Is the 2023 Audi S6 a BETTER new performance sedan than a BMW M5?

[@jayc9045]

I’m glad you pointed out that they didn’t go with a black wheel like everyone else. I personally think black wheels often look cheap. I much prefer silver/gun metal grey.

[@weirdshibainu]

Same. Black wheels look like they're painted to cover up flaws. I thought Dodge always hurt the Challenger and Charger lines by not offering chrome wheels.

[@bigsho5218]

I think silver/gun metal grey looks cheap

[@tedunguent156]

Yes, I am so sick of looking at all-black wheels on a "luxury" car. Or any car for that matter. You're right, they just look cheap. These wheels look fantastic.

[@tedunguent156]

@@weirdshibainu They always did offer optional chrome or painted wheels on Charger and Challenger. They just weren't that common. Most people buy whatever is on the lot.

[@weirdshibainu]

@@tedunguent156 Actually they didn't on the higher trims.

[@mattmekhaeil]

Audi is the only brand that can pull off a large grille and make it look sleek, sporty, and aggressive

[@IA_777]

And it doesn't even look so big

[@kobbycrentsil2859]

Yep

[@realskreet6145]

So the new IS doesn’t fit all of those?

[@realskreet6145]

not saying Audi doesn’t kill it but only brand?

[@B3AST858]

Some Lexus vehicles have a nice grill and others look ridiculous. But all Audi’s look amazing with the large grills imo

[@tedunguent156]

I've driven a few Audi sedans and wagons (Allroad 4.2L V8) and although they aren't the "fastest" or the "best handling" they are plenty good enough for me. The interiors are terrific and the exterior styling is classy. Perhaps the best bang-for-the-buck in the luxury segment. (Sorry Genesis) Thanks for taking one for the team, Joe.

[@artmac9181]

Those wheels are 🔥🔥🔥I agree with you Joe. Glad Audi didn’t just go with black wheels.

[@AM_9924]

This generation A6/S6 is great. The interior in particular is a step above BMW’s 5 series. Very nice car overall 👌

[@beekaye1496]

Great review Joe. The S6 is a sleeper daily driver and of course it is nice on the road. I drove this before picking up the M550Ix last year and really liked it but the M550 is bit more a sleeper with it’s power and handling.

[@sash0210]

The M550i is about the same price, but has like 100 more hp. So, I think you chose well. I tried getting one 3 years ago, but they were hard to find. I ended up with a 540i.

[@wamhas9348]

I do think the M550i is a much better comparison. The "M-light" versions with the S series, and the M with RS.

[@sash0210]

@@wamhas9348 Performance-wise, the S6 might be closer to the 540i. Just going off of 0-60 times, the S6 is 4.4, the 540 is 4.6, and the 550 is 3.6.

[@Raven77844]

​@sash 0210 more like 60hp more, not 100. I have a 2022 S6 and it's plenty of hp for a daily driver. The Audi has a much better interior than BMW. IMO. I like that you dont see very many S6 on the road.

[@sash0210]

@@Raven77844 I thought it was 543, but it’s actually 523. So, 79 more hp for the BMW.

[@jamesdarrigo8277]

They listened to you and blacked out the whole roof! Way to make an impact, Joe. Great review as always. Can't wait to get my hands on an S-series!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for taking the time to say that.

[@jayjohnson-t2y]

im concerned about body roll, i am in a redsport and there is literally no body roll in custom or sport plus. what u rate body roll on s6 out of 0 to 10? i drove rs5 and it seemed ok seemed very similar to g70/q50/rs3 etc@@RaitisRides

[@Another_User_Name_]

Good review Joe. This probably compares more to the BMW M550 than the M5 I would think. Nicer looking inside and out than the BMW in my opinion.

[@XINKSWAG]

I said the same

[@Lrossi18]

It’s not even close. I have an M550, its the only one with a v8 and 500+ hp in its class. Not comparable

[@sneakerhead4770]

@@Lrossi18previous generation S6 used to have the V8 but like 450hp

[@thinkcarbon794]

Yes. An S6 is 45K cheaper than a M5

[@eloany70]

91k!!! That’s insane

[@aonforme3455]

Great car and review!!! The S6, and similar vehicles in the Audi line, are a bit "long in the tooth" for a full redesign. Also, a few features missing in this luxury performance vehicle, especially at over 90k. This, and the A6, can be a better value in the 2-3 year old range. I would still drive this any day though, as any vehicle has some perspective dings.

[@yoshiakik.5332]

it still has a few years left in it. Especially since the current A4, A5, Q5 etc are older than the A6/S6

[@SME5724]

Audi does styling with performance so well

[@JK-rh1rv]

Another great video, thanks for sharing! A beautiful car, work of art to me 👍!

[@MrDaveaccord]

Cool color. The Germans sure build some mind-blowing machines.

[@Blackandwhitecat-u9v]

Japanese too.

[@emekaiheanacho274]

​@@Blackandwhitecat-u9vjapanese copy the Germans

[@redzrr5513]

Rs6 is compatible to the M5. S6 direct competition is M550i

[@CarlosFlores-xf2sn]

Was about to say the same thing

[@tomdrummy4984]

Always loved Audi’s clean styling………..love that color 👍

[@rockylee3281]

Great review, Joe & Lori. I like the color, the blacked-out roof, and the styling of the vehicle. It looks like the way Audi should exterior-wise. I don't like all the gloss-black interior trim pieces. It cheapens the interior and would be hard to upkeep with all the fingerprints and Twinkie goo. Audi's have been known to have premium interiors and this one falls short in my opinion. Just like you, Joe, I would prefer physical buttons and no ventilated seats at that price is a major zonk!

[@jeffs6090]

Yeah, the sport seats don't have ventilation capabilities for some dumb reason. You have to get the standard luxury seats to get it, but it is available.

[@DMCarReviews]

The performance difference between the A6 3.0T and S6 is actually much smaller than you would think. The DCT gives the A6 the quicker off the line response, the way it is programmed, rather than the ZF8. Audi cars with the ZF8 have a very noticeable delay off the line. You can save yourself 20K, and get options such as ventilated seats, and a quieter ride. Both are excellent cars though.

[@DMCarReviews]

@@McBeakerson The supercharger versions do not have delays. That is true.

[@uniglobekey]

love your channel Joe. Your so close to a million subs. Please do more BMW reviews.

[@nautica00]

‘An infotainment system you have to hang from the ceiling” 😂 those ugly box screens are the first thing I’m looking at. That’s why Audi is my fav.

[@leeterwilliger2303]

Hell yes Joe. Thanks for reviewing this car!

[@levonyoung3749]

This Audi is nice! I always love the balance of design, luxury and performance that Audi has to offer.

[@hannahsuniverse]

Exactly!!

[@MaziEmdi]

On throttle! Here we go !!…. Never gets old 😊

[@MJLU280]

Integrated infotainment system is a huge plus. That color is absolutely incredible sharp looking car. After I retire my S4 I might step up to an S6

[@jayjohnson-t2y]

how long u got left on s4? im tossing up betweeen g70/g80 /s5 or s6. maybe a s8 but abit to pricey unless find a older model but unfortunately hard get warranty at that age

[@islandon22]

These are beautiful cars in a more subtle way BMW. However, Beemers have more visual pop. Both BMW and Audi are great "Lease Bait". Don't keep either past Warranty. IMHO.

[@htschultz]

No ventilated seats (esp in FL) is a major zonk for me. Even my old 2015 5550i has them--what's up Audi?

[@chrissmith-rv5ro]

I have a '20 M5 competition. To answer the question, I highly doubt it. The M5 is a complete beast. The car just pulls so hard, no matter the speed, gear, rpm doesn't matter.

[@allpraisewebb1142]

Absolutely love the whole front design!!

[@Blackandwhitecat-u9v]

Those turn signals are sick!

[@infidel24]

I think when you hit a million subs, you should give me your fastest street car😉 If anyone has earned that number, it's you guy's. You and Lori and the team, you are very hard working and seem to never miss a show. Best wishes to you all.

[@sfodge7]

sorry, but this needs to have COOLED SEATS and upper 400s HP to make it justified for the price point, and that 0-60 time needs to be mid to low 3s...always a huge Audi fan, they were first to redesign the interior..well done Joe, On Throttle Forever!!! ps....wouldn't have pegged you as a Diplo fan Joe!

[@ajc6034]

Love your videos! I’m 99.9% sure it’s 2.9 liter twin turbo.

[@taneeshajackson1817]

Yeah, same engine as a RS5 and RS4

[@ranthony2714]

Nice car, but for 91,000, it should have ventilated seats.

[@rudolfschenker]

other VW group cars have been shipping without ventilated seats due to component shortages at the factory, I wonder if that's what's up with this car?

[@MrGoyabeans21]

​@@rudolfschenker i was thinking the same about the chip shortage because i was about to brag about my 2016 hyundai sonata hybrid limited having ventilation seats.

[@manofsesame3024]

A used 2021 A6 I tested has vented front seats. Maybe 2022 and 2023 models are the ones suffering from chip shortage

[@josefbahriz8479]

Lamborghini engine! Got one ,best car ever had all of them M5,S550,A8,Corvette ,Porsche for me the S6 is the best So far!!!

[@MrScotttruong]

what about the brakes? does it grunts when you come to a stop or the brake pedal noise if you release it fast????

[@8VD80Y]

That exhaust sounds nice 💪🏾

[@TheLastRide88]

Joe, Audi makes awesome looking cars. I think this could compare with a m550i, but I think the m550 is faster because it has a v8 for around the same pricing.

[@manofsesame3024]

M550i is 20k more expensive but similar acceleration. M550i is not faster than 540i at all. 540i can be 5k cheaper than s6 tho.

[@thisandthatautomotive]

Love the style of how you review this cars

[@cellhunter33]

You're one of my favorite car reviewers.

[@portknoxxa]

NICE. Looks way better than the M550I.

[@casperkulsethjrgensen7150]

No

[@lgbfjb6450]

Haha… “W-T-F, ya run outta paint!?” Gotta love RR’s reviews, even if “comforble” isn’t a real word.

[@Mike-Wolfe]

To many zonks for over 90k, but great review, and good camera work👍

[@vindevhunta4905]

This is a very beautiful car inside out...is it better than M5 no,but its a better looking package but the M5 driving dynamics and engine takes the win...

[@casperkulsethjrgensen7150]

M5 is more expansive, a lot faster and overall a better car

[@casperkulsethjrgensen7150]

S6 is like a regular 5-series

[@vindevhunta4905]

@Casper Kulseth Jørgensen wouldnt say regular..but more like a 550i some what......

[@ronaldclarke8198]

🙏🏾 that Raiti's Rides will reach 1 million subscribers by July 🙏🏾🙌🏾👏🏽

[@crgyt144]

This or new type r ?

[@HansDelbruck53]

Twin-turbocharged AND Supercharged? Why didn't Joe mention the supercharger in the review?

[@vcliburn]

I believe the S6/S7 both have the 2.9L Twin Turbo V6 engine, as opposed to the 3.0L Single Turbo V6 engine that's in the S4/S5.

[@Chief08]

This thing is missing quite a few options/sorta out of date considering the comp for it to be $91k I’m glad he pointed that out.

[@WXHPOYA]

Lovely review. Can we do one for S7?

[@yoshiakik.5332]

No. The S7 is too cool for any competition.

[@jayjohnson-t2y]

Im glad they kept the tiptronic shifter that actual can be used to shift. Alot of cars phasing this out i hope audi keeps it. Hate how some have completely removed it and there is nothing at all in centre. erghh

[@Derinnegan]

Audi over everything

[@natedenomme7774]

Heck yeah!!!

[@marcusturner5291]

Nice review keep up the good work Joe

[@Paj3Ron]

🎉🎉🎉 Almost there Joe! Can't wait to see you show that Gold Play button. No one deserves it more. Great video as usual by the way

[@jamesjones695]

Great job as usual Joe. My issue is reliability.

[@brandongwin5895]

I agree.

[@ronaldlamascus1944]

Not an issue at all. Our 2013 A8L has not had any problems or issues since new. And even when in warranty, only a sun visor light switch replaced.

[@leeeinfield]

@@ronaldlamascus1944 yeah because a different model and year is the same as this

[@jwackingkilz]

Looking good

[@DBLOCK987]

Love the S6 perfect family car !

[@doggedlydetermined7022]

M5 is in another league. This can’t compete

[@tomchinigo5014]

Great video and LOVE the rims !

[@BIGB347]

Joe, You’re so close to the 1 million subscriber milestone. 😮

[@natedenomme7774]

This car is on my lottery list, I just love it ❤️. One thing though… maybe have the S logo on the seat with some red stitching to pop more 🤷‍♂️

[@pashedmotatos]

I am a gigantic Audi fan. Get me one of those in Lime Green and with black hubcaps, and I’ll buy in an instant.

[@derekgaliee4351]

Hubcaps???😳

[@pashedmotatos]

@@derekgaliee4351 wheels. Whatever you wanna call em

[@tomneila8496]

This is one nice Audi. But I still prefer the MTM RS4 (B7) Clubsport, without the hood scoop, of course. Supercharged 4.2L V8. 6-speed manual, Quattro AWD in Sprint Blue (or silver) metallic.

[@bryantaylor7411]

Respect. My home state Michigan. Keep with the reviews, love it.

[@troyjeup2861]

There are no planets in this galaxy where an s6 is better than an f90 m5 😂

[@morgandrives]

Slippery ones

[@jc-tu6pg]

what color is that?!

[@SeanD2937]

Audi owners in the US are more sophisticated and have a higher credit score than BMW jersey shore owners. Trust me I owned both brands😮

[@yoshiakik.5332]

You're on to something. They're definitely different demographics.

[@cyrilmatthew2995]

Back in transporter days ..brand were so unique ...Audi has awesome manual v6 and V8 diesels ... Full crappy electronics ... My dad has a user 2013 a6 3.0 TDI ...pretty vannila from factory ..but with a performance upgrade, new set of tyres, altered BCM ...the car is good for 350 ish HP and a whopping 680 NM torque ... 0-100 is around 4.5 ish ..but that's ok .... Its much relevant then many downsized v6s these days ..😊

[@omarcortes5754]

This S6 looks great outside and insde, drives really good but I would save some more and go for the S7.

[@Troy-fv9uq]

The S7 is nice, but it’s the same car and your paying 10k more just for a hatchback.

[@yoshiakik.5332]

@@Troy-fv9uq Not just a hatchback, but the coke bottle curves, the auto deploying spoiler, plus a few other features the A6/A7 doesn't have; and, most importantly, overall one of the sexiest looking cars out there, the price premium is more than worth it.

[@automotivationz]

Audi build quality has always been superior to BMW in my eyes. I owned 2 RS3's an RS5, and an S4, all top notch compared to my X3MC and M5. 600 HP in an M5 is nice and lightning quick, but I missed the functionality of Audi more than the HP gains. Joe, keep up the good work my man. Your reviews are always so much fun to watch!

[@sneakerhead4770]

The previous M5 which was rear wheel drive wasn’t as practical. They prob came on summer performance tires most owners leave those on and they are bad in winter. And in even a dusting of snow they are un-drivable. Years ago I had to pick my friend up after a light dusting of snow rendered his M5 useless. But the new ones with X-Drive take the cake

[@automotivationz]

@@sneakerhead4770 Summer performance tires in snow are terrible!

[@sneakerhead4770]

@@automotivationz I know that’s what I’m saying the compound hardens up and is beyond bad. Once it’s below 45F u get warning on dash

[@christianbresky5974]

It seems like there are different country specifications not just on engines. I have an Audi A6 S-line with ventilation seats and a cover on the cupholders. Does this Audi also have seat belt buckles that are illuminated? This is optional here in Germany and a really cool feature.

[@manofsesame3024]

My BMW M340i doesn’t have vented seat either. Not even available in the option. But I heard it is available in some other countries. I live in Canada and I assume we are having the same packages as the ones in US and Mexico

[@DejonBuick-jl2fx]

Hey, Joe this is a beautiful car, however the BMW m5 is a great car too, I really can't choose one over the other.

[@Sticknmove_b58]

Choose the m5

[@Jojo-yo7pi]

The M5 doesn’t compete with the S6. The M55i does.

[@Audirs77]

The M5 blows the S6 away

[@jamariiion]

@@Jojo-yo7pi and i say that’s better aswell

[@pacmanc8103]

I’d definitely buy a BMW over an Audi. This car is very nice, but it reminds me of a Passat in the materials and look of the dash. Nets on the seat backs? Seriously?

[@alanklaus7774]

Nice review back to the higher end cars. Outstanding understated beautiful exterior. I actually like the previous interior design for functionality. I think they could have blended the dual screens with a redesign of their knob-switch row in between. I have a 2018 and friend has 2022 with the dual screens. A blend of the two would have been better functionally imho. Yes the wheels get two thumbs up.

[@dnice362]

Audi and Aston Martin make such clean cars. All models look good. Can never fault someone for picking a car from either brand over its “rival”

[@courtpaul9334]

Viewer from the beautiful caribbean island 🏝 of Trinidad & Tobago w.i 🇹🇹 We really enjoyed your reviews 👏

[@fordTH7335]

Very nice. This would mandate a euro style plate for the front. The design incorporates the adaptation of a full size eruo plate where a US plate would look odd. Or risk it and go no plate

[@mattmekhaeil]

I got 2006 audi a6 that I bought as a daily from Philly and I live in Jersey they require a front plate but my car looks so much better without one

[@audriusbaranauskas6227]

It might be updated but it starts to look dated. And no vent seats?? The Bang & Olufsen sound system sounds great if you have an ear for music! Great work Joe!

[@yoshiakik.5332]

Dated? Nah. It still has a few years left in it. The same could be said about the current CT5, ES350 etc.

[@GethinJames]

Top speed is limited at 155. Wondering if you can still get a tune on that

[@TommyPickIes]

Excellent wheel design

[@ericw3517]

I haven't actually driven either, but in terms of styling alone, definitely the Audi.

[@uzhoutx]

❣️🏁 Thank you Joe and Lori!🤠❣️

[@THEVWAUDIELECTRICGUY]

Joe. You know I love VW Group!!! Beautiful vehicle!!!

[@louiep9862]

Gonna go watch a Transporter movie afterwards

[@marcobolivar1832]

Very nice review Joe I don’t know why , But I LOVE AUDI !

[@Cgee3]

Silver wheels look off on that color paint with the black trim. A dark gray or bronze would be perfect.

[@thebig12conference73]

I am German American and I come from an engineering background this is going to be my next car right now now I see a 2021 Audi S6 for $50,000 with only 25,000 miles on. I already have $25,000 and if sell my car, that is another $10,000. I am 15,000 away from getting a nice 2021 silver S6 you’re getting close to 450 hp but you’re not getting killed on the gas you’re getting 19 to 26 MPG or 22.5 combined is not horrible for a performance sports car Essex makes it not your grandmother’s AI

[@rudolfschenker]

This is a luxury sedan first with an adequate amount of sportiness when you want it. I hate that they took the V8 away from this generation S6 but the 3.0TT is a better engine for what this car really is - a comfy luxury sedan with a lot of power, not on the same level as an M5.

[@MikeySkiy]

Damn! 78 mpg. Not bad for a V6....

[@johncoronado1792]

Was this a prestige?

[@leahsworld5972]

Joe with that amount of gloss back inside. That’s a super zonk!!!

[@Troy-fv9uq]

Joe I love this vehicle. This should be compared to a BMW M550i though or Mercedes E53 AMG.

[@trinisuprazee]

Is the A6 and the S5 sportback reliable? They incredible good value but i'm worried

[@roctive]

Yes. They’re reliable. Keep in mind that a lot of maintenance requires the engine to be removed. So your labor charges will be higher. Get an extended warranty on it whether new or used if you’re buying and keep your cars for long term. No need if you’re leasing. Audi is really putting out some nice vehicles. The A5 sportback is nice but hard to get in and out. That’s the only downside to it. The A3 is even a decent little car. I’ve only owned one Audi, an 2005 S4 but have been renting Audi cars when they are available for weekend travel. So impressed that I’m buying a S6.

[@carlpray2573]

Love the wheels, the car and the review 👍🏾👍🏾

[@kromahj]

I will still pick the M5

[@leeterwilliger2303]

I'd keep the black grill, but have Audi badge in grey or black chrome

[@daryl252000ify]

Got to do a review of the C7.5 Audi S6. It has a Twin Turbo V8. Would love to see your thoughts on it.

[@pokerfred68]

The wheels need to be black and should be included in the black optic plus package. Otherwise, it’s spot on!

[@equipesutton450]

You can change the dial and the sound gets better after 10k

[@user-qq5rn8dw1n]

Awesome review

[@halildjencic1612]

That’s it! That’s how infotainments should look, not an freaking iPads like some other cars have!

[@mystictk4149]

I can’t pick so I’ll take both honestly cause they both are great companies.

[@Cobra_460]

My setup would a blue or a green. But great job as always you three!😊

[@GenesisBanks-f6m]

This a nice car