Audi A6 value and depreciation
Known for comfortable long-distance executive cruiser.
Projected value of a new Audi A6
We class the Audi A6 as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 60% after three years and 44% after five. German and established luxury compacts and mid-sizers. A hard first-year knock, then steady losses that accelerate once the motorplan expires.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 79% | R 936 628 | R 824 233 |
| 3 years | 60% | R 705 682 | R 621 000 |
| 5 years | 44% | R 518 290 | R 456 095 |
| 7 years | 32% | R 375 774 | R 330 681 |
| 10 years | 19% | R 227 532 | R 200 228 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 1 184 100; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
Audi's executive sedan fought the 5 Series and E-Class locally through several generations before quietly dropping off the new-car price lists around 2024, with a new generation expected back by 2027. It built its name on comfortable cruising and strong diesel engines. Depreciation is steep, so used A6s deliver a lot of car for the money.
What used A6 years are worth today
Tap a year for the full breakdown: value range, remaining depreciation, and what to pay.
| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 A6 | R 812 995 | R 715 436 | Details → |
| 2023 A6 | R 668 893 | R 588 626 | Details → |
| 2022 A6 | R 543 358 | R 478 155 | Details → |
| 2021 A6 | R 441 383 | R 388 417 | Details → |
| 2020 A6 | R 358 546 | R 315 520 | Details → |
| 2019 A6 | R 287 518 | R 253 016 | Details → |
| 2018 A6 | R 230 560 | R 202 893 | Details → |
| 2017 A6 | R 184 886 | R 162 700 | Details → |
| 2016 A6 | R 148 260 | R 130 469 | Details → |
| 2015 A6 | R 118 889 | R 104 622 | Details → |
| 2014 A6 | R 95 337 | R 83 897 | Details → |
| 2013 A6 | R 76 451 | R 67 277 | Details → |
A6 against its rivals
Audi A6: common questions
What is a Audi A6 worth after 3 years?
A Audi A6 bought new today for R 1 184 100 is projected to be worth about R 705 682 after three years, which is 60% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 621 000.
Does the Audi A6 hold its value?
We class the Audi A6 as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 60% after three years and 44% after five. German and established luxury compacts and mid-sizers. A hard first-year knock, then steady losses that accelerate once the motorplan expires.
What does a used Audi A6 cost?
As a guide: a 2022 model is worth about R 543 358 retail today, while a 2013 model sits around R 76 451. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Audi A6 cost per month?
Financing a new Audi A6 at R 1 184 100 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 20 696 per month before bank fees and insurance.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.