The idea of a premium badged car here is of a sedan, that’s what people want. But in the home continent of BMW, Mercedes and Audi, these German brands shift a big amount of wagons, whether in the 3-Series/A4 segment or the 5-Series/A6 class. No range is complete without a wagon, so Audi has launched the Avant version of its new A6.
Looking sleek as usual, the A6 Avant is 4,930 mm long and 1,870 mm wide, which is slightly longer and wider than the F11 BMW 5-Series Touring. Its wheelbase has grown by quite a bit to 2,910 mm as well. This is not a wagon from the old Volvo box script, so you’ll notice a low, early-sloping roof line and flat D-pillars, which Audi says make the car look dynamic. By the way, the new A6 Avant is up to 70 kg lighter than the car it replaces.
Just like with the dimensions, the A6 Avant’s luggage compartment beats the BMW Touring’s by a bit – 565 litres versus 560. The loading lip is low and the split rear seat backs can be folded down using the remote release on the sides of the trunk. This increases capacity to 1,680 litres. Lashing eyes, side restraining straps, bag hooks, a double cargo floor, a rail luggage fixing system, a dirt-resistant tray and roof rails are standard.
Optional equipment include a load-through hatch, a fixing set that uses the two standard rails in the cargo floor, and a power rear hatch with an integrated power luggage compartment cover.
Making its debut is the gesture-based control of the power hatch in combination with the key fob. If the driver stands behind the car and makes a “specific movement” with his or her foot, two sensors open the hatch. Not sure if this movement is a kick, as we did in the European Volkswagen Passat.
Six engines are available. The 2.0 TDI (177 hp) has the best fuel consumption figures. Paired with the manual gearbox, it consumes on average just 5.0 litres per 100 km. The 3.0 TDI is available in three variants: 204 hp, 245 hp and 313 hp. The latter twin-turbo unit has a two-stage turbocharger group that delivers a maximum boost pressure of up to 3.2 bar. This one does 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds, the kind of time that was reserved for junior supercars not too long ago.
On the petrol side, the 2.8 FSI with 204 hp uses Audi’s valvelift system, which varies the lift of the intake valves in two stages as necessary. This allows the engine to breathe easier, increasing torque and reducing fuel consumption. If not enough, there’s the 3.0 TFSI with 300 horses.
All engines come with start-stop, recuperation system and a thermal management system that quickly brings the coolant and motor oil up to their operating temperatures. With the help of these, fuel consumption has been reduced by up to 18% over the previous model. The new Avant is also a strong tow car with a rated towing capacity of 2,100 kg.
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Now THIS is what I call a sexy practicality. With power as well. I wonder how much would it cost once it reaches our shores. Hmmmm…..
Always trust Audi guys. My sister is driving the A4 2.0 TFSI and she says it drives so smoothly in almost any road conditions. She once said “Every morning when leaving for work, the moment I see my car parked with it’s mighty gleam welcoming me, I instantaneously feel productive and driven” I drove it a few times and I must say, the 7 speed S-tronic works uber responsively. But the best would be the economical petrol consumption. Did a 6.9 L/100km once. Hell yeah !
Look at the headlights! Damn gorgeous
Ya but logo with the 4 condom rings is a no no.
beautiful estate..
there are only 2 maker that produce nice estate which is audi and volvo..
ah………my dream car, one of the best car in the world
Wow…I LIKE !!
hmm still waiting for my RS6 avant..:)
This one is good, but Volvo is much better.
wow…..my dream car !!
good car, nice car.. not only the exterior design is great… look at the dashboard, cabin~~ damn nice !!
I love Audi!
Great car!
next time u don’t bully uncle driving wagon on the road, u may end up eating dusts…
whoever wants to bully a wagon looking like THAT, seriously have a suicide tendency. Hahaha. Then the uncle driving the Audi should be listening to the song “Another one bites the dust”. Ha Ha Ha
Driving a 177HP car and want people to eating dusts…..you must be joking, Proton turbo will tapow you man.
Dude, Proton Turbo kah ? Hahaha. Try tapow-ing an RS6. See whether you either eat the dusts or trying to search for the tail lights from far far away. :)
That 2.0TDI with 177bhp ‘only’ has 380Nm at between 1750 and 2500 rpm…
RS6 who?? why never see it on the road? But I am sure C65AMG will tapow RS6, well may be you will say Merc is higher level than Audi, but still Merc will definitely tapow Audi.
you’re just a kid..only know to race..
in european country, merc is just a proton saga taxi here..audi and VW is the most popular there..then goes to bmw..merc is the last choice..i’m really confused in malaysia merc is just a trademark for the rich..while in europe, its cab..
Finally, someone in Malaysia who has a different mind set. I’ve sat in a C65 AMG or a S65 AMG TAXI in Germany before and yeah, it’s just a very very fast errrm….welll…..TAXI. LoL
New Audi A6 Avant – 565 litres for your luggage, or dog or coffin…