Audi simply debuted the most recent addition to their lineup, the A6 Avant. The mannequin is positioned squarely to be cross-shopped with the 5 Sequence Touring, and likewise gained’t be supplied in the US market. Our first impression is that our longroof fanatic associates abroad could have fairly the tough option to make, because the A6 Avant pulls out all of the stops.
Exterior Design
The A6 Avant debuted within the shocking shade of Unlikely Brown, however particulars are nonetheless straightforward to make out. (The precise identify is Madeira Brown metallic.) The A6 Avant will get narrower headlights, significantly bigger air intakes alongside the aspect of the entrance bumper, and a wider entrance grille. That interprets to a extra aggressive—however maybe barely extra cluttered and cheaper—look.
One factor the 5 Sequence Touring undoubtedly lacks is the A6 Avant’s exhaust ideas within the again. Apparently, they’re actual, they usually look nice with the black diffuser operating beneath the rear bumper cowl. Each vehicles supply quite a lot of slick alloy wheel designs, and the 21-inch wheels featured on this automotive look unbelievable. The A6 Avant is a bit of bit shorter and narrower than the 5er. Deciding between the 5 Sequence and A6 is essentially a matter of style. The A6 seems to be extra aggressive. The 5 Sequence Touring is extra restrained.
Inside Design
The 5 Sequence Touring is bigger than the A6 Avant, so, intuitively, the 5er has extra space for storing—1,700 liters vs. the Audi’s 1,534 liters. Each get a 40/20/40 split-folding rear bench. From the cockpit, each wagons supply a whole lot of display screen actual property, and Audi even offers you one for the passenger. That’s coming quickly to the 5 Sequence. Each sport a square-bottom steering wheel and minimal button controls. Every thing’s on the display screen nowadays, in spite of everything. They’re extra comparable than completely different. Like on the surface, this largely comes right down to easy desire.
Efficiency
We don’t take a look on the efficiency variations of the A6 Avant fairly but. After we see an S6 Avant—and even higher, a V8-powered RS6 Avant—we’ll have a greater thought of this chassis’ higher limits. What we do know is that the A6 Avant affords three engine choices: a 2.0-liter four-cylinder fuel engine, a 2.0-liter diesel four-pot, and a twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6. Each pairs with quattro all-wheel drive and an computerized transmission. Each the V6 and diesel are gentle hybrids.
The highest-dog V6 makes a good sufficient 270 kW (367 PS, 362 horsepower) and 550 newton meters (406 pound-feet) of torque. In contrast BMW’s top-dog Tourer makes 360 kW (489 hp), which is kind of a niche. Traditionally, BMW gives a way more partaking driving expertise, and we are inclined to suppose that can ring true right here, too.
Know-how
Like we mentioned, the A6 Avant and 5 Sequence Touring each supply a whole lot of display screen actual property. Meaning tons of gizmos, devices, and apps solely tangentially associated to the enterprise of driving. For instance, Audi states that the A6 Avant options ChatGPT-ingrained infotainment. Then again, BMW affords AirConsole for in-car gaming. Any approach you slice it, each supply just about each fashionable tech characteristic one may moderately anticipate a luxurious car to have. One space by which the 5 Sequence undoubtedly excels is usability – the bodily iDrive controller remains to be alive and nicely, a minimum of for now.
The A6 Avant seems to be good, regardless that we gained’t see it in America. At the least, not with out an additional little bit of badging, be it RS or Allroad. The Avant’s debut comes simply forward of a sedan variant that can come to the states—however we’re keen to wager it gained’t be as cool as this factor is. What do you consider the brand new A6 Avant?
