Audi RS6 Performance 700 hp Acceleration to Top Speed in Autobahn
Audi RS6 Performance
The 2016 Audi RS6 Avant Performance is the world’s fastest sleeper. It also sounds like it’s ready for out-and-out war with its rumbling twin-turbo V8.
An erupting volcano – it seems the only fair way to describe the level of power unleashed by the immense twin-turbo V8 shoehorned under the bonnet of the new 2016 Audi RS6 Avant Performance.
Off-the-line acceleration is simply astounding: 0-100km/h in 3.7 seconds (two-tenths quicker than the old RS6) and a top speed of 250km/h, which is electronically limited. For what its worth, that’s as quick as the second-generation Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4.
These are truly staggering numbers, especially given the fact that we’re talking about a two-tonne-plus (2025kg) family hauler capable of lugging around five adults and their luggage in unbridled luxury.
The main drawcard, though, is that monstrous twin-turbo 4.0-litre V8 powerhouse under the bonnet. Hit the starter button and it erupts, much like that volcano I mentioned earlier. There’s a deep, deep burble to the soundtrack, and right from the get-go you get the sense that it’s begging to be let off the leash. It likes to rev: redline is set at a lofty 6800rpm – although all 445kW arrives at 6100rpm – and it had no problem getting there, at least in the Dynamic mode.
The ride is as expected for a car capable of such savage performance, particularly this example, which has traded the more pliant standard air-sprung set-up with the tauter Dynamic Ride Control dampers. It uses a hydraulic link between the front and rear dampers for absolute poise when hard charging in the bends.
Even for the hardcore enthusiast, it’s difficult to think of a better all-rounder than the RS6 Avant Performance. It’s ferociously quick, can carry a big load and to the conservative punter, it pretty much looks like a big Audi wagon.
It is, in fact, the ultimate luxury sleeper car.
Video by: AutoTopNL
Car information by: CarAdvice.com.au