The 2020 Audi A6 (C8) is the business suit of the automotive world: sharp, professional, and impeccably tailored. Launched in 2018 to replace the popular C7, this 5th Generation model adopts the design language of the flagship A8. It features the "Digital Cockpit" triple-screen layout as standard, making the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes E-Class of the same year feel a generation behind inside. It balances sportiness and comfort perfectly for the Nairobi executive.

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• 40 TDI (2.0L Diesel): 204 HP / 400 Nm. RECOMMENDED The mileage champion. It uses a 12V mild-hybrid system to achieve 18-20 km/l on the highway. Plenty of torque for overtaking.
• 45 TFSI (2.0L Petrol): 245 HP. Quick and smooth. Ideal for those who dislike diesel clatter.
• 55 TFSI (3.0L V6 Petrol): 340 HP. A sleeper. 0-100 kph in 5.1 seconds. Comes with 48V mild-hybrid tech and Quattro AWD as standard.

• MMI Touch Response: Two central touchscreens (top for nav/media, bottom for climate). They vibrate when pressed, mimicking physical buttons. It takes time to learn but looks stunning.
• Space: Rear legroom is generous, though the middle seat is compromised by the large Quattro transmission tunnel. The 530-litre boot is deep and square.

• Consumption: 15–18 km/l (40 TDI). The coasting function (engine off at speed) saves significant fuel.
• Service: Audi parts are premium. The S-Tronic (DSG) gearbox requires fluid changes every 60,000km without fail. Electronics reliability is better than previous generations but ensure the software is updated.
• AdBlue: Diesel models require AdBlue. Do not let it run dry, or the car will not start.

Quattro is King: The Quattro AWD system (standard on V6 models, optional on 2.0L) provides immense grip in rainy seasons. Ground clearance is 145mm, which is standard for a sedan. Avoid S-Line models with sports suspension if you frequent rough roads; they ride firmly.

5-Star Euro NCAP rating. Features Pre-Sense Front (autonomous braking) as standard. The C8 platform uses a mix of aluminum and steel for rigidity. Mechanical reliability is high, especially the diesel units.

The following are average showroom prices for fresh imports in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret.

Who is this for? The tech-savvy executive who wants the most modern interior in the class and excellent diesel efficiency. Who is it NOT for? Those who prefer physical buttons for AC controls—the A6 is all touchscreens.