1999 Audi A6 Speaker Sizes

The 1999 Audi A6 factory audio system contains specific factory locations for audio components. Front door panel and rear door panel locations accept 1 inch units. Front door panel and rear deck lid locations accommodate 6.5 inch speakers, while the rear location supports a 6 inch speaker size. Compatible speaker types for replacement or upgrade include tweeter, midbass, and full-range.

Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.

Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
Front Door Panel 1 Tweeter
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Front Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear 6 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Secondary sound location
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Rear Deck Lid 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Access through trunk
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Door Panel 1 Tweeter
  • Standard installation
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low

1999 Audi A6 Speaker Replacement Summary

5 total positions
4 easy to replace
2 high priority
0 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 4 Medium: 1 High: 0

Replacement priority:

High: 2 Medium: 3 Low: 0

1999 Audi A6 Radio Slot Size (DIN)

DIN Type Size (inch) Size (mm) Notes
Single DIN 7"×2" 180×50 Standard size for basic car radios with small display or no display
  • Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
  • Check slot depth - it may vary

Additional Notes

  • The 1999 Audi A6 features separate tweeter locations in both front and rear door panels, accepting 1 inch components for high-frequency reproduction.
  • A dual-size configuration exists for midbass and full-range speakers, with 6.5 inch openings in the front door panels and rear deck lid, while 6 inch positions are available in the rear section.
  • Component speaker systems may benefit from the existing tweeter locations, potentially allowing for dedicated high-frequency drivers without additional mounting modifications.
  • The midbass and full-range positions accommodate either dedicated midbass drivers in a component setup or coaxial full-range speakers for simplified installation approaches.
  • Sound staging could be influenced by the front door panel tweeter placement, which typically positions high frequencies closer to ear level compared to dashboard-mounted alternatives.
  • The rear deck lid provides traditional 6.5 inch speaker placement, which may contribute to rear passenger audio coverage or overall cabin sound fill.
  • The single DIN radio opening follows standard sizing conventions, allowing for aftermarket head unit replacements without additional dash modifications.
  • Upgrading front door panel speakers might take priority given their proximity to front occupants and role in primary sound staging.
  • The availability of multiple midbass locations suggests flexibility in choosing between front-focused or full-cabin sound system approaches.