Audi S6

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Audi S6
Audi RS6

The Audi S6 is the performance variant of the Audi A6, an executive car produced by German automaker Audi.[1] It went on sale in 1994, shortly after the "A6" designation was introduced, replacing the "100" nameplate.

The original S6 was largely the same car as the outgoing, original

RS6
(which is also based on the A6) is not sold, the S6 is the most powerful A6 trim there.

The S6, like all

quattro four-wheel drive (4WD) system, the S6 using the Torsen
-based permanent 4WD.

C4 (Typ 4A, 1994–1997)

First generation (C4/4A)
Kerb weight
saloon: 1,730 kg (3,814 lb)
Avant: 1,780 kg (3,924 lb)
Audi S6 sedan
See also: Audi S4 § C4
S6 Avant

Audi was restructuring their model lineup in early and mid-1990s, and in late 1994, began selling the fifth generation (C4)

Volkswagen Group B platform-based Audi A4
. As this was the first S6 model from Audi, it is sometimes referred to as the Ur-S6, derived from the German augmentive, "Ursprünglich" (meaning: original).

It was available as both a saloon/sedan (typ 4A5), and an "Avant" (typ 4A9) (estate/wagon) to European and United States customers, but only as a saloon in Canada, Asia and Australia. Audi's trademark "procon-ten" safety system was standard fitment.

C4 powertrain

From its launch in late 1994, the Audi S6 was powered by a 2,226

PS; 227 bhp) at 5,900 rpm, and 326 N⋅m (240 lbf⋅ft) at around 1,950 rpm, whilst consuming high octane
"Super Plus" 98RON unleaded petrol.

This engine gave the S6 a top speed of 235 km/h (146.0 mph), and a 0 to 100 km/h (62.1 mph) of 6.7 seconds; with 160 km/h (99.4 mph) being reached in 17.5 seconds.

The vehicle was available with a standard six-speed

quattro permanent four-wheel drive
system.

Audi made a high-performance, 4.2-litre V8 engine (parts code prefix: 077, identification code: AEC) with a Bosch Motronic ECU available as an option in the original European S4s, and made the decision to continue to do so with the S6, making a 213 kW (290 PS; 286 bhp) version of the 4.2 available as an optional upgrade over the 2.2-litre inline five-cylinder turbo.

Unlike the five-cylinder turbocharged version, the V8-powered S6 was supplied with a four-plus-one-speed automatic transmission as standard, but kept the quattro four wheel drive. A six-speed manual gearbox was also available as an option.

C4 brakes, wheels and tyres

The C4 braking system included radially ventilated

Bosch Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) with EDS was also standard.

Standard wheels were 7½Jx16 "Avus" cast aluminium alloy wheels with 205/55 R16 tyres. An optional 7½Jx16 five-arm alloy wheel, with 205/55 R16 tyres, an 8Jx16 five double-spoke alloy, an 8Jx17 10-spoke alloys "Bolero" were also available with 225/45 R17 tyres.

Audi S6 Plus

As a

quattro GmbH, was available for sale during the 1997 model year
only (production from June 1996 to October 1997). A total of 952 cars were produced – 855 Avant, and 97 saloons.

It was powered by another version of the

gear ratios
- 1st: 3.500, 2nd: 1.889, 3rd: 1.320, 4th: 1.034, 5th: 0.857, 6th: 0.730), with a final drive ratio of 4.111.

Further revisions were made to the suspension, brakes and wheels. The front brake discs were enlarged to 323 mm (12.7 in) in diameter by 30 mm (1.18 in) thick. Standard wheels were 8Jx17 6-spoke "Avus" cast aluminium alloy wheels with 255/40 R17 tyres on them, with an optional 7Jx16 alloy wheel for use with winter tyres was also available.

With so much power on tap, the S6 Plus saloon could reach 100 km/h (62.1 mph) from a standstill in 5.6 seconds, with the Avant a tenth of a second slower at 5.7 seconds, making it comparable in terms of acceleration to vehicles like the

Porsche 944 Turbo.[citation needed
]

Hella xenon high intensity discharge (HID) headlamps (still with the C4s triple bulb design, only low beam) were available as serial equipment.

C5 (Typ 4B, 1999–2003)

Second generation (C5/4B)
Kerb weight
1,815 kg (4,001 lb) to
1,825 kg (4,023 lb)
Audi S6 sedan
Audi S6 Avant

In late 1997, Audi introduced an all-new range of

door saloon/sedan and a five-door Avant (estate/wagon
). In North America, the Avant bodystyle was the only version available. The vehicle could accelerate from standstill to 100 km/h (62.1 mph) in 5.7 seconds, and from 0 to 200 km/h (124.3 mph) in 21.7 seconds. The top speed was electronically governed to 250 km/h (155.3 mph).

This generation of S6 went out of production in 2003.

C5 powertrain

The engine was a new rubber-hydro mounted all-aluminium alloy 4.2-litre

cooling fans, replacing the single viscous
fan of earlier models.

An oil-cooled six-speed

Bosch ESP 5.7 Electronic Stability Programme
.

C5 suspension and steering

Compared to its A6 sibling, the suspension on the S6 was stiffened and lowered by 10 mm (0.39 in), and utilised gas-pressurised shock absorbers.

servotronic" speed-sensitive power steering
was standard.

C5 brakes, wheels and tyres

Brakes consisted of radially vented

calipers
. At the rear, the discs are 269 mm (10.59 in) by 22 mm (0.87 in), and use a Lucas single-piston sliding caliper.

Brake Assist, and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
(EBD) completed the brake system.

Wheels are 8Jx17" cast alloy "Avus" 6-spoke alloy wheels, with 255/40 ZR17 tyres.

C5 S6 interior

C5 body and interior

The body panels were largely based on the Audi A6 4.2 model, with slightly flared wheel arches and door sills, with the bonnet (hood) and front wings being constructed from aluminium. Other features included S6 badging, bolstered seats (optional Recaro seats), polished aluminium exterior door mirror housings, unique front grille, and rear bootlid/tailgate spoiler.

Audi RS 6 (C5)

Main article: Audi RS 6

A higher performance

biturbo
") version of the 4.2-litre V8 engine (identification code: BCY). Power output was 331 kW (450 PS; 444 bhp) at 5,700 to 6,400 rpm, and torque was 560 N⋅m (413 lbf⋅ft) from 1,950 to 5,600 rpm. The only transmission was a five-speed tiptronic automatic.

Wheels and tyres were upgraded to 255/40 ZR18 99Y XL, or 255/35 ZR19 96Y XL (5/15 arm design), and there was the "Dynamic Ride Control" (DRC) system available for the suspension, which featured diagonally interlinked shock absorbers to give better body control during extreme cornering, acceleration and braking. Compared to the standard S6, the suspension was lowered by 20 mm (0.79 in). The brake discs were ventilated and upgraded to 365 mm (14.37 in) at the front and 335 mm (13.19 in) at the rear.

It can accelerate from 0-100 km/h (62.1 mph) in 4.6 seconds. 0-200 km/h (124.3 mph) times are 16.6 seconds for the saloon and 16.8 seconds for the Avant.

C6 (Typ 4F, 2006–2011)

Third generation (C6/4F)
Kerb weight
saloon: 1,910 kg (4,210.8 lb),
Avant: 1,970 kg (4,343.1 lb)
Audi S6 sedan
Audi S6 Avant

The Audi S6 5.2 FSI quattro (Typ 4F) was introduced at the 2006 North American International Auto Show in January.

The performance version of the C6 Audi A6, the S6 uses the Volkswagen Group C6 platform, and is available in saloon/sedan and Avant (estate/wagon) bodystyles. Factory production started in June 2006. A facelifted version of the S6 was released in late 2008 for the 2009 model year.[2] In 2010, the S6 gained Audi's third-generation MMI electronics controller and real-time traffic information.[3]

C6 powertrain

Audi C6 S6 V10 engine

The engine in the C6 S6 is an Odd firing all-aluminium alloy 5,204 cubic centimetres (317.6 cu in) Fuel Stratified Injection (FSI) 40-valve (four valves per cylinder) 90° V10 (parts code: 07L, identification code: BXA). This engine is often referred to as a derivative of Lamborghini's 5.0-litre V10, but with longer stroke and wider bore to provide additional low end torque for use in the heavier sedan. The cylinder spacing is 90mm compared to 88mm for the Lamborghini engine. The V10 is based on the Audi 4.2-litre V8 engine. It produces 320 kW (435 PS; 429 bhp) at 6,800 rpm and 540 N⋅m (398 lbf⋅ft) of torque from 3,000 to 4,000 rpm. It uses twin chain-driven double overhead camshafts with variable valve timing for both intake and exhaust valves. The engine is managed by a Bosch Motronic MED 9.1 electronic engine control unit (ECU), which controls the mapped direct ignition, ten individual spark coils, common rail cylinder-direct sequential multi-point fuel injection, and drive-by-wire throttle.

C6 S6 Avant interior

A

Bosch ESP 8.0 Electronic Stability Programme
.

The same engine is used in the

R8 5.2 FSI
were the remaining Audi vehicles that have V10 engines. The S6 5.2 FSI was discontinued after the 2011 model year, shortly before the release of the 2012 Audi A6 (C7).

For the sprint from rest to 100 kilometres per hour (62.1 mph), the S6 saloon takes 5.2 seconds, with the quarter mile passing in 13.5 seconds.

Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG (which are the S6's closest competitors in North America, since the RS6 is not sold there), and that the 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TFSI (a supercharged 3.0L V6) has almost equivalent performance to the S6 5.2 FSI. Yet, in a 2007 track test by Road & Track, the C6 S6 went from 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) in 5.1 seconds, while it covered the quarter-mile in 13.5 seconds. Despite its heft at 4,500 pounds, the S6 has quick reflexes and agility, with the assistance of Audi's quattro system.[3][6]

C6 brakes, wheels and tyres

The brakes consist of radially ventilated

Girling-TRW
single piston sliding calipers with an integrated electro-mechanical parking brake.

A

Brake Assist, and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
(EBD) completed the brake system.

Standard

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) is also standard.

C6 other features

The S6 features two rows of five distinctive

adaptive headlights
which swivel around corners complement the LED DRLs.

Audi RS 6 (C6)

Main article: Audi RS 6

As with the previous generation, this C6 platform also generated an RS 6 version available for the model years 2008 to 2010, again developed and produced by quattro GmbH. This version of the RS6 included a 5.0-litre (4,991 cubic centimetres (304.6 cu in)) even firing 90° V10 twin-turbocharged ("biturbo"), Fuel Stratified Injection (FSI) V10 engine, which produced 580 PS (427 kW; 572 bhp) and 650 N⋅m (479 lb⋅ft). Available in both Avant and saloon bodystyles, it was Audi's single most powerful car.[7][8][when?] Official performance figures for acceleration from 0-100 km/h (62.1 mph) are 4.6 seconds for the Avant and 4.5 seconds for the saloon.

C7 (Typ 4G, 2012–2018)

Fourth generation (C7/4G)
S tronic
Dimensions
Wheelbase114.7 in (2,913 mm)
Length195.9 in (4,976 mm)
4,942 mm (195 in) (Avant)
Width75.8 in (1,925 mm)
Height56.4 in (1,433 mm)
1,436 mm (57 in) (Avant)

The Audi S6 4.0 TFSI quattro and its mechanical twin S7 were launched as a 2013 models, a year after the C7 Audi A6 and Audi A7 were released.

The Audi S6 and S7 are powered by a 4.0L DOHC twin-turbo V8 engine mated to a 7-speed S-tronic Double Clutch Gearbox. This engine makes 420 PS (414 hp; 309 kW) and 406 lb⋅ft (550 N⋅m) of torque, plus there is a cylinder-on-demand system and a stop-start system for improved fuel economy.[9] This was later upgraded to 450 PS (444 hp; 331 kW) for 2016. The 2013 Audi A8 shares the same engine, while the 2012 Audi S8 has a variant of the powerplant in a higher state of tune making 520 PS (513 hp; 382 kW) and 479 lb⋅ft (649 N⋅m) of torque, both mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission.[10] Higher output versions of this 4.0L DOHC twin-turbo V8 engine are found in the 2013 Audi RS6, 2013 Audi RS7, and 2016 Audi S8 Plus.

The V8 performance option for the regular Audi A6, found in the 2004-11 Audi A6 4.2 FSI, has been discontinued and the S6 takes over as the engine upgrade.[1] The S6 now compares more closely with the

Mercedes-Benz E550
, which also use twin-turbo V8 engines and have available all-wheel drive. The BMW with 450 PS (444 hp; 331 kW), and the E550 with 408 PS (402 hp; 300 kW). (The 2013 BMW 550i xDrive starts at US$65,595 while the 2013 Audi S6 has an MRSP of US$72,795).

UK sales began in May, with a starting price of £53,995 for the saloon, and £56,050 for the Avant.

  • Audi S6 (C7) Front
    Audi S6 (C7) Front
  • Audi S6 (C7) Rear
    Audi S6 (C7) Rear
  • Interior
    Interior
  • Engine bay
    Engine bay
  • S6 with Adaptive cruise control radars
    S6 with Adaptive cruise control radars
  • Audi S6 Avant (C7)
    Audi S6 Avant (C7)

C7.5 (2015 facelift)

Audi unveiled the 2015 S6 facelift in November 2014. Changes include:

C8 (Typ 4K, 2019–)

Fifth generation (C8)
Kerb weight
2,035 kg (4,486.4 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorS6 C7

The Audi S6 C8 is powered by a 2.9 litre twin-turbo V6 TFSI gasoline engine, producing 331 

PS; 444 bhp) and 600 N⋅m (443 lbf⋅ft) of torque, allowing the car to reach 60 mph in just 4.4 seconds. The engine is boosted by a 48V belt alternator/starter mild-hybrid system
, which can recover up to 9.4 bhp (7 kW).

European models went on sale in summer 2019 and feature a 3.0 litre turbo-diesel V6 producing 253 

PS; 339 bhp) and 700 N⋅m (516 lbf⋅ft) of torque, accelerating the car to 60 mph in 5.1 seconds. The car has a drag coefficient of 0.29.[13]

Both engines feature an electric supercharger or compressor, originally debuted on a diesel powered V8 in 2016 Audi SQ7 TDI. The 2.9 TFSI is the only Audi AG petrol engine known to have an electric supercharger.

  • Audi S6 front
    Audi S6 front
  • Audi S6 rear
    Audi S6 rear
  • Audi S6 Avant front
    Audi S6 Avant front
  • Audi S6 Avant rear
    Audi S6 Avant rear

See also

Wikimedia Commons has media related to Audi S6.

References

  1. ^ AudiWorld.com North American S6 Model Guide - historical S6 specifications, prices, and options
  2. ^ Carter, Marc (2008-08-11). "2009 Audi A6 and S6 Unveiled with a Facelift and More Power". The Torque Report. Archived from the original on 2011-09-20. Retrieved 2011-07-17.
  3. ^ a b Prestige quattro. "2010 Audi S6". Edmunds.com. Retrieved 2012-03-31.
  4. ^ a b Hutton, Ray (July 2006). "2007 Audi S6 - First Drive Review - Car Reviews". Car and Driver. Retrieved 2012-03-31.
  5. ^ "2007 Audi S6 Specifications". JB car pages.
  6. ^ "2010 Audi S6 Reviews, Pictures and Prices | U.S. News Best Cars". Usnews.rankingsandreviews.com. Archived from the original on 2012-03-23. Retrieved 2012-03-31.
  7. ^ Audi UK - The New Audi RS6 - Pricing and Specification Guide, Edition 1. 02/08
  8. ^ Audi UK - Audi RS6 - Pricing and Specification Guide, Edition 2. 05/08
  9. ^ "2013 Audi S6/S7: Heroic and hedonistic". The Globe and Mail. Retrieved 14 July 2015.
  10. ^ "New 520hp 4.0 TFSI V8 for 2012 Audi S6, S7, and S8 - Frankfurt Auto Show - Eurotuner Magazine". SuperStreetOnline. 30 August 2011. Archived from the original on July 29, 2012. Retrieved 14 July 2015.
  11. ^ "2012 Audi S6 review updated". Archived from the original on 22 May 2012. Retrieved 14 July 2015.
  12. ^ "New Audi S6, S7 and S8: First Look". Cars.com. Archived from the original on 2 September 2011. Retrieved 14 July 2015.
  13. ^ "Agility for the long haul: three S TDI models with electric powered compressor". Audi MediaCenter. Retrieved 2022-02-06.

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