New Audi A6 e-tron: the myth is redefined by killing combustion

As we told you just a few days ago with the launch of the new Audi A5, the brand with the four rings is in the process of redefining its range. From now on, odd numbers will be reserved for models that maintain some type of thermal mechanics and, on the contrary, even numbers will only have 100% electric propulsion systems. Well, with all of you, the new Audi A6 (e-tron)...

Yes, the mythical representative of segment E of Audi, which debuts a design as dynamic and attractive as the brother located just before it in the ascending count, will continue to be available in both the sedan (Sportback) and station wagon (A6 Avant.) variants. However, now it will only be sold in format totally electric.

Audi A6 e-tron: up to 500 HP, thanks to Audi Sport

Each type of bodywork will be marketed with two power levels. The so-called Audi A6 e-tron Performance will have 362 HP to move the wheels of the rear axle and go from 0 to 100 km/h in 5,4 seconds, while the sportier version (Audi S6 e-tron) will increase its performance up to 500 HP adding all-wheel drive four electric and reducing acceleration from a standstill to below 4 seconds with launch control.

The front motor will be asynchronous and the rear motor will be permanent magnet synchronous - both will have direct oil cooling to increase power density. With this, the maximum speed of the model signed by Audi Sport It will be set at 240 km/h (30 km/h more than the A6 Performance.)

The most capable version will exceed 700 km of autonomy

For the moment, the Ingolstadt brand announces a single battery of 100 kWh capacity (about 95 kWh net) that can be charged at a maximum power of 11 kW (22 in the future) or 270 kW, depending on whether we do it in alternating or direct current. In any case, with the total energy, the official autonomy will exceed 700 km.

Otherwise, in line with what has been seen in the latest Audi products, the new A6 will be a benchmark when it comes to aerodynamics (the Cx of the Sportback is only 0.21); lighting, with digital light signatures and the OLED rear lights; now digitalization, with a total of three screens (11,9, 14,5 and 10,9 inches), the latest generation MMI system, full connectivity and even a panoramic sunroof with variable opacity.

Furthermore, as required by the standards and lineage of the A6 designation, it promises to remain a model of exquisite comfort on board. A good example is that it will provide optional air suspension.

Price of the new electric Audi A6

Orders for the new Audi A6 e-tron will open from September at a price that It starts in our country from 81.115 euros. (A6 Sportback e-tron Performance)

Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Performance: 81.115 euros
Audi A6 Avant e-tron Performance: 83.615 euros
Audi S6 Sportback e-tron: 104.500 euros
Audi S6 Avant e-tron: 107.000 euros