Best Car Models & All About Cars: 2012 Audi S6

2012 Audi S6

The lowest-rung – if you can decision it that – of Audi's recent crop of wholly redesigned S models has arrived in the shape of a heavily redesigned S6 Sedan that boasts a de-tuned version of the same 4.0-liter TFSI engine found below the hood of the larger S8.

Though based on the a lot of plebeian A6 sedan, the S6 may be a true performance machine due to a replacement twin-turbo 4.0-liter TFSI V8 that returns 420 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque from 1,300 to 5,300 rpm. This motor is good for a 4.8 second 0-to-60 sprint time in the sedan.

Like the additional powerful versions of the four.zero-liter TFSI, the S6?s engine conjointly brings efficiency to the table thanks to many fuel-saving technologies as well as “cylinder on demand,” a recuperation and a begin-stop system. Cylinder on demand works under half load by deactivating four of the eight cylinders for an potency gain that's particularly pronounced at moderate highway speeds.

A package of acoustic measures as well as the Active Noise Cancellation system suppresses possible intrusive noise and vibrations that result from the utilization of only four cylinders.

Unlike the S8, that uses a standard eight-speed automatic, the S6 gets a fast-shifting seven-speed twin clutch transmission. Of course, the S6 conjointly comes with quattro permanent all-wheel drive and a self-locking center differential with torque vectoring. There is additionally an optional sport differential that actively distributes power between the rear wheels.

Chassis

Just like the larger S8, the S6 Sedan comes commonplace with an adaptive air sport-tuned suspension, but solely options a modest 0.39 inch drop. This suspension, although lacking within the vary of height adjustability found on the S8, still allows the driver to switch between a lot of comfort-minded and more sporty driving dynamics with five different modes.

Wheels arrive in the shape of customary 19X8.5-inch forged aluminum wheels with a distinctive five-spoke design, wrapped in 255/40/R20 tires. There are also seven nineteen- and 20-inch optional wheel styles, four of which are from quattro GmbH.

Body and style

Although the S8?s body was made nearly solely of aluminum to help shed over two hundred lbs, the S6 sees only regarding 20 percent aluminum use in its body, putting its total weight solely regarding three hundred lbs under the a lot of larger S8, with a complete weight of 4,177 lbs for the sedan. Still, Audi says this is much lighter than competitors at intervals its segment.

The S6 Sedan front fascia receives one-frame grille with chromed horizontal double bars. There is additionally an accent chrome strip on the front bumper, whereas the styling points for the facet profile embody an aluminum-look housing for the side mirrors and distinctly formed facet sills.

Within the rear, the S6 Sedan features a trunk-mounted spoiler, a platinum grey rear diffuser with an aluminum-look offset edge and four chrome-tipped tailpipes that are elliptical.

The S6 is available in eight possible colours, including Estoril Blue, Crystal Effect and Prism Silver, which are exclusive to the S6.

Luxury inside

While not as over-top-top luxurious as the S8, the S6 is nonetheless adorned with high-quality luxury materials throughout, providing what Audi calls a “sporty elegance.” Leather can be found throughout, as well as on the steering wheel. Aluminum-styled accents are plentiful, including on the paddle shifters, peddles and instruments.

The S6 also options illuminated logos within the door sills and the Audi MMI system with distinctive S6 logos on the screens. Audi says ornamental inlays will be had in four completely different materials with matte brushed aluminum as normal, while carbon fiber, fine grain ash natural brown and layered Beaufort oak are optional.

Likewise, leather can be had in multiple colours: black, lunar silver and goa beige. The customary seats are height-adjustable, sporty in their style and come with lumbar support. There are 2 optional seat designs: power-adjustable comfort seats with memory function and the facility-adjustable S sport seats with integrated head restraints.

Technology and options

Commonplace technology and options are spectacular in the S6 Sedan, starting with xenon plus headlights with an all-weather light, LED taillights, an electromechanical parking brake and the driving force info system with color display. The MMI radio additionally includes a Bluetooth interface, whereas the car’s standard Audi sound system has ten speakers – just to call a few.

Optional tech for the S6 is the identical as the opposite A6 models (apart from the improved normal feature set), as well as: LED headlights, adaptive lights, the ambient lighting package, convenience key, head-up show, the parking system and with 360-degree camera, power rear hatch (optionally with sensor management) and climate-controlled deluxe seats with massage function.

Topping the range of infotainment systems in the S6 is MMI navigation and, which features a massive laborious drive, an eight-in. monitor and therefore the MMI touch input system. The system can be combined with the Bluetooth on-line car phone, that brings special Internet services to the car and features WLAN connectivity for mobile devices.

The fifteen-speaker Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System is out there for those with a lot of discerning ears.

2012 Audi S6