Heavy Load / Towing
Audi A6 — Heavy Load / Towing Tire Pressure
For heavy load / towing use on the Audi A6, set cold pressures to 41 PSI front and 45 PSI rear.
Heavy Load / Towing cold pressure
Front
41
283 kPa
+3 vs OEM
Rear
45
310 kPa
+5 vs OEM
OEM spec
38/40 PSI
Tire size
245/45R19
Curb weight
1,800 kg
Category
sedan
When loaded to GVWR or towing, increase rear PSI more than front to keep the load-carrying capacity within spec.
Community-tuned pressures based on OEM spec + typical use-case deltas. Always verify against your door-jamb sticker for your exact trim and load rating. Minimum safe pressure is 24 PSI for most passenger tires.
Other setups for this A6
FAQ
Frequently asked
- What tire pressure should I use for load driving in the Audi A6?
- For heavy load / towing use on the Audi A6, set cold pressures to 41 PSI front and 45 PSI rear. When loaded to GVWR or towing, increase rear PSI more than front to keep the load-carrying capacity within spec.
- What is the OEM tire pressure for the Audi A6?
- The factory cold pressure spec for the 2019–2024 Audi A6 is 38 PSI front / 40 PSI rear. Always use the door-jamb sticker for your specific trim.
- What about towing with the Audi A6?
- Towing or carrying heavy loads shifts weight rearward. Using 41 PSI front / 45 PSI rear keeps load-carrying capacity within spec and prevents rear sidewall overheating.
- What is 41 PSI in bar or kPa?
- 41 PSI = 2.8 bar = 283 kPa. The rear 45 PSI = 3.1 bar.
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