Audi RS 6 Avant is a 560 HP Grocery Getter
The Audi RS 6 Avant has become official, with the German automaker revealing that it’ll trade it’s twin-turbo V10 for a 4.0-liter turbocharged V8 engine with 560 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque.
The twin-turbo V8 engine can accelerate the RS 6 Avant to 62 mph in just 3.9 seconds, which Audi claims is a segment best. According to the European driving cycle, the RS 6 Avant is estimated to achieve around 24 mpg in America, a 40-percent decrease in fuel consumption compared to its predecessor.
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Mated to the 4.0-liter TFSI engine is an eight-speed tiptronic transmission with ‘D’ or ‘S’ driving modes. Drivers can also shift the wagon themselves with paddles on the steering wheel or the selector lever, which sports a unique RS design. At the heart of the quattro all-wheel drive system with torque vectoring is a self-locking center differential with an elevated locking value.
As for the suspension, the RS 6 Avant will be the first RS model in Audi’s lineup that will come standard with specifically tuned air suspension. The vehicle can be lowered by 0.79-inch while the system combines the air suspension with controlled damping and takes into account the road conditions for the optimal ride.
Coming stock are 20-inch wheels, while 21-inch wheels are available as an option. Also, compared to its predecessor, the RS 6 Avant is 220-lbs lighter thanks to a generous use of aluminum. Buyers can opt for two optional appearance packages, Matte Aluminum or Carbon, to further customize the look of their RS 6 Avant.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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