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 received’t be supplied in the US market. Our first impression is that our longroof fanatic pals abroad can 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 shocking shade of Unlikely Brown, however particulars are nonetheless simple 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 working underneath the rear bumper cowl. Each automobiles supply a wide range of slick alloy wheel designs, and the 21-inch wheels featured on this automotive look implausible. The A6 Avant is a bit bit shorter and narrower than the 5er. Deciding between the 5 Sequence and A6 is basically 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 variety of display screen actual property, and Audi even provides you one for the passenger. That’s coming quickly to the 5 Sequence. Each sport a square-bottom steering wheel and minimal button controls. The whole lot’s on the display screen lately, in spite of everything. They’re extra comparable than completely different. Like on the skin, 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. 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 gives three engine choices: a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline 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 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. Against this BMW’s top-dog Tourer makes 360 kW (489 hp), which is kind of a spot. Traditionally, BMW offers a way more participating driving expertise, and we are inclined to suppose that may ring true right here, too.
Know-how
Like we stated, the A6 Avant and 5 Sequence Touring each supply a variety of display screen actual property. Which means 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. However, BMW gives AirConsole for in-car gaming. Any method you slice it, each supply just about each trendy tech characteristic one might moderately anticipate a luxurious automobile to have. One space during which the 5 Sequence undoubtedly excels is usability – the bodily iDrive controller continues to be alive and properly, a minimum of for now.
The A6 Avant seems to be good, regardless that we received’t see it in America. A minimum of, 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 wager it received’t be as cool as this factor is. What do you consider the brand new A6 Avant?
