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 Collection Touring, and likewise received’t be supplied in america market. Our first impression is that our longroof fanatic buddies abroad may have fairly the tough option to make, for the reason that A6 Avant pulls out all of the stops.
Exterior Design
The A6 Avant debuted within the stunning 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 Collection Touring undoubtedly lacks is the A6 Avant’s exhaust ideas within the again. Apparently, they’re actual, and so they look nice with the black diffuser working underneath the rear bumper cowl. Each vehicles provide quite a lot of slick alloy wheel designs, and the 21-inch wheels featured on this automobile look implausible. The A6 Avant is somewhat bit shorter and narrower than the 5er. Deciding between the 5 Collection and A6 is basically a matter of style. The A6 seems extra aggressive. The 5 Collection Touring is extra restrained.
Inside Design
The 5 Collection 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 provide numerous display actual property, and Audi even provides you one for the passenger. That’s coming quickly to the 5 Collection. Each sport a square-bottom steering wheel and minimal button controls. Every part’s on the display nowadays, in spite of everything. They’re extra comparable than completely different. Like on the surface, this largely comes all the way down to easy choice.
Efficiency
We don’t take a look on the efficiency variations of the A6 Avant fairly but. Once 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 automated transmission. Each the V6 and diesel are delicate 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 sort of a niche. Traditionally, BMW offers a way more participating driving expertise, and we are likely to assume that may ring true right here, too.
Expertise
Like we stated, the A6 Avant and 5 Collection Touring each provide numerous display 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 provide just about each fashionable tech function one might fairly count on a luxurious automobile to have. One space wherein the 5 Collection undoubtedly excels is usability – the bodily iDrive controller remains to be alive and nicely, not less than for now.
The A6 Avant seems good, regardless that we received’t see it in America. At the very 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 may come to the states—however we’re keen to guess it received’t be as cool as this factor is. What do you consider the brand new A6 Avant?
