Detailed instructions for use are in the User's Guide.
Pricing and Specification Guide Valid from May 2009
A User's Guide
This guide has been designed to help you tailor and price your RS 6 quickly and logically. At the back of this guide, you will also find information on CO2 emissions-based vehicle excise duty and the other services offered by Audi, including Finance and Insurance. If you wish, you can also go to audi.co.uk and configure your RS 6 online. From the website, you can also access the Audi Channel player and see your potential new car in action on the following programmes: Drivetime www.audi.co.uk/RS6drivetime
Table of content
Introduction The new RS 6 Saloon and Avant Engines quattro® Model details and prices Standard equipment Transmission Colour and upholstery Paint finishes Upholstery options and colour and trim guide Inlays Options Wheels and tyres Audio and communication Seats Safety and security
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Interior equipment Exterior equipment Audi exclusive Audi exclusive options Technical details Technical data Dimensions Additional information
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The new RS 6
It doesn't get much better than the RS 6. For a start, this is the single most powerful model ever to be produced by Audi. Not simply because it features a massive V10 TFSI engine which accelerates from 0 to 62mph in 4.6 seconds, but because it's capable of moving even the most laid-back of motorists to complete and utter awe. Its predecessor certainly did. Launched by Audi over 4 years ago, the first-generation RS 6 was so revered for its incredible performance potential that it created a cult all of its own. It's no surprise, then, that this updated 580PS 5.0-litre TFSI model has already brought automotive enthusiasts to their knees. The perfect position from which to admire a supremely sporty set of 20" alloy wheels, glinting braking system and enlarged front air-intakes. Allow us to introduce you to the superlative of Vorsprung durch Technik  the Audi RS 6.
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Engine
The power plant. The heart of the RS 6. This ten-cylinder engine generates impressive torque of up to 650 Nm all the way from 1,500 to 6,250 rpm. The enhanced 6-speed tiptronic gearbox with shortened shift times adds dynamism to your drive, reacting to your every impulse in just fractions of a second. A twin-turbocharged 10-cylinder 580PS TFSI engine. The words alone are enough to set the adrenaline coursing through your veins. So just imagine the thrill when you find yourself pinned back into your Satin Nappa leather Sports seat by the sheer force of 650 Nm of torque  accelerating the RS 6 from a standing start to 62mph in just 4.6 seconds. Not so long ago, that kind of power was unimaginable. Until TFSI® came onto the scene, that is. This unique Audi technology, which injects fuel directly and precisely into the engine's combustion chambers, was originally developed for Le Mans to deliver increased power and torque as well as enhanced fuel efficiency. It's seen Audi win the world-famous 24-hour endurance race year after year after year, leaving the competition trailing far behind. And it does exactly the same in the Audi RS 6.
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Permanent all-wheel-drive
It's the technology that has given Audi the edge on the racetrack ever since it was first introduced over 25 years ago  a technology that delivers ultimate control whilst enhancing the sporty characteristics which make the RS 6 so thrilling to drive. It's called quattro® permanent all-wheel-drive. The principle is simple: in the same way that four brakes ensure better deceleration, four permanently-driven wheels deliver better acceleration and road-holding, pushing or pulling the car as needed, for a driving experience that's both dynamic and safe. In the RS 6, asymmetric-dynamic torque distribution continuously distributes drive power between the front and rear axles depending on weather conditions, road surface and gradient, which increases flexibility for an enhanced, sportier drive.
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All RS 6 models have the following items of standard equipment:
The equipment for the Audi RS 6 builds upon the standard equipment for the Audi S6. The typical characteristics of the Audi RS models emphasise the exclusive, dynamic and sporty character of the Audi RS 6. It is unmistakable.
Wheels, tyres and suspension
20 x 9.5J `5-segment-spoke' design alloy wheels with 275/35 R20 tyres Dynamic Ride Control (DRC) Sports suspension system with 3-level control High-performance braking system RS-specific quattro® Sports chassis Tyre Mobility System
BOSE® surround sound DAB digital Radio Hard disk-based Satellite Navigation system with TMC functionality and 3D mapping MMI 3G Multi Media Interface with 7" high-resolution screen, please see page 19 for further information
Interior equipment
Auto-dimming rear view mirror Carbon inlays Colour Driver's Information System (DIS) Front and rear floor mats Headlining in black cloth Instrument surround in high-gloss Piano Black finish Interior lighting package RS flat-bottom multi-function steering wheel with aluminium-look gearshift paddles Luggage compartment net (Avant models only)
Safety and security
Audi Parking System Plus with front and rear sensors Cruise control Electromechanical parking brake Front and rear ISOFIX child-seat preparation with front passenger airbag de-activation switch Front and rear side airbags with Sideguard curtain airbags Light and rain sensor for automatic activation of lights and windscreen wipers Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Exterior equipment
Adaptive light including Xenon headlights, LED daytime running lights, headlight washer system and automatic range-adjustment Auto-dimming, heated, folding door mirrors with memory function Automatically-actuated electric tailgate Coming-home and leaving-home lighting function, selectable through MMI Matt-finish aluminium wing-mirror housings, roof rails, (Avant only) window trims and grille Paint finish in metallic or pearl-effect Rear lights featuring LED technology Twin oval exhausts
Seats
Electric lumbar support for both front seats Front and rear seat heating RS-specific front Sports seats, electrically adjustable, driver's side with memory Silk Nappa leather with contrast stitching and RS embossing Through-load facility
Audio and Communication
6-disc CD-changer  compatible with .mp3 and .wma files Audi Music Interface (AMI) Bluetooth mobile phone connection
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-------Images are for general illustration purposes only and do not necessarily depict UK specification.
Model details and prices
RS 6 Standard model prices model prices Saloon
Engine
5.0 TFSI
Avant
Power
580PS
Transmission
6-speed tiptronic®
Basic RRP
£63,939.13
Total RRP VAT
£73,530.00
inc.
Recommended OTR
£74,555.00
Engine
5.0 TFSI
Power
580PS
Transmission
6-speed tiptronic®
Basic RRP
£65,273.91
Total RRP VAT
£75,065.00
inc.
Recommended OTR
£76,090.00
Recommended On-The-Road (OTR) retail prices include: delivery charge, half a tank of fuel, number plates at £565.00 (inc. VAT) and Road Fund Licence (which may vary depending on model/transmission. See page 34 for details) and first registration fee at £55.00.
RRP Â Recommended Retail Price.
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Transmission
tiptronic®
The 6-speed tiptronic® transmission system is a form of automatic transmission, standard on all Audi RS 6 models. The technology incorporates DSP  or the Dynamic Shift Programme  which aligns and converts the engine's high power and torque into both sporty performance and operating convenience, with crisp, fast gear changes, reduced weight and optimised gear-shifting. In the `D' (Drive) and `S' (Sport) programmes, the advanced electronics used in tiptronic® respond efficiently to every driver input, helping to prevent unwanted gear-changes. The driver can override automatic mode by moving the gear lever into a tiptronic® shift-gate, enabling spontaneous gear-changing for a sportier driving style.
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Paint finishes
Standard colours
Sepang blue, pearl effect
E9
Phantom black, pearl effect
L8
Misano red, pearl effect
N9
Monza silver, metallic
U7
Daytona grey, pearl effect
6Y
Mugello blue, pearl effect
5W
Monterey green, pearl effect
3R
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All the above colour swatches are matched as accurately as possible to the actual paint colours used. However, due to print processes, Audi UK cannot guarantee that colours shown are 100% accurate.
Colour and upholstery
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RS 6 upholstery
Sports seats
(RS 6 embossed)
RS 6 Basic RRP Total RRP
inc. VAT
·
No charge
No charge
Leather/Alcantara, Black
QH
·
Valcona leather, Metallic black with Jet grey stitching QH
No charge
No charge
S
Silk Nappa leather, Black with Silver stitching Silk Nappa leather, Silver with Black stitching
No charge
No charge
QH
SB
Colour and trim guide
To help you choose the right interior for your Audi RS 6, please use the guide below which shows the carpet, dashboard and headlining colours that have been matched to your chosen upholstery. (Note that the door inserts will match the colour and material of the seat centre section). Standard seats  Interior trim colours
Silk Nappa leather N0Q Valcona leather N5M Leather/Alcantara N7S
Order code
QH SB
Upholstery
Black Pearl silver
Carpet
Black Black
Dashboard
Black Black
Headlining
Black Black
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· Â
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Options are subject to availability and may extend delivery.  = Not available · = Available S = Standard
RRP Â Recommended Retail Price.
Image shows optional bucket seats in Valcona leather, Metallic black with Jet grey stitching
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Inlays
RS 6 Order code Basic RRP Total RRP
inc. VAT
5MB
Carbon
S
No charge
No charge
5TG
Matt-brushed aluminium
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No charge
No charge
5TL
Piano finish black
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No charge
No charge
5MR
Fine grain myrtle nutmeg
·
No charge
No charge
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Options are subject to availability and may extend delivery.  = Not available · = Available S = Standard
RRP Â Recommended Retail Price.
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Wheels and tyres
RS 6 Order code Basic RRP Total RRP
inc. VAT
CW3 HX7 PQ1
19 x 9J `10-spoke' design alloy wheels with 255/40 R19 tyres 20 x 9.5J `7-arm double-spoke' design alloy wheels with 275/35 R20 tyres
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No charge No charge
No charge No charge
Performance
Order code
PQQ
Top speed restricted to 174mph (280km/h) including carbon design package for engine bay Ceramic brakes  high-performance brake system with carbon-fibre reinforced, vented and perforated ceramic brake discs. Brake callipers in `Anthracite' with `Audi ceramic' logo on front (only in combination with 20" wheels)
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£1,147.83
£1,320.00
PC5
£5,317.39
£6,115.00
19 x 9J `10-spoke' design alloy wheels
Options are subject to availability and may extend delivery. · = Available
20 x 9.5J `7-arm double-spoke' design alloy wheels
Carbon design package for engine bay
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Audio and communication
RS 6 Order code Basic RRP Total RRP
inc. VAT
9ZW
Bluetooth mobile phone connection, operated via the MMI system and integrated telephone voice-control system, roof-mounted aerial for optimal reception. Please note that your mobile phone must have a SIM-Access profile facility for full functionality Bluetooth mobile phone connection with privacy handset. As bluetooth mobile phone connection with additional cordless privacy handset. The handset allows passengers to make private phone calls, provides remote control of the telephone functions, as well as convenient SMS text-message function. The handset is charged from a docking station, integrated into the front centre armrest (included) GSM mobile-telephone preparation, with hands-free and speech dialogue system for main functions, located in front centre armrest. Bluetooth interface and roof-mounted aerial are included for optimum reception (a phone adaptor is required at extra cost. Please consult your Audi Centre for details) MMI 3G, 3rd Generation of MMI including 2 FM tuners, high resolution (800x400) 7" colour TFT display, 2 SD card readers, DVDplayer, 40GB hard drive, 10GB of which can be used to store up to 4,000 songs. HDD Navigation functionality includes advanced speech recognition, 3D and topographical mapping display and advanced 3D building display TV reception, analogue and digital, for reception of `free-to-air' TV channels. Picture display only possible when the vehicle is stationary. Sound reception at all times
S · · S ·
No charge
No charge
PT4
£256.52
£295.00
9ZF
No charge
No charge
PNG
No charge
No charge
QU1
£682.61
£785.00
Options
RRP Â Recommended Retail Price.
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Seats
RS 6 Order code Basic RRP Total RRP
inc. VAT
PS5 6C1
Bucket seats with manual seat adjustment. Electric width adjustment of base and backrest side bolsters and lumbar support. Without front side airbags. Only in combination with Valcona leather (memory function is ...