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That's awesome!!
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https://www.motorauthority.com/news/...on-enthusiasts
Wagon fans have something to celebrate: The Audi A6 Allroad is coming back to the United States in 2020.
The German automaker on Monday announced the 2020 Audi A6 Allroad for the U.S. market after the nameplate was first introduced here nearly 20 years ago
The 2020 Audi A6 Allroad will stick to the original's formula: air suspension, turbocharged power, sophisticated all-wheel drive, and a tough look.
When it arrives, it'll be easy to spot on the road. Unlike the first-generation Allroad (based on the C5 A6) the 2020 model's wheel arches and rocker panels are painted in a matte gray finish that contrasts with the body color. The original, you may recall, had unpainted gray plastic, picked for extra protection as the plastic didn't chip from rocks or dirt.
Finishing the look is an Allroad-specific grille with chrome vertical slats, plus 20-inch wheels beneath the flared arches. The roof rails and front bumper bottom are finished in silver while a rear diffuser finishes the rear bumper.
Like the first-generation A6 Allroad, the 2020 model will ride on air suspension allowing the wagon to increase its ride height to provide 7.3 inches of ground clearance (the first-generation could go up to 8 inches in the air). In auto and comfort modes, the A6 Allroad will provide 5.5 inches of ground clearance while dynamic mode will drop it to 4.9 inches. Off-road mode puts the wagon 6.7 inches above the ground while a lift mode can take it up further to 7.3 inches.
For light off-roading, hill descent control, a tilt angle assist (that display's the wagon's tilt angle on the infotainment screen), and all-wheel steering is on board.
Inside, the A6 Allroad offers the same experience as the sedan, which is to say it's filled with technology including twin touchscreens for infotainment, a digital gauge cluster (though it's unclear if this will be standard or available), Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and leather upholstery with heated seats. Audi hasn't dished full details, but a panoramic sunroof, LED interior lighting, and Bang & Olufsen sound system will be on the options list.
Like the original A6 Allroad, the 2020 model is powered by a turbocharged V-6. Under the hood sits a 3.0-liter turbocharged V-6 with a 48-volt mild hybrid system to produce 335 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque, which is directed to all four wheels via a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Audi's quattro ultra all-wheel-drive system, which can automatically disconnect to make the car front-wheel-drive, is standard.
An Anniversary Edition A6 Allroad pays homage to the first-generation model with a Gavial Green color option with Sarder brown Valcona leather with Nappa accents. Fine Grain Ash Natural Noble Wood trim finishes the look inside the special edition with stainless steel pedals and footrest along with contrast stitching on the leather airbag cap and seat base.
Now with the local debuts of the 2020 RS 6 Avant and A6 Allroad confirmed, there's hope the standard A6 Avant will return to the U.S. as well.
The German automaker on Monday announced the 2020 Audi A6 Allroad for the U.S. market after the nameplate was first introduced here nearly 20 years ago
The 2020 Audi A6 Allroad will stick to the original's formula: air suspension, turbocharged power, sophisticated all-wheel drive, and a tough look.
When it arrives, it'll be easy to spot on the road. Unlike the first-generation Allroad (based on the C5 A6) the 2020 model's wheel arches and rocker panels are painted in a matte gray finish that contrasts with the body color. The original, you may recall, had unpainted gray plastic, picked for extra protection as the plastic didn't chip from rocks or dirt.
Finishing the look is an Allroad-specific grille with chrome vertical slats, plus 20-inch wheels beneath the flared arches. The roof rails and front bumper bottom are finished in silver while a rear diffuser finishes the rear bumper.
Like the first-generation A6 Allroad, the 2020 model will ride on air suspension allowing the wagon to increase its ride height to provide 7.3 inches of ground clearance (the first-generation could go up to 8 inches in the air). In auto and comfort modes, the A6 Allroad will provide 5.5 inches of ground clearance while dynamic mode will drop it to 4.9 inches. Off-road mode puts the wagon 6.7 inches above the ground while a lift mode can take it up further to 7.3 inches.
For light off-roading, hill descent control, a tilt angle assist (that display's the wagon's tilt angle on the infotainment screen), and all-wheel steering is on board.
Inside, the A6 Allroad offers the same experience as the sedan, which is to say it's filled with technology including twin touchscreens for infotainment, a digital gauge cluster (though it's unclear if this will be standard or available), Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and leather upholstery with heated seats. Audi hasn't dished full details, but a panoramic sunroof, LED interior lighting, and Bang & Olufsen sound system will be on the options list.
Like the original A6 Allroad, the 2020 model is powered by a turbocharged V-6. Under the hood sits a 3.0-liter turbocharged V-6 with a 48-volt mild hybrid system to produce 335 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque, which is directed to all four wheels via a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Audi's quattro ultra all-wheel-drive system, which can automatically disconnect to make the car front-wheel-drive, is standard.
An Anniversary Edition A6 Allroad pays homage to the first-generation model with a Gavial Green color option with Sarder brown Valcona leather with Nappa accents. Fine Grain Ash Natural Noble Wood trim finishes the look inside the special edition with stainless steel pedals and footrest along with contrast stitching on the leather airbag cap and seat base.
Now with the local debuts of the 2020 RS 6 Avant and A6 Allroad confirmed, there's hope the standard A6 Avant will return to the U.S. as well.
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The A6 is a transverse engine???
Also, these things will be gold on the used market.
Also, these things will be gold on the used market.
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Also in many markets the lower trims for these Audis are also available in FWD only.
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Reviewed by evo: https://www.evo.co.uk/audi/rs6
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RS6 reviewed by Top Gear: https://www.topgear.com/car-reviews/...ic/first-drive
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To be honest, i think the Previous Gen looks better. Maybe the shapes of those "Air vents" are just too weird.
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^ Don't care, I'd take either at this point.
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Yumcha (02-14-2020)
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So, not a surprise that the RS6 loses to all of them...it has the least power of the group here. Still, it'd be my first choice.
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E63s > * :o
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Comfy (03-10-2020)
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I would take the Porsche.... if we dont take $$ into consideration.
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Glad to see the 3 of us wouldn't have to fight.
Everyone else can for the BMW.
Everyone else can for the BMW.
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charliemike (02-24-2020)
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You got that right... if it were to be mistaken for something, it better be Genesis at least.
I cant be seen in a Hyundai... like ever...
I cant be seen in a Hyundai... like ever...
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charliemike (02-24-2020)
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After seeing the Bimmer destroy everything else there, I'd have no problem taking that. But, of the three wagons, I'd prefer the MB just on sound alone.
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00TL-P3.2 (02-25-2020)
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I dont know why the Porsche sounded so mute there. The one my boss has sounds like a monster. Maybe the Hybrid drivetrain has something to do with it?
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RS6 Avant's pricing announced: $109995...
So, actually cheaper than the RS7.
https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/2...ice-msrp-cost/
So, actually cheaper than the RS7.
https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/2...ice-msrp-cost/
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RS6 Avant's pricing announced: $109995...
So, actually cheaper than the RS7.
https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/2...ice-msrp-cost/
So, actually cheaper than the RS7.
https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/2...ice-msrp-cost/
Wait, that's not right...
Be a cuck @civicdrivr
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Nah, E63S Estate > *
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The Merc has a nicer interior IMO.
And a better exhaust note.
And a better exhaust note.
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However, I understand how some people can see the Merc interior as gaudy, due to all the silver and the LED lighting.
I wouldn't turn down either.
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I get where you're coming from. But from a sheer usability standpoint, the Merc still has buttons. The Audi is all touch controls.
However, I understand how some people can see the Merc interior as gaudy, due to all the silver and the LED lighting.
I wouldn't turn down either.
However, I understand how some people can see the Merc interior as gaudy, due to all the silver and the LED lighting.
I wouldn't turn down either.
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I get where you're coming from. But from a sheer usability standpoint, the Merc still has buttons. The Audi is all touch controls.
However, I understand how some people can see the Merc interior as gaudy, due to all the silver and the LED lighting.
I wouldn't turn down either.
However, I understand how some people can see the Merc interior as gaudy, due to all the silver and the LED lighting.
I wouldn't turn down either.
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Mostly touch in the MB (on the steering wheel as mentioned above, and the trackpad for models so equipped). Still have the Command wheel & physical buttons/switches for the climate control.
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The Audi is all touch, with the exception of the steering wheel:
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I drove the Q8 when I was loaned one when the Optima was in for servicing which has that new interface and tech...it's pretty neat but I can see the reason to want real buttons too. It takes some getting used to.
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^ I agree, but the big reason people hate touch screens for those buttons is because you have to go through menus to access what you want. Doesn't seem to be the case with the Audi system.