Overview

Released in October 2008, the Audi C6 RS6 was initially available as an Avant (wagon), with sedans following in February 2009. Manufactured in Neckarsulm, Germany, the Audi RS6 was powered by a 5.0-litre bit-turbo V10 petrol engine that was mated to a six-speed ZF 6HP26A automatic transmission and drove all four wheels via Audi’s quattro system.

5.0 TFSI V10: BUH engine

The C6 RS6 was powered by Audi’s BUH engine which had an aluminium-silicon alloy (AlSi17Cu4Mg) block, an aluminium alloy cylinder head, chain-driven double overhead camshafts, variable intake and exhaust camshaft timing over a range of 42 degrees, four valves per cylinder actuated by roller finger cam followers, dry sump lubrication, a compression ratio of 10.5:1, homogeneous direct injection (Audi’s ‘Fuel Stratified Injection’ or FSI) and two Bosch ME 9.1.2 control units in a master-slave configuration. Significantly, the BUH engine had two IHI RHF55 turbochargers (one per cylinder bank) that provided boost pressure of 1.6 bar (23.2 psi) and side-mounted intercoolers which condensed the intake air.

Dimensions and suspension

Compared to the Audi C5 RS6 , the C6 RS6 was 70 mm longer (at 4928 mm), 39 mm wider (1889 mm), 30 mm taller (1456 mm) and had an 88 mm longer wheelbase (2846 mm).

Like the Audi C6 S6 on which it was based, the RS6 had four-link front suspension with unequal length wishbones and self-tracking trapezoidal link rear suspension. The RS 6, however, was also fitted with Audi’s Dynamic Ride Control (‘DRC’) suspension system which used a pump to provide additional pressure in the diagonally linked dampers during cornering to minimise body roll and pitching. The system also had three modes – Sport, Dynamic and Comfort – which could be selected via the Multi Media Interface (MMI).

quattro

The Audi C6 RS6’s quattro system utilised a third-generation Torsen T-3 centre differential. In normal conditions, the front:rear torque split was 40:60, though up to 80 per cent of the engine’s torque could be directed to the front axle and 100 per cent to the rear axle. The front and rear axles were also fitted with open differentials with electronic differential locks which enabled cross-axle torque transfers by braking individual wheels.

Safety equipment

Standard safety equipment for the Audi C6 RS6 included dual front airbags, front and rear side airbags, full-length curtain airbags (i.e. for front and rear occupants), ABS, electronic brake force distribution, brake assist, electronic stability control, traction control, active front seat head restraints and front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters.

Brakes

The Audi C6 RS6 had cross-drilled, radially vented and floating iron brake discs, with 390 mm by 36 mm front discs with six-piston fixed Brembo calipers and 356 mm by 28 mm rear discs with single-piston calipers.

Features

Standard features for the Audi C6 RS6 included 20-inch alloy wheels with 275/35 tyres, a Multi Media Interface (MMI) with a thirteen speaker Bose stereo with six-stack CD player, satellite navigation system, DVD player and TV tuner, dual zone climate control air conditioning, Silk Nappa RS-embossed leather seats, heated front seats, directional xenon headlights, LED daytime running lights, front and rear fog lamps, steering-wheel mounted gearshift paddles, rain-sensing wipers, Bluetooth connectivity, voice recognition, leather-wrapped steering wheel, remote central locking with proximity key, a tilt and reach adjustable steering wheel, power sunroof, an alarm and immobiliser.

Related links

• Technical data: Audi C6 RS6 (October 2008)
• Brochure: Audi C6 RS6 Avant (October 2008)
• Wikipedia.org: Audi C6 RS6

Review: Audi C7.I RS6 Avant (2013-14)

Overview

Released in Australia in October 2013, the Audi C7 Series I (C7.I) RS6 Avant was a high-performance wagon. Manufactured in Neckarsulm, Germany, the four-wheel drive Audi C7 RS6 Avant was powered by a 4.0 twin turbo V8 petrol engine that was mated to an eight-speed ‘Tiptronic’ automatic transmission.

4.0 TFSI V8: CRDB engine

The C7 RS6 was powered by Audi’s CRDB engine which had a hypereutectic aluminium-silicon alloy block, forged steel crankshaft, aluminium alloy cylinder head with ‘hot side in’ design, double overhead camshafts with rear chain drives, variable intake and exhaust camshaft timing, direct fuel injection (Audi’s ‘Fuel Stratified Injection’ or FSI) and a compression ratio of 10.1:1. Significantly, the CRDB engine had two twin-scroll turbochargers mounted in the engine’s inner ‘V’ which provided relative boost pressure of up to 1.2 bar and water-cooled intercoolers to condense the intake air.

The CRDB engine also featured:

• A ‘cylinder on demand’ management system which could shut down the intake and exhaust valves of cylinders 2, 3, 5 and 8 at low to intermediate engine speeds. Furthermore, active engine bearings used out-of-phase counter-oscillations to compensate for the vibrations that occurred during four-cylinder operation; and,
• A start-stop function which enabled the engine to shut down when the vehicle was stationary to reduce fuel consumption.

The C7 RS6 Avant could accelerate from rest to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds and, in standard configuration, had an electronically-limited top speed of 250 km/h. This top speed, however, could be increased to 280 km/h with an optional ‘Dynamic’ package and to 305 km/h with the ‘Dynamic plus’ package.

Dimensions and body

Compared to the Audi C6 RS6 , the C7 RS6 Avant was 51 mm longer (at 4979 mm), 47 mm wider (1936 mm), 1 mm taller (1461 mm) and had a 69 mm longer wheelbase (2915 mm). Furthermore, the increased use of aluminium for its body (approximately 20 per cent) and high-strength steel contributed to an approximate 100 kg reduction in kerb mass.

Suspension and steering

Like the related Audi C7 A6 and Audi C7 S6 , the RS6 Avant had five-link front suspension and self-tracking trapezoidal link rear suspension. The C7 RS6 Avant, however, also had an air suspension system which varied damping forces according to road conditions, driving style and the drive mode selected from the ‘Audi drive select’ menu. As an alternative to the adaptive air suspension system, the RS6 Avant was also offered with a firmer ‘sport suspension plus’ configuration which consisted of conventional steel springs and three-way adjustable shock absorbers which were interconnected diagonally by means of oil lines and a central valve (for improved body roll stability).

The Audi C7 RS6 Avant had electromechanical power steering with an optional ‘dynamic steering’ function for variable steering assistance and ratios.

quattro system

The Audi RS6’s quattro four-wheel drive system utilised a self-locking ‘Crown Gear’ centre differential which, in normal conditions, provided a 40:60 front:rear torque split. If traction was lost, however, up to 85 per cent of the engine’s torque could be directed to the rear axle, or up to 70 per cent to the front axle. The system also included open front and rear differentials with electronic differential locks which could brake spinning wheels to enable cross-axle torque transfers.

The RS6 also had a rear-wheel ‘torque vectoring’ function which could selectively distribute torque to the rear wheels to generate yaw and thereby correct over- or under-steer.

Safety equipment

Standard safety equipment for the Audi RS6 Avant included dual front airbags, front and rear side airbags, full-length curtain airbags (i.e. for front and rear occupants), ABS, electronic brake force distribution, brake assist, electronic stability control, traction control and front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters.

Euro NCAP testing

In Euro NCAP testing , the related Audi C7 A6 2.0 TDI received a five star safety rating with a 91 per cent adult occupant protection rating and an 83 per cent child occupant protection rating. In the offset crash test, there was a slight risk of serious chest and leg injury for the driver. In the side impact test, one point was deducted because the driver door unlatched. Under ANCAP’s methodology , this testing resulted in an adult occupant protection rating of 34.91 out of 37.

Features: Audi C7 RS6 Avant

Standard features for the Audi RS6 Avant included 21-inch cast aluminium alloy wheels, a 600 watt Bose surround sound system with 14 speakers and a twelve-channel digital sound processing amplifier, a CD/DVD player, digital TV and radio (DAB plus) reception, Bluetooth interface with audio streaming, Audi’s Multi Media Interface (MMI) with HDD navigation and eight-inch monitor and touch pad, head-up display, four-zone climate control air conditioning, Valcona leather upholstery, power adjustable and heated front sports seats, cruise control, LED headlights, front and rear parking sensors, a ‘360 degree’ camera, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with gearshift paddles, remote central locking, power windows, power adjustable mirrors with folding function, a power adjustable steering column (height and reach), driver memory settings (for seat, mirrors and steering column), a panoramic glass sunroof, power-operated tailgate with ‘gesture control’, tyre pressure monitoring, ambient lighting, a trip computer and an immobiliser.

Related links

• Press Kit: Audi C7 RS6 (July 2013)
• Specifications: Audi C7 RS6 (July 2013)
• Technical data: Audi C7 RS6 (July 2013)

Review: Audi C7.II RS6 (2015-18)

Overview

Officially released in Australia in May 2015, the C7 Series II (C7.II) RS6 could be identified by its revised headlights, single frame grille, air inlets, bumpers, side sills, rear lights and tailpipes. Within the instrument cluster, there was a new high-resolution ‘Driver Information System’ (DIS) – positioned between the speedometer and tachometer – which could provide map-based navigation. The DIS was powered by the MIB2 infotainment system which used an NVIDIA Tegra 30 quad-core processor.

Although power and torque outputs were unchanged, the C7.II RS6 engine was revised for Euro VI emissions compliance; fuel consumption was also reduced to 9.6 litres per 100 km for the ADR 81/02 test cycle.

Audi RS6 Avant performance

Production of the Audi RS6 Avant performance commenced in late 2015 with deliveries expected in early 2016. Compared to the standard 4.0 TFSI engine, the engine for RS6 Avant performance has:

• Modified exhaust valves;
• A 200 rpm increase in maximum engine speed;
• ‘Optimised inner geometry’ for the turbochargers;
• An overboost function which increased on-demand torque from 700 Nm to 750 Nm. If the engine/transmission setting is in ‘dynamic’ mode, the overboost function is activated automatically under full load; and,
• Unique engine management system.

The RS6 Avant performance could accelerate from rest to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds (compared to 3.9 seconds for the standard C7 RS6 Avant), though fuel consumption was unchanged.

Safety equipment

For the Audi C7.II RS6, standard safety equipment was extended to include:

• Audi’s ‘pre sense plus’ system: the pre sense plus system used two long range radars and a windscreen-mounted to camera to detect obstacles ahead. If the onboard computer determined that a collision was likely, visual and acoustic warnings would be given and the brake system would be pre-filled. If the driver failed to react, a braking jolt would occur as a ‘haptic’ warning, the braking system prepared so that if the driver did apply the brakes, then the appropriate braking force would be applied. If there was still no reaction from the driver, the system would apply partial braking to mitigate the collision and, if a collision could not be avoided, maximum braking force would be autonomously applied to reduce the severity of the collision;
• Adaptive cruise control (ACC): radar-based cruise control which maintained a pre-set distance from the car ahead. For the RS6, ACC included a ‘stop & go’ function for low speeds which could bring the vehicle to a stop and accelerate from rest;
• Audi active lane assist: operating at speeds in excess of 65 km/h, a video camera could detect lane markings. If the vehicle approached a lane marking without indicating, the steering system would make automatic adjustments to keep the vehicle in its lane. The steering wheel could also be set to vibrate to warn the driver;
• Audi side assist: used two radar sensors to monitor the area 70 metres behind the vehicle during lane change manoeuvres at speeds over 30 km/h. If there was a vehicle in the driver’s blind spot or an approaching vehicle was detected, the driver would be alerted by a warning LED in the respective door mirror. If the driver activated the turn signal, the LED would flash several times at high frequency; and,
• Audi pre sense rear: if a rear-end collision was anticipated, the seats would be moved into the safest position for a collision.

Features: Audi C7.II RS6 Avant

Standard features for the Audi C7.II RS6 Avant were extended to include Matrix beam LED headlights which could dim specific diodes to divert their pool of light around oncoming and following traffic without reducing their intensity in other areas; dynamic indicators were also fitted as standard.

Features: Audi RS6 Avant performance

The Audi RS6 Avant performance was fitted with 21-inch cast aluminium wheels with an exclusive 5-V-spoke star design in matt titanium look with a gloss turned finished. Visually, the RS6 Avant performance could be identified by the ‘quattro’ logo on the air inlet duct and add-18 parts in matt titanium look including the frame of the Singleframe grille, the front spoiler and the lateral flaps in the air inlets, the trim strips at the side windows, the exterior mirror housings and the top edge of the diffuser insert at the rear of the vehicle. Furthermore, the roof rails for the RS6 Avant performance were finished in matt titanium look.

Inside, the RS6 Avant performance featured combination Alcantara and Valcona upholstery, contrasting blue honeycomb stitching and a carbon-fibre ‘blue twill’ inlay.

Related links

• Audi Australia: Audi RS6
• Specifications: Audi C7.II RS6 Avant (May 2015)
• Technical Data: Audi C7.II RS6 Avant (May 2015)
• Wikipedia.org: Audi C7 RS6

Overview

Released in October 2003, the Audi C5 RS6 and RS6 Avant were high-performance sedans and wagons, respectively. Manufactured in Neckarsulm, Germany, the Audi RS6 was powered by a 4.2-litre biturbo V8 petrol engine that was mated to a five-speed automatic transmission and drove all four wheels via Audi’s quattro system.

BCY 4.2 biturbo V8 engine

The C5 RS6 was powered by Audi’s BCY engine which was based on the AQJ and ANK engines in the Audi C5 S6 . The BCY engine had a cast aluminium alloy block, die-forged steel crankshaft, aluminium-silicon alloy cylinder head, double overhead camshafts driven by a toothed belt and simplex chain, five valves per cylinder actuated by roller-bearing rocker arms, variable intake valve timing and a compression ratio of 9.8:1.

Significantly, the BCY engine had parallel Borg Warner K04 turbochargers which provided peak boost pressure of 0.8 bar (11.6 psi) and two side-mounted intercoolers which condensed the intake air.

ZF 5HP24 transmission

The five-speed ZF 5HP24A automatic transmission had steering wheel gearshift paddles for sequential shifting (Audi’s ‘Tiptronic’) and a dynamic Sport program which delayed upshifts and was quicker to downshift.

Dimensions

Compared to the Audi C5 S6 on which it was based, the C5 RS6 sedan was 25 mm longer (at 4858 mm), the same width (1850 mm), 22 mm lower (1426 mm) and had the same length wheelbase (2758 mm); with the exception of its 4 mm higher roofline, the RS6 Avant had the same dimensions.

Suspension and steering

The Audi RS6 had four-link front suspension with unequal length wishbones and double wishbone rear suspension. The RS6 was also fitted with Audi’s ‘Dynamic Ride Control’ (DRC) integral roll and pitch-compensating damping system. A mechanical (rather than electronic) system, oil would flow between diagonally opposed shock absorbers when cornering – via a central valve – to generate additional damping force and counteract vehicle body movements.

quattro

The RS6 and RS6 Avant were fitted with Audi’s permanent ‘quattro’ four-wheel drive system which utilised a Torsen T-2 dynamic ‘automatic torque biasing’ (ATB) centre differential. In normal conditions, the system provided a fixed 50:50 front:rear torque split. The system included electronic differential locks for the front and rear axles which could operate at speeds of up to 80 km/h to transfer torque between the front and rear axles. Furthermore, each wheel could be individually braked if it lost traction to transfer torque to the opposing wheel (i.e. cross-axle torque transfer).

Safety equipment

Standard safety equipment for the Audi C5 RS6 and RS6 Avant included dual front airbags, front and rear side airbags, full-length curtain airbags (i.e. for front and rear occupants), ABS, electronic brake force distribution, brake assist, electronic stability control, traction control and front seatbelt pretensioners.

Brakes

The Audi C5 RS6 had ventilated, composite-design disc brakes front and rear, with 365 mm front discs with eight-piston fixed calipers and 335 mm rear discs with single-piston floating-calipers.

Features

Standard features for the Audi RS6 and RS6 Avant included 19-inch five-spoke alloy wheels with 255/35 R19 tyres, a nine speaker Bose stereo with CD changer, dual-zone climate control air conditioning, a satellite navigation system with dynamic route guidance and a TV tuner, power adjustable Recaro front seats, heated front and rear seats, cruise control, xenon headlights with washers, front and rear fog lights, front and rear parking sensors, split and folding rear seats, a leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel, remote central locking, power windows and heated mirrors, a power adjustable steering column (tilt and telescopic adjustment), a power sunroof, an electrochromatic rear view mirror, tyre pressure monitoring, an alarm and immobiliser.

Related links

• Wikipedia.org: Audi C5 RS6

Recalls: Audi C6 RS6

Overview

Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.

Recalls: Audi C6 RS6

Audi C6 RS6: Takata airbag recall

In December 2018, recall campaign 69R7 was issued for Audi C6 RS6 vehicles. These vehicles had Takata front passenger airbags and the propellant wafers in these airbags could absorb moisture over time. In the event of airbag deployment, excessive internal pressure could cause the metal inflator housing to rupture and metallic fragments could be projected through the airbag cushion towards vehicle occupants – these fragments posed a risk of serious injury and fatality. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2018/17210.

Problems and faults: Audi C6 RS6

Overview

This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.

To report a problem or fault to the AustralianCar.Reviews team, please use the Contact Us form. Note that AustralianCar.Reviews does not offer advice on automotive problems or disputes; such enquiries will not receive a reply. For vehicles purchased from dealers after 1 January 2011, please see our Australian Consumer Law fact sheet.

Problems and faults: Audi C6 RS6

• The anti-lock braking system (ABS) may activate unnecessarily under normal to light braking pressure due to cracks in tone/exciter rings (rings on the outer CV shaft that measure wheel rotation).
• The air conditioning may not cool sufficiently and/or the outside temperature reading may be incorrect – this may be due to a poor crimp connection or defective outside temperature sensor.
• The coolant level warning light may illuminate in cold temperatures and then go off as the engine warms up – this may be due to a malfunctioning sensor in coolant reservoir.
• It may not be possible to remove the key from the ignition because the transmission selector fails to recognise that the transmission is in park – this requires replacement of the transmission shift selector.
• The remote central locking may sometimes not unlock the doors due to a problem with the door modules – this can be fixed by reprogramming the door modules.
• If the fuel gauge does not provide a full reading after re-fueling, the program for the instrument cluster may need to be updated.

Recalls: Audi C7 RS6

Overview

Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.

Recalls: Audi C7 RS6

Audi C7 RS6: damage to fuel line and potential fire hazard

In October 2013, a recall was issued for Audi C7 RS6 vehicles because the fuel line may become damaged after a period of time. At worst, fuel leakage could pose a potential fire hazard (PRA 2013/13768).

2014 Audi C7 RS6: electrical connector for auxiliary heater element

In May 2019, recall campaign 82C1 was issued for Audi C7 RS6 vehicles that were manufactured between July 2014 and October 2014. In these vehicles, the auxiliary heater element in the air conditioner may fail due to an electrical connector that had not been plugged in correctly. Overheating in the area of the connectors could cause smoulder damage and, potentially, a fire. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2019/17547.

Problems and faults: Audi C7 RS6

Overview

This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.

To report a problem or fault to the AustralianCar.Reviews team, please use the Contact Us form. Note that AustralianCar.Reviews does not offer advice on automotive problems or disputes; such enquiries will not receive a reply. For vehicles purchased from dealers after 1 January 2011, please see our Australian Consumer Law fact sheet.

2013-14 Audi C7 RS6 4.0 TFSI: DTC P0011 and/or P0021

In July 2016, Audi issued Technical Service Bulletin 01 16 71 2041097/2 for 2013-14 model year Audi C7 RS6 vehicles that had 4.0 TFSI engines. According to the bulletin, these vehicles may exhibit the following symptoms:

• Illumination of the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL);
• Irregular or rough running; and,
• The following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) may be stored in the engine control module (ECM), J623:
  • DTC P001100 – camshaft position (bank 1) timing over-advanced or system performance); or,
  • DTC P002100 – camshaft position (bank 2) timing over-advanced or system performance.

These symptoms were attributed to the filter element on the camshaft adjustment control valve becoming loose. However, there was no consequential damage from loosened particles in the oil circuit since they would be collected by the oil filter. To fix, a new O-ring (part number WHT002789) was to be fitted to a new control valve (part number 06E109257S) and the hex collard bolt was to be replaced with a new bolt (part number N 91211101) and tightened to 5 Nm.

Recalls: Audi C5 RS6

Overview

Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally. 

Recalls: Audi C5 RS6

No recall information is available for the Audi C5 RS6. To search for recalls of Audi models, please visit Product Safety Recalls Australia: Audi.

Problems and faults: Audi C5 RS6

Overview

This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.

To report a problem or fault to the AustralianCar.Reviews team, please use the Contact Us form. Note that AustralianCar.Reviews does not offer advice on automotive problems or disputes; such enquiries will not receive a reply. For vehicles purchased from dealers after 1 January 2011, please see our Australian Consumer Law fact sheet.

Audi C5 RS 6: Dynamic Ride Control (DRC) failure

For the Audi C5 RS 6, the Dynamic Ride Control (DRC) dampers may leak fluid from the cross-linked circuits, thereby compromising handling and ride quality; some owners experienced serious DRC failure while driving at highway speeds. Furthermore, some owners have experienced multiple DRC failures, resulting in many replacing system with more durable aftermarket coil-over suspension.

In February 2009, Audi USA announced customer service action 43A8/J4 to replace all four DRC shock absorbers with improved units which had a redesigned seal package and shaft guide bushings; the central valves were also to be replaced. Like the original shock absorbers, the improved units were produced by Kayaba Industry (also known as KYB) and the service action was initiated in August 2009 when parts became available.

As part of the service action, owners could request reimbursement for previous costs incurred on DRC repairs.

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Images: Audi C7.II RS6 (2015-18)

Officially released in Australia in May 2015, the Audi C7 Series II (C7.II) RS6 Avant could be identified by its Matrix LED headlights, single frame grille, air inlets, bumpers, side sills, rear lights and tailpipes. Within the instrument cluster, there was a new high-resolution ‘Driver Information System’ (DIS) – positioned between the speedometer and tachometer – which could provide map-based navigation. The Dwas was powered by the MIB2 infotainment system which used an NVIDIA Tegra 30 quad-core processor.

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Top Gear: Audi RS6 vs. Skiers – French Alps Race

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Please note that this video is applicable to the RS6 as it is supplied to the UK markets. As such, the features, prices and performance of the RS6 in this video may differ from those which are supplied in Australia.