2024 Audi RS6
Independent review & score by Carivo
Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Sports |
| Base Price | $117,900–$136,900 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
With an overall Carivo score of 9.4/10, the 2024 Audi RS6 earns a Exceptional rating among the sportss we've scored. Its strongest dimension is Reliability at 9.3/10. This is among the top-rated sportss in Carivo's database — a genuine recommendation for buyers in this segment.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. We rate the Audi RS6's reliability at 9.3/10 — among the strongest in our sports database, reflecting the nameplate's track record and recall history. Safety is a strength too — 9.1/10 by our scoring. As with any car, verify the official ratings for your specific trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
The 9.1/10 performance score reflects a chassis and powertrain that punch above the segment norm — this is a sports you choose partly for the drive itself. Technology scores 9.0/10 — one of the stronger tech packages in the segment. Expect a responsive infotainment system, broad smartphone integration, and a solid suite of driver-assistance features.
Priced from $117,900–$136,900, 16 MPG, seating 5, the Audi RS6 sits in the luxury tier of the sports market. The 8.7/10 value score is the headline: relative to what it costs, this sports delivers more than most of the class. At 2 years old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Bottom line: If the 2024 Audi RS6 is on your shortlist, it deserves to stay there. It leads with reliability and safety and performance and technology and value, and there's very little here that should give a buyer pause.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2024 Audi RS6 ranks #1 of 316 sportss in the Carivo database — better than 100% of the segment. Its 9.4/10 overall score is 1.7 points above the segment average of 7.7/10. Its $117,900 starting price is about 156% above the segment's median of $46,090.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sports ranking →
| Fuel (75,000 miles) | ~$16,405 ($3,281/year at $3.50/gal) |
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| Insurance | Varies widely by driver and state — always quote the exact trim before buying |
We only print costs we can compute from sourced data (EPA fuel economy, NHTSA recalls). We don't estimate maintenance or depreciation — anyone who gives you one number for those is guessing.
Across the RS6 model years we've scored, the 2024 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 9.4/10 | $117,900 | Read review → |
| 2024 (this review) | 9.4/10 | $117,900 |
We rate the 2024 Audi RS6's reliability 9.3/10 — one of the stronger records in its class.
It scores 9.4/10 overall, ranking #1 of 316 sportss in our database (better than 100% of the segment). That puts it among our strongest recommendations in the class.
The 2024 Audi RS6 starts at $117,900 and ranges up to $136,900 across trims (MSRP when new). At 16 MPG, expect roughly $3,281/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
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