The North American version has a gasoline engine, not the diesel in Europe.
The 2020 Audi S6 Sedan has finally been priced in America after its introduction in April. The performance sedan is available starting at $74,895 after taking into consideration the $995 destination fees. It compares to its German counterparts. It is cheaper than the BMW M550i xDrive at $77,645 but more expensive than the $73,545 Mercedes AMG E53.
Pricing differences are evident in how much horsepower you get. The cheapest one has 429 AMG horses. Next is the Ingolstadt newcomer with 444 HP and the Bimmer, who have 523 hp. Contrary to the Euro-spec S6 The controversial TDI engine is used in the North American model. It uses the same twin-turbo 2.9 liter V6 that you’ll find on many other S models. Audi. The sports sedan can sprint from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.4 seconds thanks to its 443 pound-feet (6600 Newton-meters of torque).
The six-cylinder engine features an electric compressor that is powered by the mild hybrid 48V system. This allows for almost instant throttle response. The eight-speed automatic transmission was designed to maximize the V6’s low torque. Meanwhile, the Quattro all wheel-drive system has active torque distribution for maximum traction.
Normal conditions send 60% of the engine’s torque to the rear wheels, and 40% to the front. However, in some situations, the front wheels can gain up to 70% of the torque, while the rear can receive up to 85%. You can get the 2020 Audi S6 Sedan sport differential at an additional cost to improve handling. The system has the ability to split torque between the rear wheels or send almost all of it to one wheel.
Audi Sport will gladly throw in the optional S-sport package, which includes all-wheel steering and red brakes calipers. This pack can be combined with a sport suspension, which also offers a comfortable mode for those moments when you want to unwind.
The $74,895 base price for the Premium Plus trim is inclusive of destination charges. It rises to $78,795 for the Prestige model, which comes with better-equipped features.