Audi A6 C8 (2018–2025): How to Remove Bumpers

Audi A6 C8 is the eighth generation of the famous business sedan from the German automaker, debuted in 2018. The model continued the traditions of its predecessors, offering progressive design, advanced technologies and a wide range of powertrains. Let's take a closer look at what makes this car remarkable.

Generation and Internal Designation

The A6 C8 belongs to the fifth generation of A6 (counting from 1994) and is the eighth model in the lineup (hence the C8 index). The internal factory designation is Typ 4K, which is common to all body variants (sedan, Avant wagon, as well as the sporty S6 and flagship RS6).

Production Years and Facelift

  • Premiere: March 2018 (Geneva Motor Show)

  • Sales start: Summer 2018 (in Europe), 2019 (in other regions)

  • Facelift: Expected in 2024–2025 (not yet presented)

Modifications

The Audi A6 C8 is offered in several versions:

  • Sedan (Saloon) – classic business sedan with elegant design

  • Wagon (Avant) – more practical version with larger trunk

  • Allroad – "off-road" wagon with increased ground clearance

  • S6 – sports version with gasoline V6 or diesel V8 (market dependent)

  • RS6 Avant – top version with 4.0L biturbo V8 (600 hp)
    Plug-in hybrid versions (TFSI e) with rechargeable batteries are also available.

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How to Remove Front Bumper

  1. Open the hood

  2. Remove hood release lever (pull the latch on the lever and remove upwards)

  3. Unscrew five screws (inserted top to bottom) and remove plastic cover (held by clips)

  4. Under the cover, unscrew three screws (inserted top to bottom) securing the upper part of front bumper

  5. From underside, unscrew seven screws securing the lower part (outer screws if removing bumper with underbody protection, inner screws if without protection)

  6. Turn wheels outward

  7. In wheel arches, unscrew four screws per side securing fender liners (front part, may have two additional push pins)

  8. Move fender liners aside and unscrew one screw per side (inserted bottom to top) securing corners to fenders

  9. Release clips in fenders (pull corners outward). Can also unscrew two nuts per side (marked with blue arrows) and remove with mounting elements

  10. With assistant, pull bumper forward (watch for wires and hoses)

  11. Disconnect electrical connectors

  12. Disconnect washer fluid hoses for camera (if equipped)

Audi A6 C8 (2018–2025) Front Bumper Mounting Locations

Audi A6 C8 (2018–2025) Front Bumper Mounting Diagram

How to Remove Rear Bumper

⇒Useful tips on how to remove the bumper and not break anything.⇐

  1. Open trunk lid

  2. Remove plastic trim near taillights (pry and pull outward)

  3. Under trim, unscrew four screws and remove taillights (held by clips)

  4. Under taillights, unscrew one screw per side (inserted top to bottom)

  5. At fender junction, remove two long plastic retainers (pry and pull upward) securing upper part of rear bumper to fenders

  6. Unscrew four (or eight, depending on body type, inserted bottom to top) screws securing lower part

  7. In wheel arches, unscrew four screws per side securing fender liners and sides

  8. Unscrew one screw per side (inserted bottom to top) securing corners to fenders

  9. Release clips in fenders (pull corners outward)

  10. Release clips under taillights

  11. Release clips in trunk opening

  12. With assistant, carefully pull bumper rearward (watch wires)

  13. Disconnect parking sensor connectors (main connector located in trunk)

mounting locations of the rear bumper Audi A6 C8 (2018–2025)

rear bumper mounting diagram Audi A6 C8 (2018–2025)

mounting locations of the rear light Audi A6 C8 (2018–2025)

Model Description

Design
The A6 C8 received the signature Singleframe grille, narrow LED headlights (optional matrix LED) and a sleek profile with pronounced shoulder line. Overall style became more aggressive while maintaining elegance.

Interior
The cabin follows the flagship Audi A8: two touchscreens (10.1" and 8.6"), digital Virtual Cockpit instrument cluster, minimalist design. High-quality materials (leather, aluminum, wood) are used.

Technology

  • MMI Touch Response – touch control system with haptic feedback

  • Driving Assistant package – adaptive cruise control, automatic braking, traffic jam assist

  • quattro all-wheel drive (on most versions)

Engines

  • Gasoline: 2.0 TFSI (245 hp), 3.0 TFSI (340 hp), 4.0 TFSI (in S6/RS6)

  • Diesel: 2.0 TDI (204 hp), 3.0 TDI (286 hp), V8 TDI (in European S6)

  • Hybrids: PHEV with up to 50 km electric range

Platform
The A6 C8 is built on MLB Evo platform – same as Audi A7, A8, Q7 and Q8, ensuring high comfort and handling.

Interesting Facts

  • First Audi A6 with hybrid version – TFSI e appeared at launch

  • Diesel S6 – in Europe got 3.0L V6 TDI (349 hp) or 4.0L V8 TDI (385 hp), while US/Asia got only gasoline V6

  • Facelift without styling changes – in 2022 updated infotainment but exterior nearly unchanged

  • RS6 Avant – most powerful wagon – 600 hp, 0-100 km/h in 3.6 sec

  • A6 Allroad – rare choice – despite practicality, sells in lower numbers than sedan/Avant

Conclusion
The Audi A6 C8 harmoniously combines elegance, technology and dynamics. It remains one of the best business sedans, competing with Mercedes E-Class and BMW 5 Series.