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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Wagon |
| Base Price | $113,094–$135,642 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2025 Audi RS 6 is a wagon that earns a Carivo score of 7.7/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Performance at 9.5/10, while Value at 6.0/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. At 6.3/10 for reliability, this wagon trails its segment. That doesn't rule it out, but go in with eyes open on running costs. Safety lands at 8.0/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Few rivals match it for performance: 9.5/10. Expect handling and power delivery that make this one of the more entertaining wagons to actually drive. On technology it rates 9.4/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $113,094–$135,642, 21 MPG, seating 5, the Audi RS 6 sits in the luxury tier of the wagon market. The value score of 6.0/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 1 year old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2025 Audi RS 6 will scare a sensible buyer off. Keep an eye on reliability and value if those matter to you; otherwise it does what a good wagon should — quietly and competently.
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 2025 Audi RS 6 ranks #14 of 26 wagons in the Carivo database — better than 50% of the segment. Its 7.7/10 overall score is 0.2 points below the segment average of 7.9/10. Its $113,094 starting price is about 128% above the segment's median of $49,682.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Wagon ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2022 Audi RS 6 scores 7.6/10 — within striking distance of the 2025's 7.7 — and starts roughly $10,000 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7.7/10 | $113,094 | Read review → |
| 2025 (this review) | 7.7/10 | $113,094 | |
| 2024 | 7.7/10 | $109,800 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.6/10 | $106,506 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.6/10 | $103,212 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.5/10 | $99,918 | Read review → |
We rate the 2025 Audi RS 6's reliability 6.3/10 — below the segment average, so budget for higher maintenance.
It scores 7.7/10 overall, ranking #14 of 26 wagons in our database (better than 50% of the segment). A solid choice for most buyers — compare it against the segment leaders before deciding.
The 2025 Audi RS 6 starts at $113,094 and ranges up to $135,642 across trims (MSRP when new). At 21 MPG, expect roughly $2,500/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
Explore the full lineup of Audi models scored by Carivo — ranked by overall score across reliability, safety, value, performance, and technology.