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 gained’t be supplied in the US market. Our first impression is that our longroof fanatic associates abroad can have fairly the troublesome option to make, because the 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 simple to make out. (The precise title is Madeira Brown metallic.) The A6 Avant will get narrower headlights, significantly bigger air intakes alongside the facet 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 suggestions within the again. Apparently, they’re actual, and so they look nice with the black diffuser operating 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 incredible. The A6 Avant is a little bit bit shorter and narrower than the 5er. Deciding between the 5 Collection and A6 is essentially 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 supply plenty of display screen 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. The whole lot’s on the display screen lately, in any case. They’re extra comparable than completely different. Like on the skin, 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. After we see an S6 Avant—and even higher, a V8-powered RS6 Avant—we’ll have a greater concept of this chassis’ higher limits. What we do know is that the A6 Avant provides 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 computerized 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 kind of a niche. Traditionally, BMW gives a way more participating driving expertise, and we are inclined to assume that can ring true right here, too.
Expertise
Like we stated, the A6 Avant and 5 Collection Touring each supply plenty of display screen 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. Alternatively, BMW provides AirConsole for in-car gaming. Any means you slice it, each supply just about each trendy tech characteristic one may fairly anticipate a luxurious automobile to have. One space by which the 5 Collection undoubtedly excels is usability – the bodily iDrive controller remains to be alive and nicely, at the least for now.
The A6 Avant seems good, despite the fact that we gained’t see it in America. Not less than, 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 can come to the states—however we’re keen to wager it gained’t be as cool as this factor is. What do you consider the brand new A6 Avant?
