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Audi RS6 from quattro GmbH
Powered by a V8 biturbo engine, the RS6 offers the performance of a thoroughbred sports car with a luxurious body based on the Audi S6 sedan or Avant.
Audi’s most powerful model to date, the ultimate top-of-the-range version in the A6 model line has been created by quattro GmbH and developed in conjunction with AUDI AG. The Audi RS6 embodies a unique high-tech package. Its immense power characteristic, quattro permanent four-wheel drive, high-performance brake system and innovative DRC suspension set new standards in the segment of high-performance vehicles.
Compared with other high-performance sports cars, driver and passengers do not have to accept any compromises with regard to functionality, comfort and spaciousness. The Audi RS6 is the only car of its kind that is available in both sedan and Avant versions.
The design of the Audi RS6 makes a clear statement. Despite its unequivocal declaration of top performance, its tremendous potential is only apparent at second glance thanks to its distinguishing features.
The 4.2-litre V8 engine in the Audi RS6 reaches a permanent peak output of 331 kW (450 bhp) between 5700 and 6400 rpm. The fact that its peak torque of 560 Nm is available across an extremely wide speed range of between 1950 and 5600 rpm is exceptional. Most of the impressive power gain is attributable to the two fast-acting turbochargers, the efficiency of which is further enhanced by two intercoolers optimised to prevent pressure loss. There is one turbocharger per bank of cylinders.
The engine in the Audi RS6 has an aluminium block, five valves per cylinder with three inlet and two exhaust valves per cylinder and roller-bearing rocker arms. In order to increase power output, the intake and exhaust ports have been modified in the cylinder head and new air ducts have been developed for the biturbo engine.
The adapted engine management is another key aspect of the RS6 engine's efficiency. The Bosch Motronic ME 7.1.1 operates with boost pressure, knock and exhaust-gas temperature control. The biturbo functionality has been added especially for use in the Audi RS6.
The backpressure-optimised dual-branch exhaust system is an entirely new development. It consists of special middle and rear silencers, large-section pipes and primary and main catalytic converters with a metal substrate. Thanks to careful tuning it has been possible to compose a powerful sound that is sporty across the entire speed range.
The tractive capability of quattro permanent four-wheel drive converts the V8 biturbo's high torque into propulsive power with impressive efficiency and directional stability. The Audi RS 6 sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds and reaches the 200 km/h mark after 17.6 seconds. The top speed of 250 km/h is governed smoothly by electronic means.
The automatic five-speed tiptronic transmission specially developed for the RS6 originates from the six-litre, twelve-cylinder Audi A8 6.0 and copes with the engine's high torque levels without any trouble. The modifications made focused on even shorter shifting times.
In keeping with the car's high performance, quattro GmbH has developed a completely new brake system for the Audi RS6. Brake discs of a composite design derived from motorsport have been fitted on both the front and rear wheels.
The ventilated disc brakes have a diameter of 365 millimetres at the front, and 335 millimetres at the rear. 8-piston fixed callipers are used at the front, single-piston floating-calliper brakes with integral handbrake at the rear.
The parameters of the ABS and Electronic Brake-force Distribution systems have been adapted to the modified hydraulic components. The sporty control algorithms of the Anti-lock Brake System are clearly aimed at very short stopping distances and optimum regulating convenience.
The Audi RS6 is fitted with a tyre pressure monitoring system as standard. This monitors the tyre pressure of the four wheels during the journey. Any variances in pressure are immediately indicated in the driver's display.
The Audi RS6 is the first model to be equipped with the innovative suspension concept Dynamic Ride Control (DRC). This integral roll and pitch-compensating facility consists of a special damping system that counteracts the movements of the vehicle body immediately without the use of electronics. When steering into and around a corner, the damper characteristics are changed in such a way that movements of the body around the longitudinal axis (rolling) and the transverse axis (pitching) are significantly reduced.
The single-tube shock absorbers on the same side of the vehicle are connected with the diagonally opposed dampers on the other side via two separate oil lines, each with a central valve. The DRC valves provide the required compensation volume by means of internal pistons and pressure chambers.
When the suspension is compressed on one side, the damper characteristic is consequently modified in such a way that rolling or pitching movements are almost entirely eliminated. As a result, this alert damping system ensures that the Audi RS6 maintains extremely good tracking stability when cornering.
The functions ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ABS with EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EDL (Electronic Differential Lock with active brake control), ASR (Anti-Slip Regulation) and the higher-level yawing-moment control are all integrated and form a comprehensive safety package.
Three large air intake apertures – the centre one for cooling the water and oil and the two outer ones for intercooling – determine the appearance of the RS6 front end. The decorative grilles for the air intake apertures have a honeycomb design. Xenon Plus headlights behind clear-glass covers and fog lights in the lower right and left bumper areas complete the "face" of the Audi RS6.
The names of the five exclusive paint finishes for the Audi RS6 reflect its proximity to the world of motor sport. Customers can choose from the pearl effect colours Mugello Blue, Daytona Grey, Avus Silver, Misano Red and Goodwood Green – all named after racing circuits. The Audi RS6 is also available in Ebony Black.
Sports appeal and individuality also characterise the exclusive interior equipment of the Audi RS6. The heated Recaro sports seats with special upholstery and embossed RS6 logo provide stability, optimum lateral support and ample comfort however long the journey may be. The steering wheel rim and selector lever knob are trimmed with perforated leather which affords a particularly good grip.
Also standard on the Audi RS6 is a ski bag in the rear seat for transporting long items and the child seat mounting ISOFIX. The automatic air conditioning with sun sensor can be adjusted separately for the right and left sides of the car; the Driver Information System (DIS) includes on-board computer, Auto Check Control and outside temperature gauge.
Following the extremely successful RS4, the Audi RS6 is the second independent model that has been created by quattro GmbH and developed in conjunction with AUDI AG. It is built jointly at Neckarsulm by the Audi plant and quattro GmbH. The RS6 is assembled and finished in quattro GmbH's production halls, at the rate of no more than a handful of cars each day, in the best handicraft tradition. This production concept assures supreme product quality and has already proven notably successful for assembly of the RS4.
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