2002 Audi A6 transmission: CVT or automatic?

Some do: the 2.7L 6-cylinder turbo uses a 5-speed automatic and a 6-speed manual; the 3.0L 6-cylinder uses a CVT (continuously variable) and a 5-speed automatic; the 4.2L 8-cylinder uses a 5-speed automatic.

Key takeaways

  • 5 EPA-certified configurations listed for the 2002 Audi A6.
  • CVTs need CVT-specific fluid - never top one up with ordinary automatic transmission fluid.
  • The transmission can differ by engine and drive layout, so match your row by engine size.
2002 Audi A6: every EPA-listed configuration
EngineTransmissionEPA codeDrive
2.7L 6-cylinder turbo5-speed automaticAutomatic (S5)4-Wheel or AWD
2.7L 6-cylinder turbo6-speed manualManual 6-spd4-Wheel or AWD
3.0L 6-cylinderCVT (continuously variable)Automatic (variable gear ratios)FWD
3.0L 6-cylinder5-speed automaticAutomatic 5-spd4-Wheel or AWD
4.2L 8-cylinder5-speed automaticAutomatic (S5)4-Wheel or AWD

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fuel economy data (fueleconomy.gov). Each row is one certified configuration; a trim or option not sold in a configuration is not listed.

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