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The 2018 Audi RS6 Base is a four-wheel drive, 5-door Wagon that was released to the New Zealand market on 2nd April 2017. The Audi RS6 is regarded as a large Car built in Germany with prices starting at $214,900 before on-road costs.
This Audi RS6 is powered by a 4.0L 8-cylinder engine that has 445 kW of power (at 6100 rpm) and 750 Nm of torque (at 2500 rpm) via an Eight-speed Automatic transmission. Audi claims the RS6 Base uses 9.6L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 223g of CO2. It has a 75L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 781km per full tank
The Audi RS6 measures 1482mm (58.3 inches) in height, 4979mm (196.0 inches) in length, 1936mm (76.2 inches) in width with a 2915mm (114.8 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 2025kg (4464.4 lbs) of unladen weight. The RS6 Base comes standard with 285/30 Rnull front tyres and 285/30 Rnull rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
219.75 kW/t
82.57 kW/t
230.18 kW/t
Boot Space
565 litres
410 litres
570 litres
Fuel Efficiency
9.6 L/100km
2.3 L/100km
11.3 L/100km
Vehicle Range
781 km
584 km
1,610 km
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
3 years
2 years
6 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
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Dimensions
4,979 mm
1,936 mm
1,482 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,979 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,936 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,482 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,915 mm |
| Load Capacity | 555 mm |
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Explore Audi RS6 Features & Specs
Ashtray
Location: Front
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Suspension: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Front DVD: yes
Location: Front
Front Screen Size (in): 8.0
Media Control
Touch Screen: yes
Wheel: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Automatic Parking
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 223
Standard Met: EU6
Energy Recuperation
Engine: yes
Engine
Bore Engine: 84.5
Engine (cc): 3993
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: CWU
Engine (L): 4.0
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 89.0
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 98
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Gasoline Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 19.8
Main Capacity (L): 75
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 16.5
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Control Type: Wheel
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.0
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 7.0
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Panel
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Rim Mounted Sensor: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 781
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 485
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 10.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 9.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 29
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 25
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 9.6
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 3.7
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 605
Maximum Power (kW): 445
Maximum Torque (Nm): 750
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6100
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2500
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Center
Center Type: Mechanical
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Sports Steering Wheel: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: air
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Multi-Link
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: air
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 21
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 100
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 30
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 285
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 21
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 100
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 30
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 285
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 21
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 21
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.5
Body Style
Body Type: Wagon
Local Body Type: Wagon
Platform Code: MLB
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 59.3
Rear Seat Down (L): 1680
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 20.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 565
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 65.4
Front Track (mm): 1662
Overall Height (in): 58.3
Overall Height (mm): 1482
Overall Length (in): 196.0
Overall Length (mm): 4979
Overall Width (in): 76.2
Overall Width (mm): 1936
Rear Track (in): 65.5
Rear Track (mm): 1663
Wheelbase (in): 114.8
Wheelbase (mm): 2915
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 41.2
Front Headroom (mm): 1046
Rear Headroom (in): 38.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 985
Front Hip Room (in): 60.1
Front Hip Room (mm): 1527
Rear Hip Room (in): 58.7
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1491
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.5
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1460
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56.3
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1429
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Fog Light Function: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Projector Beam
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Manual
Location: Side
Side Blind Type: Manual
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2100
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4630
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2580
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5688
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2025
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4464
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
In-Dash DVD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Glove Box Capacity: 6
Location: Glove Box
Glove Box Media Type: DVD
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Bose
Number of Speakers: 10
Subwoofer: yes
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Load Restraint
Sliding Anchorage Points: yes
Type: Straps
Door Panel Trim
Material: Leather
Floor Covering
Load Area: Plastic/Rubber
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Carbon Fiber
Doors: Carbon Fiber
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Carbon Fiber
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 8
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Manufacturer Name: Audi Side Assist
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Active Massage: yes
Driver Front Seat Climate Controlled: yes
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Active Massage: yes
Passenger Front Seat Climate Controlled: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 4
Configuration: 2+2
Air Conditioning
Type: Auto
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Individual Rear Location: Individual Rear
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Heater Type: Combustion
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Variable Distance Period: yes
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