]

Coupe

Rs. 78.74 Lakh

Last Recorded Price

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Audi A6

Premium Plus 45 TFSI

BMW M3 [2009-2013]

Coupe

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SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Top Speed (kmph)	250
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)	6.7
Engine	1984 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	3999 cc, 8 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder
Engine Type	2.0L I4 TFSI	V8 engine with 4 valve technology
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	261 bhp @ 5250-6500 rpm	414 bhp @ 8300 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	370 Nm @ 1600-4500 rpm	400 Nm @ 3900 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)	14View Mileage Details	8.065View Mileage Details
Driving Range (km)	1022
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Transmission	Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Manual - 6 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged
Others	Idle Start/Stop
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	4, DOHC	4

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Five-link front suspension; tubular anti-roll bar	twin joint spring strut Front axle
Rear Suspension	Five-link front suspension; tubular anti-roll bar	self-levelling suspension
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	5.5
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver	Alloy
Front Tyres	225 / 55 R18	245 / 40 R18
Rear Tyres	225 / 55 R18	265 / 40 R18

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
High-beam Assist
NCAP Rating	5 Star (Euro NCAP)
Airbags	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Comfort & Convenience

Electronic Parking Brake	Auto Hold
Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)	Yes (Automatic Climate Control)
Front AC	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls
Rear AC	Blower, Vents Behind Front Armrest, Common Fan Speed Control
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Cabin Boot Access
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - All
Parking Assist	Reverse Camera with Guidance
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets	2

Lighting

Ambient Interior Count	30
Headlights	LED	Projector with Xenon
Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Cornering Headlights	Intelligent
Taillights	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED
Fog Lights	LED on front, Halogen on rear
Ambient Interior Lighting	Multi-colour
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors	Driver & Co-Driver
Rear Reading Lamp
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured
Scuff Plates	Plastic
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front Only
One Touch Down	All
One Touch Up	All
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Rear Wiper
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Chrome
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Side Window Blinds	Rear - Manual
Bootlid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Internal with Remote
Rear Windshield Blind	Electric

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Display	Touch-screen Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	10.1
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	6+	6
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
iPod Compatibility
Internal Hard Drive

Storage

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	12 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	12 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back, seat base angle up / down) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Leather	Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench
Interiors	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Mother-of-Pearl Beige / Black, Okapi Brown / Black
Rear Armrest	With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full
Split Rear Seat	60:40 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Analogue - Digital
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Shift Indicator	Dynamic
Tachometer	Analogue

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Mythos Black Metallic	Jerez Black
	Firmament Blue Metallic	Interlagos Blue
	Manhattan Grey Metallic	Sparkling Graphire
	Madeira Brown Metallic	Melbourue Red
	Glacier White	Space Grey
		Silver Stone.
		Alpine White

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A6 vs M3 [2009-2013] Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Audi A6 and BMW M3 [2009-2013]?

Audi A6 price is Rs. 64.41 Lakh and BMW M3 [2009-2013] price is Rs. 78.74 Lakh. Hence Audi A6 is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: Which car between A6 and M3 [2009-2013] is better in terms of fuel economy?

For the Premium Plus 45 TFSI variant, mileage of A6 is 14kmpl and for the Coupe variant, mileage of M3 [2009-2013] is 8.065kmpl. Thus making A6 the most fuel efficient as compared to M3 [2009-2013]

Q: How is the performance of A6 compared to M3 [2009-2013]?

For the Premium Plus 45 TFSI variant, 1984 cc Petrol engine of A6 produces 261 bhp @ 5250-6500 rpm of power and 370 Nm @ 1600-4500 rpm of torque. For the Coupe variant, 3999 cc Petrol engine of M3 [2009-2013] produces 414 bhp @ 8300 rpm of power and 400 Nm @ 3900 rpm of torque.

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Audi A6 vs BMW M3 [2009-2013]

Length (mm)	4939	4615
Width (mm)	1886	1804
Height (mm)	1470	1418
Wheelbase (mm)	2924	2761
Kerb Weight (kg)		1580

Doors (Doors)	4	2
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	4
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	73	63

Sunroof / Moonroof	Panoramic Sunroof
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Remote with Boot Opener	Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)
Warranty (In Years)	2	2
Warranty (In Kilometres)	Unlimited	Unlimited