2012 Audi A6 3.0 at a glance

Base price: $50,775 (including destination charge)

Price, as tested: $57,470

Powertrain: 3.0-liter DOHC, V-6 with direct injection and variable-valve timing; eight-speed automatic transmission with manual shifting and sport mode

Horsepower: 310 at 5,500 to 6,500 rpm

Torque: 325 pound-feet at 2,900 to 4,500 rpm

0-60: 5.3 seconds

Curb weight: 4,045 pounds

Wheelbase: 114.7 inches

Overall length: 193.9 inches

EPA fuel economy: 19 mpg city/28 mpg highway

Final thoughts: A sleeper hit