‘Anything but narrow’
The all-new A6 Avant marks an important milestone for Audi with the marque saying the model reconnects with customers through one of its most recognisable lines.
Due to arrive this month, one of the brand’s most important model lines in the premium business-class segment will be priced from $158,990 plus on-road costs.
Built on Audi’s advanced premium platform combustion, it features a TFSI engine with mild-hybrid technology for improved efficiency and dynamic performance. It also introduces intuitive digital and infotainment systems, advanced lighting technology, and intelligent driver assistance features.
“The A6 Avant will serve a unique corner of the market, but its capability is anything but narrow,” says Greg Leet, general manager of Audi NZ.
“This generation reinforces why it remains a cornerstone of Audi’s identity by delivering the space, sophistication and performance that continue to resonate strongly with New Zealand customers.”
The sporty design of A6 contributes to its aerodynamics, achieving a drag coefficient of just 0.25, the best of any Avant with a combustion engine.
Air curtains ensure smooth airflow around the front wheels and vehicle sides, while controllable cool-air intakes behind the single-frame grille optimise airflow through the engine bay. Audi has refined sealing between the bumper and cooling unit, reducing airflow losses in this area by up to 70 percent.
At the rear, aerodynamic panels, an extended roof-edge spoiler and a wide diffuser create a clean flow stall, striking a balance between rear-axle lift and air resistance.
Inside, the digital stage centres around the curved MMI panoramic display featuring a 11.9 inch Audi virtual cockpit plus and a 14.5 inch MMI touch display with OLED technology.
A 10.9 inch MMI front-passenger display is standard, enabling content streaming, navigation assistance and access to infotainment features while a privacy mode ensures the driver isn’t distracted. Bang & Olufsen 3D premium sound system with head-restraint speakers are also standard.
At launch, the A6 Avant is powered by a three litre V6 TFSI engine with MHEV-plus to deliver 270kW and 550Nm of torque. Paired with a seven speed S tronic transmission and quattro all wheel drive, it accelerates from 0-100kph in 4.7 seconds.
The MHEV-plus system provides up to 18kW of extra boost and 230Nm more torque during acceleration, while regenerative braking recovers up to 25kW of energy.
The 48 volt system also enables an electrically driven air conditioning compressor, ensuring full climate-control operation even when the engine is off.
