The Audi A6 is Audi's mid-size luxury sedan and wagon platform, and air suspension is fitted to certain trims across multiple chassis generations. Most common air-suspended A6 trims are the A6 Allroad (which uses raised air suspension with multiple height settings for light off-road capability), the Sport package A6, the high-performance S6, and the supercharged RS6. Standard A6 sedans typically use coil suspension, so air suspension components only fit specific trims.
| Generation | Details |
|---|---|
| C5 Allroad (2000 to 2005) | First Audi Allroad. 4-corner air suspension with multi-level height adjustment. Famously failure-prone past 100,000 miles, very strong aftermarket support. |
| C6 Chassis (2005 to 2011) | A6 Sport package, S6, RS6 with adaptive air. C6 Allroad continued in some markets but was not US-market. |
| C7 Chassis (2012 to 2018) | A6 Sport package, S6 with adaptive air. C7 Allroad sold in some markets. |
| C8 Chassis (2019 to 2024) | A6 Allroad returns to US market with full air suspension. S6 and RS6 also use air. |
The A6 Allroad uses a more capable air suspension than standard A6 trims, with a wider range of ride heights to support light off-road driving. Allroad components are not interchangeable with regular A6 air suspension components, so always confirm Allroad trim at order. The Allroad is also the most common A6 air suspension failure platform because its ride height adjustment cycles wear the air springs faster than in the lower A6 sedan.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| INCLUDED | The specific A6 air suspension component(s) you order. Mounting hardware where applicable. Installation instructions for the specific component. |
| NOT INCLUDED | Diagnostic scan tool (you will need a VAG-COM or VCDS to run module adaptations after install on most components), wheel alignment (always required after suspension work), tools. |
| Tools You Need | Standard hand tools, spring compressor (front struts), torque wrench, jack and stands or lift, VCDS or equivalent diagnostic scan tool for module adaptations, alignment shop visit after install. |
Audi A6 air suspension components are compatible with the following:
| Vehicle | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| Audi A6 Allroad C5 | 2000 to 2005 (4B body code) |
| Audi A6 Sport / S6 / RS6 (C6) | 2005 to 2011 (4F body code) |
| Audi A6 Sport / S6 (C7) | 2012 to 2018 (4G body code) |
| Audi A6 / A6 Allroad / S6 (C8) | 2019 to 2024 (4K body code) |
| Audi RS6 (C6, C7, C8) | All RS6 trims with adaptive air |
NOT compatible: standard coil-suspended A6 sedan trims that did not come with air suspension. Always confirm air-equipped trim before ordering.
These are new Audi A6 air suspension components in OEM specification. Quality control includes:
These are new components, not used. We do not sell used air suspension components.
| Application | Audi A6 (C5 | C6 | C7 | C8) and air-equipped trims (Allroad | Sport | S6 | RS6) |
|---|---|
| Chassis Generations | C5 Allroad (2000 to 2005) | C6 (2005 to 2011) | C7 (2012 to 2018) | C8 (2019 to 2024) |
| Components Available | Air struts | air springs | compressor | valve block | height sensors | complete kits |
| Adaptive Damping | Available on Sport | S6 | RS6 | and certain A6 trims |
| Compressor Type | Electric with integrated air dryer |
| Oem Manufacturer Brands | Arnott | Continental | Bilstein | OEM Audi |
| Common Failure Mode | Air spring leak past 100 | 000 miles | especially on Allroad |
| Recommended Replacement Pat | Replace in pairs (both fronts or both rears together) for balanced ride |
| Service Life | 8 to 12 years average on aftermarket replacements |
| Price | Call for current quote (varies by component and chassis) |
All four air springs failed within 6 months at 165,000 miles, the classic C5 Allroad story. Vaz confirmed C5 Allroad-specific spec and shipped a complete 4-corner kit with new compressor. Local Audi indy installed it over a weekend. Allroad rides like a brand-new car for the first time in years. Worth every penny.
Front-right air strut leaked at 102,000 miles. Vaz confirmed C7 chassis and Sport package adaptive damper compatibility. Shipped Arnott replacement, both fronts replaced together. VCDS adaptation went smooth at the local indy. Adaptive air ride is back to factory smoothness.
Every Audi A6 air suspension component sold by Vaz Auto Solutions is covered by a 15 day replacement warranty from the date of delivery.
To file a claim, contact us within 15 days of delivery at (240) 301-0095 or support@vazautosolutions.com.
