2013 Audi A6 transmission: CVT or automatic?

Some do: the 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo uses a CVT (continuously variable, 8 simulated steps) and an 8-speed automatic; the 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged uses an 8-speed automatic.

Key takeaways

  • 3 EPA-certified configurations listed for the 2013 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.

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2013 Audi A6: every EPA-listed configuration
EngineTransmissionEPA codeDrive
2.0L 4-cylinder turboCVT (continuously variable, 8 simulated steps)Automatic (AV-S8)FWD
2.0L 4-cylinder turbo8-speed automaticAutomatic (S8)AWD
3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged8-speed automaticAutomatic (S8)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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