The New Audi RS 6 Avant to Take on the Mercedes-AMG E 63 S with a 4.0-Litre Twin-Turbo Petrol V8

The body style, which is unique in its segment, proves alluring the moment you set eyes on the new Audi RS 6 Avant, even when stationary. The RS model sports an emphatically differentiated design compared with the A6 Avant base model. Except for the front doors, roof and tailgate, the exterior is made up solely of RS-specific parts.

The body, which has been widened around 40 millimetres on each side with its broad flared wheel arches, emphasises the sporty flair and the distinctive character of the high-performance Avant. The 22-inch wheels accentuate the striking proportions. 

“Throughout our 25-year RS history, the Audi RS 6 Avant is one of our absolute icons with a large global fan base,” says Oliver Hoffmann, Managing Director of Audi Sport GmbH. “We will also be offering the RS 6 Avant in North America for the very first time. As such, we will be tapping into a new market with huge potential and generating further growth.”

The new RS 6 Avant is one of the first Audi Sport models to feature the new RS design language. Its entire front-end is differentiated to the maximum, providing a distinctive look within the A6 model line. In addition to the new hood together with power dome, the RS 6 Avant also adopts the front headlights from the A7 model line.

These not only come with a flatter, sportier expression but also offer the option of the RS Matrix LED laser headlight with darkened trims as an additional USP of the RS 6 Avant in the A6 family. Similar to the LED rear lights, they feature a dynamic turn signal along with RS-specific sequencing when the vehicle is locked and unlocked. 

The three-dimensional honeycomb structure within the Singleframe grille is finished in gloss black. In combination with the much flatter and broader geometry, this reinforces the athletic look of the RS 6 Avant. The Singleframe surround and the Quattro logo in the bumper have been eliminated. Below the standard LED headlights, side air inlets open on the strikingly drawn new RS bumper and extend almost into the lower edge of the lights. The designers have taken their cue from the front-end of the Audi R8 supercar.

Supreme Power Package: The Engine

The 4.0 TFSI in the new Audi RS 6 Avant delivers 441 kW (600 PS) and 800 Nm of torque, which is maintained at this high level between 2,100 and 4,500 pm. In just 3.6 seconds the high-performance station wagon sprints from zero to 100 km/h. Moreover, in a mere 12 seconds, the RS 6 Avant reaches 200 km/h. Top speed is electronically governed at 250 km/h. With the optional dynamic package, the RS station wagon does up to 280 km/h or even up to 305 km/h with the active package plus. 

Thanks to the 48-volt primary electrical system, the twin-turbo V8 combines maximum performance with high efficiency. The cylinder on demand (COD) system is also onboard as another efficiency component. 

For all its efficiency the 4.0 TFSI develops a sporty, voluminous V8 sound. The driver can influence the engine sound using the Audi drive select system. The optional RS sport exhaust system with black tailpipe trims ensures a maximum sporty sound experience. In the customisable RS1 and RS2 modes, customers decide themselves whether the sound should be sporty or balanced. 

Wide Choice: Infotainment, Assist Systems and Materials

The new RS 6 Avant comes with great comfort, connectivity and driver-assist equipment. In this way, it combines consistent sportiness with the unlimited long-distance capability and assists the driver in many situations. 

The paint range for the new Audi RS 6 Avant comes with thirteen colours, including the two RS-specific colours Nardo grey and Sebring black, crystal effect along with a choice of five matt effect paint finishes. The exterior mirror housings come standard in black and are optionally also available in the body colour or matt aluminium.

The matt aluminium, black and carbon styling packages change the vertical blades, the horizontal splitter, the sill inserts, roof rails and window slot trims as well as the rear diffuser trim. The Audi rings, and the RS logos at the front and rear can also be finished in gloss black as an option for the black and carbon styling packages. The Audi exclusive range offers numerous other customization options.

The new Audi RS 6 Avant will go on sale in the Middle East dealerships in the course of the second quarter of 2020.

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