Especificaciones y análisis del Audi A6
Power
579HP
Torque
650Nm
Consumption
14l/100
Emissions
333g/km
0-100 km/h
4.6s
Top Speed
250km/h
Weight
2100kg
Price
129,040€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 6v
AWD
5 / 5 doors
565 L
80 L
426 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Audi RS 6 Avant 5.0 TFSI V10 quattro tiptronic · 579 CV (2010-2011)
General description
The 2010 Audi RS 6 Avant is not just any station wagon; it's a statement of intent, a beast in sheep's clothing. Under its hood beats a massive heart: a 5.0-liter twin-turbo V10 engine that unleashes 579 horsepower. It's the perfect fusion of an Avant's practicality and a supercar's performance, a car that redefines what it means to travel with the family at breakneck speeds.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the RS 6 Avant is a visceral experience. The thrust is immediate and overwhelming thanks to the 650 Nm of torque available from just 1500 revolutions. Every acceleration pins you to the seat while the roar of the V10 floods the cabin, a mechanical symphony that gives you goosebumps. Despite its more than two tons, the quattro all-wheel drive provides astonishing confidence, allowing you to take corners with a precision and poise that defy the laws of physics. It's a land missile that drives with disconcerting ease.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is an exercise in restraint and aggression. At first glance, it could pass for an elegant A6 Avant, but the details betray its true nature. The flared wheel arches, the imposing 19-inch wheels, the front bumper with its huge air intakes, and the unmistakable dual oval exhaust pipes at the rear are clues to its potential. It's a muscular and functional aesthetic that doesn't need to shout to command respect.
Technology and features
The technology in this RS 6 is a testament to Audi's engineering at its peak. The twin-turbo V10 engine with FSI direct injection is a masterpiece, capable of delivering immense power in a linear and controllable manner. It is paired with a 6-speed Tiptronic transmission and the legendary quattro all-wheel-drive system, which intelligently distributes power to ensure maximum traction under any circumstances. The chassis, with its double-wishbone suspension and large ventilated disc brakes, is more than capable of taming the beast.
Competition
In the exclusive pantheon of super station wagons, the RS 6 Avant faced titans of its kind. Its most direct rival was the BMW M5 Touring (E61), another wagon with a glorious naturally aspirated V10 engine that offered a purer and more radical driving experience. On the other hand, the Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG Estate represented brute force in a German suit, with a large-displacement V8 and an equally imposing character. A legendary battle between three high-performance philosophies.
Conclusion
The Audi RS 6 Avant V10 is much more than a fast car; it's a legend on wheels and the swan song of an era of grandiose engines. It represents the ultimate expression of the 'sleeper' concept, a vehicle capable of carrying the family and luggage in total comfort and then humiliating sports cars on a highway. Its combination of power, practicality, and discretion makes it an object of desire, a future classic that marked a before and after.