What does the 'A6' designation mean in Audi vehicles?

As an Audi A6 owner, I'm curious about the meaning behind the 'A6' designation. Is it purely a marketing term or does it hold any technical significance?

The 'A6' designation actually refers to the vehicle's size and position in Audi's lineup. It falls between the smaller A4 and the larger A8 in terms of size and features.

It is also worth noting that the 'A' in A6 stands for 'Avant', which is the German word for 'forward' and represents Audi's forward-thinking design and technology.

The number '6' in A6 is simply a numerical indicator of the model's position within the A-series lineup. Higher numbers indicate larger and more premium models such as the A8.