New Audi A6 to cost from 30,145

The all-new Audi A6 will cost from 30,145 for a 2.0-litre diesel and 39,270 for a 3.0-litre petrol in SE trim.

A 243bhp 3.0-litre diesel is also available, with prices starting at 39,100. Upgrading to S Line specification adds 2350 to the price and buys stiffer suspension and a sportier look for the car.

The entry-level diesel is fitted with a six-speed manual gearbox as standard, while the two other launch engines use Audi's seven-speed S tronic automatic transmission.