Audi RS6 Sedan revealed

[prizrak]

http://jalopnik.com/400234/2009-audi...our+door-power

Pure sex

It's a lazy Monday afternoon in the summertime, and if you're Audi, that means it's the perfect time to reveal a new double-turbocharged quattro-equipped sports sedan. Enter the new 2009 Audi RS6 Sedan and its big twin-turbo V10 engine with an output of 580 HP and 479 lb-ft of torque — the perfect bookend to the Audi RS6 Avant revealed late last year. The RennSporty-6 sedan also gets "racing-inspired" direct-injection plus a dry-sump lube system. All will help the new Audi catapults from 0 to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 4.5 seconds with an electronically-limited top speed of 155.34 MPH, which can be optionally raised to 173.98 mph. Price? Well, on the other side of the pond, we're talking about 105,550 euros (round about $157K in weird Euro prices) when it hits the showroom floors in mid-October. Want more details? Hit the jump.

[Aiolos]

Looks pretty good. I like it way more than the Avant, and it's got 8 more HP

Wonder how much the weight difference over the avant will affect its handling.









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Source: jalopnik.com

The new Audi RS 6: The confidently superior sports sedan from quattro GmbH

* Twin-turbo V10 producing 426 kW (580 hp) and 650 Nm of torque
* Racing-inspired direct injection and dry-sump lubrication
* A wealth of high-tech for superior performance

426 kW (580 hp) and 650 Nm (479.42 lb-ft) of torque - with its twin-turbo V10 and quattro permanent all-wheel drive, the Audi RS 6 is a car without equal. Following on the heels of the RS 6 Avant, Audi now presents the sedan. It drives like a supercar thanks to its superior performance and thrilling dynamics, yet offers all of the everyday utility of a large business sedan.

The engine of the new Audi RS 6 is a high-tech work of art. The 4,991 cc V10 bundles a number of Audi's race-winning technologies - FSI direct fuel injection, dry-sump lubrication and two turbochargers. With up to 1.6 bar of boost pressure, these provide smooth, powerful thrust and an incomparable power band: The peak torque of 650 Nm (479.42 lb-ft) is available from 1,500 to 6,250 rpm and thus nearly over the entire rev range. Peak power of 426 kW (580 hp) is generated between 6,250 rpm and the maximum figure of 6,700 rpm.

With a power-to-weight ratio of 3.4 kilograms per hp, the Audi RS 6 performs like a supercar. It catapults to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 4.5 seconds on its way to an electronically-limited top speed of 250 km/h (155.34 mph), which can be optionally raised to 280 km/h (173.98 mph). The V10 responds immediately and spontaneously to the throttle, and is very smooth while accelerating with a powerful roar.

The engine's power flows through the six-speed tiptronic, one of a new, dynamic generation of Audi automatic transmissions. Its reaction time has been reduced to one tenth of a second, shift time has been halved compared to units used in other models and transmission ratios are short. The driver can also manually change gears either using the shift lever or the paddles on the steering wheel. The tiptronic transmission transfers the power to an extremely sporty, rear-weighted quattro drive train.

Precision high-tech suspension

The technology bundled into the suspension of the Audi RS 6 guarantees an amazing performance experience. The front axle features four lightweight aluminum control arms per wheel, whose elastokinematics have been designed for particularly sporty performance. The characteristics of the speed-dependent servotronic power steering were retuned and the steering gear ratio is a direct 12.5:1. The rear suspension kinematics have also been modified.

The development engineers have also deployed an exclusive damping technology: Dynamic Ride Control DRC reduces pitch and roll using purely mechanical means. Hydraulic lines and valves connect diagonally opposed pairs of shock absorbers. When cornering, the flow of fluid to the damper of the compressing outside front wheel increases, providing firmer support and reducing roll. When combined with the sports suspension plus, DRC offers a choice of three selectable damper settings - sport, dynamic and comfort - which can be activated via the MMI.

The electronic stabilization system ESP offers maximum driving fun with uncompromised safety. Its relatively high activation threshold encourages a dynamic driving style. It offers a Sport mode and can also be deactivated entirely.

The new Audi RS 6 rolls on 19-inch alloy wheels shod with 255/40 tires. Up front, six-piston fixed aluminum calipers - painted black and decorated with RS badges - clamp down on 390 millimeter brake disks. The rear brake disks measure 365 millimeters in diameter. The rear axle features single-piston floating brake calipers. The floating steel disks feature large cooling ducts and axial perforations for enhanced performance and less weight.

9.5J x 20-inch wheels are offered as an option. These allow the use of a ceramic brake system. The 420 (front) and 356 (rear) millimeter disks weigh a total of 12.2 kilograms (26.90 lb) less than the steel disks. The calipers - up front with eight pistons - are painted anthracite and labeled "Audi ceramic."

The body of the 4.93 meter (16.17 ft) RS 6 also sports a number of distinctive features that immediately identify it as a dynamic, top-of-the-line model. These include the single-frame grill, the air intakes, the headlights featuring xenon plus, adaptive light and RS 6-specific LED daytime running lights, the flared fenders and deep side skirts, the rear diffuser, the spoiler integrated into the trunk lid and the two large oval exhaust pipes.

The finest of materials and uncompromised quality

Like all Audi RS models developed and built by quattro GmbH in cooperation with AUDI AG, the RS 6 is the embodiment of power, elegance, exclusivity and perfection. The interior is adorned with the finest of materials such as carbon fiber, aluminum, piano lacquer, leather and Alcantara in tried-and-tested Audi quality.

The deeply sculpted sports seats provide optimal support and firm hold. The power-adjustable seats are upholstered in Silk Nappa leather, with leather/Alcantara and Valcona leather available as options. Bucket seats with an even more sporty emphasis are also offered for both driver and front passenger. Standard equipment includes the dual-zone deluxe automatic air conditioning plus, a parking assistant at front and rear, an RS leather multifunction sports steering wheel with flat-bottomed rim and a Bose surround sound system. A boost pressure indicator for the two turbochargers in the driver information system rounds out the instrumentation.

The options are also pure hi-tech: Audi lane assist helps to keep the car in its lane, adaptive cruise control maintains a constant distance to the car ahead and Audi side assist helps the driver change lane safely. The Audi Bluetooth car phone integrates perfectly with the driver's cell phone to make even using the phone a luxurious experience. It is integrated into the standard MMI operating system, a new generation of which is making its debut in the Audi RS 6.

The Audi RS 6 will be launched on the market in mid-October. The starting price in Germany including VAT is 105,550 euros.

[SoxXpupPeT]

thats Tasty!

[DTMracer]

Can I have mine in black debadged?

[Aston Martin]

That plus the $8k upgrade will beat anything.

[edkwon]

that car speaks way more subtle class than the M5

[blazer]

I like the profile view a lot.. however the flared wheel arches give it a weird line.. ish.. haha i dunno

[Night_Hawk]

This car is tied with the new CTS-V for most beastly sedan around.


actually I forgot about mercedes...

[Cold Fussion]

I imagine it will feel very nimble compare to the estate since its 500kg lighter. It should be a further 200 kg lighter IMO.

[NooDle]

estate > sedan.

But I still definitely would

[fbc]

Fantastic car - subtle, classy, but with all that performance lurking. That said, the Avant has my heart - all those feature plus extra practicality and even more sleeper factor.

[SL65]

That is one desirable car, thats for sure!

My only bug about it is that its too subtle for my liking. Compared with the RS4, anyways.

That things even got decent ground clearance. Very good all-round car. But you do pay for it....but who cares right?

Gotta love the Germans

[klankymen]

Originally Posted by Cold Fussion

I imagine it will feel very nimble compare to the estate since its 500kg lighter. It should be a further 200 kg lighter IMO.

I find it VERY UNLIKELY that this car will weigh 1.5 tons... where are you pulling that figure from? I'm pretty sure it will be within 100kg of the avant.


As for the car... not sure I want one, wagons are just more practical.

[prizrak]

I like this more than the Avant, sure the Avant is more practical but this just looks so much better.
*Starts saving money*

[Posmo]

Looks like Audi has chosen the "Porsche 911" line of design.. The a5, the a4, and now, the rs6 ALL have the same taillights, and the LED headlights.. They all look the same! Imo, that car is as boring as an 80's corolla.

[The Chad]

Originally Posted by Posmo

Looks like Audi has chosen the "Porsche 911" line of design.. The a5, the a4, and now, the rs6 ALL have the same taillights, and the LED headlights.. They all look the same! Imo, that car is as boring as an 80's corolla.

I can see the appeal of having similar looking cars though. Let's say you don't need a huge car (new, single, middle management types), you can get an RS4. Or if you need a larger car, but like the design on the RS4, you can get an RS6 to meet your needs.

Looks like Audi is trying to become one type of design, with options to appeal to all price/need brackets.

And, IMO, the only way to compete with BMW head-on is to offer better performance with a look that is more subtle and dignified. People didn't like the "brashness" of the new BMWs, and Mercedes Benz are loading their cars up with chrome and big badges. Audi is trying to fill the needs people who don't want a shouty car.

Are they right? I don't know. But that is my guess on why the cars all resemble each other.

[Cold Fussion]

Originally Posted by klankymen

I find it VERY UNLIKELY that this car will weigh 1.5 tons... where are you pulling that figure from? I'm pretty sure it will be within 100kg of the avant.


As for the car... not sure I want one, wagons are just more practical.

This weights 1.97 tonnes. The wagen weights 2.5 tonnes doesn't it?

[watto]

Yes, yes, yes. Do want!!! And the Avant, too... Can I just have both? One in the blue, one in black...

[klankymen]

Originally Posted by Cold Fussion

This weights 1.97 tonnes. The wagen weights 2.5 tonnes doesn't it?

nope, pretty close to an even 2 tonnes

[Necx0]

Don't like it. Cannot possibly see why you would want this car over an RS4. Bit more space maybe. Certainly wouldn't be any faster unless you are in very high speed roll on acceleration situations.

I will take a previous generation RS6 thankyou and pocket a substantial amount of change. Or buy an RS4 and do the same.