What is it?
2002 Audi RS6
What's special about it?
Europeans who love to drive have another reason to shop at an Audi dealership, now that the RS6 Sedan and Avant Wagon have been unleashed from quattro GmbH.
Packing a 450-horsepower twin-turbo dual-intercooled 4.2-liter V8 that provides peak torque flow between 1,950 and 5,600 rpm, either RS6 model will blaze from 0 to 60 mph in about 4.8 seconds. A five-speed Tiptronic automanual transmission is standard, featuring a Sport mode for faster downshifts and delayed upshifts, and a paddle shifter mounted to the steering wheel for easier gear-changing.
A new feature called Dynamic Ride Control (DRC) debuts in the RS6. DRC automatically counteracts vehicle movement along the RS6's longitudinal axis and transverse axis by linking diagonally opposed shocks on either side of the vehicle through a central valve, resulting in almost complete elimination of rolling and pitching movements regardless of speed.
Other technologies on board include Electronic Stability Program (ESP) 5.7, which ties together the functions of the ABS with EBD (electronic brake force distribution), EDL (electronic differential lock with active brake control), ASR (automatic slip regulation), MSR (engine drag torque control) and higher-level yawing moment control.
The RS6 comes standard with 18-inch wheels wearing 255/40 tires. Nineteens are optional, shod with 255/35 rubber. To help keep the RS6 reined in, the brakes have been upgraded, now employing ventilated composite discs with eight-piston front calipers and significantly larger pads.
Exterior design cues are limited to the addition of side sills, a discreet rear spoiler, matte aluminum trim and unique front and rear fascias. Inside, Recaro front seats can be trimmed in up to three kinds of upholstery: nappa leather, natural leather, or cloth and leather. Dash trim can be rendered in black piano finish, poplar wood or carbon fiber.
Why should you care?
It's unlikely that the RS6 will come to the United States, so this report simply serves to remind you, once again, that we don't get many of the best cars Europe has to offer. A damn shame, ain't it? — Christian J. Wardlaw
2002 Audi RS6
What's special about it?
Europeans who love to drive have another reason to shop at an Audi dealership, now that the RS6 Sedan and Avant Wagon have been unleashed from quattro GmbH.
Packing a 450-horsepower twin-turbo dual-intercooled 4.2-liter V8 that provides peak torque flow between 1,950 and 5,600 rpm, either RS6 model will blaze from 0 to 60 mph in about 4.8 seconds. A five-speed Tiptronic automanual transmission is standard, featuring a Sport mode for faster downshifts and delayed upshifts, and a paddle shifter mounted to the steering wheel for easier gear-changing.
A new feature called Dynamic Ride Control (DRC) debuts in the RS6. DRC automatically counteracts vehicle movement along the RS6's longitudinal axis and transverse axis by linking diagonally opposed shocks on either side of the vehicle through a central valve, resulting in almost complete elimination of rolling and pitching movements regardless of speed.
Other technologies on board include Electronic Stability Program (ESP) 5.7, which ties together the functions of the ABS with EBD (electronic brake force distribution), EDL (electronic differential lock with active brake control), ASR (automatic slip regulation), MSR (engine drag torque control) and higher-level yawing moment control.
The RS6 comes standard with 18-inch wheels wearing 255/40 tires. Nineteens are optional, shod with 255/35 rubber. To help keep the RS6 reined in, the brakes have been upgraded, now employing ventilated composite discs with eight-piston front calipers and significantly larger pads.
Exterior design cues are limited to the addition of side sills, a discreet rear spoiler, matte aluminum trim and unique front and rear fascias. Inside, Recaro front seats can be trimmed in up to three kinds of upholstery: nappa leather, natural leather, or cloth and leather. Dash trim can be rendered in black piano finish, poplar wood or carbon fiber.
Why should you care?
It's unlikely that the RS6 will come to the United States, so this report simply serves to remind you, once again, that we don't get many of the best cars Europe has to offer. A damn shame, ain't it? — Christian J. Wardlaw
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