Not only was it available in a sedan model, the RS4 featured a 32-valve Fuel Stratified Injection V8 engine that produced 414 brake horsepower. However, buyers were a bit disappointed when they discovered that only a 6-speed manual transmission was available. This generation also featured the permanent all-wheel drive, but was also equipped with Dynamic Ride Control and 19-inch alloy wheels.

The latest version of the Audi RS4 is used in several different racing competitions. Also, a number of upcoming films plan to use the Audi RS4 in racing scenes, as well as simple parking and driving scenes. However, these RS4s might be altered for the films, as some of the directors are asking for the vehicle to their specifications. One of the latest rumors is that the Audi RS4 Cabrio (already available in the UK and Germany) will soon be making its debut on the American market, giving the BMW M a run for its money. However, Audi spokespeople have yet to confirm the rumor. The rumor is furthered by gossip that once the Cabrio hits American sales lots, Audi will phase out the original wagon and sedan versions.

Also, in the beginning the RS4 was only available as a station wagon model, and it wasn’t until the second generation of the model that a straight sedan version became available to consumers. A six-speed manual transmission and permanent 4WD system were standard on the RS4’s first generation as well. One of the most impressive aspects of the original RS4 was the sideguard, Audi’s side-curtain airbag system. This feature was standard when most models on the market did not even offer it as an addition.

This executive car is a five-door model that looks more like a station wagon than a sedan, but has consistently been one of the most powerful vehicles in Audi’s lineup. It replaced the Audi RS2 Avant in the maker’s stable, and was met with praise from both consumers and critics for both its exterior design and exceptional power. Nevertheless, Audi decided to do away with the model in 2001 and buyers would not get another taste of the RS4 until the 2006 model year.

S6 zooms onto the scene with a 435 horsepower, 5.2 liter V10 engine. It’s also got Audi’s “Quattro” all-wheel drive system, and a six-speed automatic transmission that has both overdrive and the proprietary “Tiptronic” technology that allows manual gear shifting, both standard.

As with its smaller, less powerful cousin the S4, the S6 comes with a full array of standard airbags, including front and side protection for the front and back seats, as well as overhead protection for both rows. There is also a sensor to determine whether or not the front passenger seat is occupied. Safety features also include a complimentary first aid kit, and child-proof locks on the back doors.

Interior features of the S6 include a choice of a silver or black color scheme, and a driver’s seat with eight power-adjustable positions, as well as satellite radio capability. In addition there’s a 6-disc cd changer mounted in the glove compartment, the audio system includes Bose speakers and MP3 playback. and the car is also Bluetooth ready.
For a technophile who loves speed, or just a family with a yen for a sophisticated drive, the 2007 Audi S6 is an excellent choice in a performance sports sedan.

Front and rear curtain airbags, front and rear seat torso airbags, and Quattro all-wheel drive. As a testament to that point, the IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety) chose the Audi S6 as a Top Pick for frontal, side, and rear crash test safety.

Looking as solid as stone, the exterior of the 2008 Audi S6 is pulsing with dynamic style, from its Xenon headlamps with eye-catching LED running lights to its quad tailpipes. Riding on 19 inch wheels, the S6 is a statement of quiet domination over all other mid-size luxury performance cars. The only downside to owning the S6 is the penalty the US government imposes in the form of a $1300 tax, levied against vehicles that guzzle, not sip gasoline.

That 435-hp, 5.2-liter V-10 from Lamborghini lays out a consistently high torque plateau throughout the rpm spectrum. All this performance is mediated through a 6-speed automatic with overdrive while the essence of the car is unchanged for 2008.

With classy yet understated elegance, the interior of the S6 is a strongly masculine domain, accented with leather and rare wood. Equipped with up market AM/FM stereo and CD changer, the only sound sweeter than the V10’s exhaust note is the concert-quality sound track you’ll be hearing. The gray headliner is a perfect match for the muted tone of the wood accents. S6’s instrumentation is easy to read and logically organized.

Powerful as the S6 is, its virility is tempered with state-of-the-art safety features such as: front and rear curtain airbags, front and rear seat torso airbags, and Quattro all-wheel drive. As a testament to that point, the IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety) chose the Audi S6 as a Top Pick for frontal, side, and rear crash test safety.

You can overtake delivery trucks with ease on the highways and as simplistically pass in-city traffic before running out of lane length. In fact, low-end performance for the Audi A6 is reported to be superior to even the Cadillac V6 STS, the Infiniti M35 and the Jaguar XF. Even with the considerable curb weight of 4123 pounds, the supercharged Audi A6 3.0T blasts you from zero to 60 mph in just 5.9 seconds.

All three engines utilize electronic throttling and there are some reports that include issues with gas pedal lagging. All engines are also mated to the Audi 6-speed CVT automatic transmission. It is responsive and kicks down quickly and smoothly. Likewise, upshifts are relatively fluid and accurately timed. In manual mode, the transmission becomes a clutchless shifter. If you elect for the Prestige trim, you are treated to steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters.

Engine-dependent, the 2009 A6 displays base pricing between $45,100 for the A6 3.2 and $75,900 for the 5.2L V10 version. Fuel efficiency is rated at 18/27 for the V6 models, 16/23 for the V8 and 14/19 for the V10. Quick shock absorber response standards make the Audi A6 a smooth rider - a true pleasure to cruise in. Wind noise does present a bit of an issue on long trips and that really should not be a factor given the price range.

Overall, the 2009 Audi A6 is a winner. It presents drivers and passengers with a nice mix of luxury, elegance and understated flashiness. Definitely worth closer inspection, the new Audi A6 is sure to be a great seller.

Audi Quatro AWD. In addition, the 2009 A6 lineup includes 2 other naturally aspirated engines: the base model 3.1L 255hp V6 with front wheel drive and the 4.2L 350hp V8 with Quatro AWD as well. For special shoppers, Audi is also offering a high-performing 5.2L 435hp V10.

Being larger than most of the cars in its class, the 2009 A6 by Audi is a full 8 inches longer than its cousin, the A4. The new A6 is elegant and stylish - and it tends to grow on you the more you spend time with it. It features classic Audi lines and the epitome of interior luxury. The materials used inside are soft to the touch and pleasing to the eyes.

Audi A6 taillights are wider for the 2009 models. Alloy wheels and LED running lights add flash and visual appeal. The running lights automatically illuminate when you unlock the vehicle after dark. The Prestige trim features keyless access - a remote that fits nicely in your pocket and provides push-button engine starting.

The vehicle had a Quattro all-wheel drive and one could choose between a six speed manual and a 5 speed Tectonic gear system. The S6 had an aluminum body 17 inch cast alloy tires. In the year 2000 Audi upgraded the S6 engine to the 4.2 liters V8 engine. Audi stopped production of the 1999/2000 S6 in 2003.

In 2006 the third version of the S6 came into the market. The new S6 is now powered by a 5.2 liter V10. The car has been equipped with the Quattro All-wheel drive. The car has leather seats, a stereo which has both AM and FM channels as well as CD and MP3 formats. The Driver has got a seat that can be adjusted in 12 different ways, the seats in the back that are foldable and the vehicle has 16 inch alloy tires.

The only change was that the S6 was a new name and it had a new body. The company wanted a sports model in the cars it was selling so it made a few changes in the S4 and began selling it as the S6. The new S6 had a 2.2 liter five cylinder engine, which could achieve 100 kilometers per hour in 6.1 seconds. The vehicle was equipped with a 6 speed manual gears and the Quattro all-wheel drive. The S6 engine was now upgraded to a new V8 engine and the vehicle had an automatic gear system, though optional was the 6 speed manual gear system. In 1997, Audi brought in the S6 plus, which had a 32 valve V8 engine.

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