The next Audi RS6 and RS7 (2013/14)

[ben916]

only one issue:

The shifter isn't manual.

[lswing]

Beautiful, thanks!

[bmwade]

Exactly: REALLY,REALLY tired of having to plead with Audi - having sent numerous emails over last year, spoken to tons of sales reps, posted on most forums, signed every petition.... no high paying customer should have to go through that.

the things we do for love.

[bmwade]

http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2012/12...Avant-New.html


power figures conflict with what Qisha insinuated they would be. He said power output on the order of MP4-12C which puts it well above 600hp. I can't imagine they would actually decrease power over the C6 since all S cars have gone up in HP despite downsizing the engine. Also he implied the RS6/7 would basically be the new standard in performance. 3.9s 0-60 doesn't do that. But the pictures look fantastic. Do want! Even if it carries these low power figures.

[The RS6]

Audi came out with official pics on their Facebook page:

[chewym]

http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2012/12...Avant-New.html


power figures conflict with what Qisha insinuated they would be. He said power output on the order of MP4-12C which puts it well above 600hp. I can't imagine they would actually decrease power over the C6 since all S cars have gone up in HP despite downsizing the engine. Also he implied the RS6/7 would basically be the new standard in performance. 3.9s 0-60 doesn't do that. But the pictures look fantastic. Do want! Even if it carries these low power figures.

I reckon the power figures are on the conservative side. The "520: horsepower S8 dynoed 480 AWHP. The current S4/S5/S6 are down on horsepower (on paper) to their immediate predecessors but are up on performance. I too would prefer that Audi would not be so conservative with their claims but it's always better to underpromise and overdeliver rather than the opposite. I've heard that launch control is hard to implement with an auto but I suppose Audi overcame that with the RS6. I would still like Audi to make an RS6 sedan in the future but we can't get everything.

[Primo]

Holy hell, I'm falling in love with that car! Sooo gorgeous! Perhaps on the C5 level of gorgeousness!

[ChicagoAudi]

power figures conflict with what Qisha insinuated they would be. He said power output on the order of MP4-12C which puts it well above 600hp. I can't imagine they would actually decrease power over the C6 since all S cars have gone up in HP despite downsizing the engine.

Check the official specs on engine output: the new engine is flat rated at 560 bhp from 5,700 to 6,700 RPMs! There is no horsepower peak, so the specification is underrated. Weight also falls by 100 kilos.

[chewym]

According to a source the RS6 engine uses an improved single sided intake from the S6/S7, S8 internals and turbos even better than on the S8. So this is a new version specific to RS6/7 and not just a simple "chip" tune.

[ChicagoAudi]

Will the S8 motor variant, in RS trim, make its way into the R8 as a replacement for the V10?

[Ruergard]

Yes I'd have on of those. Thank you.

[MR USER]

8 am and the phone of my dealer is ringing already!

[Erik]

More pictures:

Looks like we're losing the wheel arches, I'm not surprised as it saves money (for Audi).

http://www.gtspirit.com/2012/12/05/o...di-rs-6-avant/


Following a leak earlier this evening we can now officially show you the brand new 2013 Audi RS6 Avant and reveal all the important information. The RS6 is lighter and more efficient than the previous model, and performance has been improved. The sprint from 0 to 100km/h takes just 3.9 seconds, and the top speed is 305km/h.

The new Audi RS6 Avant is a high-performance sports car for everyday use, according to Audi. The 4.0 TFSI, which debuted last year, has a twin-turbo setup with a peak output of 560hp between 5,700 and 6,700rpm with a constant 700Nm of torque available between 1,750 and 5,500rpm. The 4.0 TFSI delivers a sporty, full-throated sound. Switchable flaps in the exhaust system make the sound even fuller, if desired. Audi also offers an optional sport exhaust system.

The powerful twin-turbo V8 accelerates the new RS6 Avant from zero to 100km/h in a 3.9 seconds. In the standard configuration, top speed is electronically limited to 250km/h. This is increased to 280km/h with the optional Dynamic package. With the Dynamic plus package, Audi reigns in the engine only upon reaching 305km/h.

The new RS6 Avant has the cylinder on demand (COD) system, like the S6 and S7. At low to intermediate loads and engine speeds, it shuts down the intake and exhaust valves of cylinders 2, 3, 5 and 8. The 4.0 TFSI then runs as a four-cylinder engine until the driver accelerates more strongly again. The changeover from four and eight-cylinder operation takes just a few hundredths of a second. About the only thing noticeable to the driver is an indication in the instrument cluster.

The 4.0 TFSI is paired with an eight-speed tiptronic featuring shortened shift times. The automatic transmission offers D and S modes. Drivers who wish to shift for themselves can use the shift paddles on the steering wheel or the selector lever, which sports a RS design.

At the heart of the quattro permanent all-wheel drive system with torque vectoring is a self-locking center differential with an elevated locking value. An oil cooler regulates its temperature. If desired, the sport differential distributes the power steplessly between the rear wheels.

The new RS6 Avant is the first RS model from Audi to come standard with a specifically tuned air suspension. The dynamic setup of the adaptive air suspension lowers the body by 20 millimeters. The system combines the air suspension with controlled damping and takes into account the road conditions, the driving style and the mode chosen in the driving dynamics system Audi drive select, with which the driver can influence the function of key components in multiple steps.

Audi also offers the tauter sport suspension plus with Dynamic Ride Control (DRC) as an alternative to the RS6 adaptive air suspension. This system uses steel springs and three-way adjustable shock absorbers that are interconnected diagonally by means of oil lines and a central valve for improved body roll stability. Another option is dynamic steering, which features steplessly variable steering boost and ratios. This system can also be integrated into Audi drive select and, just like the standard electromechanical power steering, is tailored specifically for the RS6 Avant.

The brakes include four internally vented discs, which feature a weight-saving wave design with a wave-like outer contour. The front discs measure 390 millimeters in diameter and are gripped by black, six-piston calipers. Customers can also opt for red brake calipers. Also available as an option are carbon fiber-ceramic brake discs measuring 420 millimeters in diameter. Their calipers are painted anthracite gray. The electronic stabilization control (ESC) has a Sport mode and can also be deactivated entirely.

The Audi RS6 Avant comes standard with high-gloss, 20 inch, forged wheels in a seven twin-spoke design. Optional 21 inch cast wheels are available in three versions: high-gloss silver, polished black and polished titanium-look. The body plays a major role in the handling. It is roughly 20 percent aluminum and includes numerous components made of high-strength steel. The new Audi RS 6 Avant weighs roughly 100 kilograms lighter than its predecessor.

Numerous RS-specific design details reveal the origin of the RS model. Most noticeable are the matte aluminum applications on the body, the high-gloss black protective grille at the front of the car, the bumpers, the fender, sill flares and the large roof spoiler. At the rear of the car, the diffuser and the two large, elliptical exhaust tailpipes make a bold statement.

Two optional appearance packages – Matte Aluminum or Carbon – further customize the look and include such things as quattro badges on the central front air inlet. With the Carbon appearance package, the front splitter and the diffuser are more boldly shaped. The Audi RS6 Avant is available in nine exterior colors, including the exclusive shade Daytona Gray matte. Additional options from the Audi exclusive range offer numerous opportunities for customization.

The cockpit of the RS6 Avant has dial instruments with black faces, white dials and red needles. The key; the flat-bottomed, three-spoke, multifunction steering wheel; the illuminated entry sills; the tachometer and the displays for the MMI as well as the driver information system (DIS) sport RS logos.

A new feature in the RS menu of the DIS is the shift light. Green segments are illuminated as revs increase. The bar turns red and begins to blink when revs approach the red line. Displays for the gear selected, boost pressure, oil temperature and a digital speedometer round out the RS 6-specific driver information system.

The footrest, pedals and switches in the MMI navigation plus terminal shine in an aluminum-look finish. The decorative bezel surrounding the retractable monitor sports a piano finish; the interior door openers feature a delicate double-bar design – a classic RS feature. Carbon inlays are standard; six additional materials are available as options. A black headlining is standard; Moon Silver or black Alcantara are optional.

[audi_ch]

The new Audi RS6 Avant is a high-performance sports car for everyday use, according to Audi. The 4.0 TFSI, which debuted last year, has a twin-turbo setup with a peak output of 560hp between 5,700 and 6,700rpm with a constant 700Nm of torque available between 1,750 and 5,500rpm. The 4.0 TFSI delivers a sporty, full-throated sound. Switchable flaps in the exhaust system make the sound even fuller, if desired. Audi also offers an optional sport exhaust system.

quik compairo to m5 f10 engine datas:

m5 560hp from 5750-7000 rpm, rs6 560hp from 5700-6700
m5 680 nm from 1500-5750 rpm, rs6 700nm from 1750-5500

it looks like the 4,4 liter f10 egine has just a tiny bit bigger power band than the 4,0 liter rs6 whilst the rs6 has 20 nm more torque.

What make me think, new s6 weighted 2100kg (whilst catalogue weight ist something around 1950kg...) in diff german mags, and was also announced to be lighter than hes prescedor. I can harldy imagen a spect rs6 avant will be lighter than the new s6.... Very curios about the real world weight.

Wonder witch car has the better high speed performance

[bmwade]

I'll take mine with dayton grey matte with carbon ceramic brakes, 21" polished titanium rims, S.E. exhaust, silver interior with moon silver headliner, and the carbon appearance package.

[plivac]

don't want to spoil the show but:
http://www.autoweek.com/article/2012...ROIT/121209951

"Correction: The RS6 Avant is not coming to the United States and will not be revealed at the Detroit auto show, as originally reported."

[bmwade]

don't want to spoil the show but:
http://www.autoweek.com/article/2012...ROIT/121209951

"Correction: The RS6 Avant is not coming to the United States and will not be revealed at the Detroit auto show, as originally reported."

i refuse to believe! Maybe we don't get the first m.y. but I contend that if we don't give up we will succeed in obtaining at least a few before the end of production.

[MaxRS6]

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