Audi S6 2020 review - see why I DON'T like it!

Summary

In this review, the new Audi S6 is examined, highlighting its sportier features compared to the standard A6. The S6 boasts unique styling elements like a more aggressive front apron, 21-inch alloy wheels, and a rear diffuser. However, it faces criticism for its fake exhaust pipes and limited standard color options. The car's interior is upgraded with sport seats and aluminum accents, but the price tag is significantly higher than the A6 50 TDI. Performance-wise, the S6's 3-liter V6 turbocharged diesel engine with 48-volt mild hybrid technology offers strong torque but lacks the thrilling experience expected from an S model. The video concludes that the S6 doesn't justify its premium over the regular A6, leaving viewers anticipating the more powerful RS6.

Takeaways

• 🏎 The new Audi S6 is positioned as a sportier version of the Audi A6, offering more aggressive styling and performance enhancements.
• 🚗 Distinctive features of the S6 include S6 badging, a more aggressive front apron, unique alloy wheel designs starting at 20 inches, aluminum effect door mirrors, a rear diffuser, and quad tailpipes.
• 🎨 Standard paint colors for the S6 are limited to black and white, with all other colors costing an additional £700.
• 💨 The S6 has fake exhaust pipes that do not lead to actual tailpipes, which the reviewer finds disappointing.
• 🛠️ The car has switched from a V10 engine in previous generations to a twin-turbo V8, and now features a 3.0-liter V6 turbocharged diesel engine with 48-volt mild hybrid technology.
• 💺 Interior upgrades in the S6 include S sport seats, a flat-bottomed S steering wheel, aluminum pedals, and S branding on the gear selector and kick plates.
• 💰 The S6 Avant costs £63,000, but with discounts, it can be acquired for £51,000, which is £10,000 more than the A6 50 TDI.
• 🏁 The S6 comes with an adaptive sports suspension as standard, with the option to upgrade to air suspension, and performance brakes for improved stopping power.
• 🌟 The car's Quattro all-wheel drive system can direct up to 85% of the engine's power to the rear wheels, and it can be upgraded with a sport differential.
• 🔋 The S6 has a 10-liter larger fuel tank than the standard A6, providing an additional 80 miles of range.

Q & A

What is the most significant difference between the Audi S6 and the standard A6?

The Audi S6 features a more aggressive styling with an S6 badge, a deeper front apron, unique alloy wheel designs starting at 20 inches, aluminum effect door mirrors, a rear diffuser, and quad tailpipes.

What are the two standard paint colors for the new Audi S6 and how much extra does it cost for other colors?

The two standard paint colors for the new Audi S6 are black and white. All other colors cost an additional £700.

Does the Audi S6 have real exhaust pipes, and if not, what is the purpose of the visible ones?

The visible exhaust pipes on the Audi S6 are fake and do not lead anywhere. The actual exhaust pipes are hidden underneath. The fake pipes are likely a design choice for aesthetic purposes.

What engine does the new Audi S6 have, and how does it differ from previous generations?

The new Audi S6 has a 3.0-liter V6 turbocharged diesel engine with 48-volt mild hybrid technology. This is a change from the previous generation's twin-turbo V8 and the V10 engine from a Lamborghini in the generation before that.

How does the Audi S6 play exhaust noises, and what is the reviewer's opinion on this feature?

The Audi S6 plays exhaust noises through speakers to make it sound like a V8 petrol engine. The reviewer finds this feature not so good, as it is not genuine.

What is the price difference between the Audi S6 Avant and the A6 50 TDI, and what does the reviewer think about the value?

The Audi S6 Avant costs £63,000, while the A6 50 TDI costs £41,000 after discounts. The reviewer does not think the S6 is worth the extra £10,000 over the A6 50 TDI.

What are some of the interior upgrades that the Audi S6 has over the standard A6?

The Audi S6 has S sport seats with quilting, a flat-bottomed S steering wheel, aluminum pedals, aluminum accents around the gear selector and kick plates, and S branding.

What is the capacity of the fuel tank in the Audi S6, and how does it compare to the standard A6?

The fuel tank in the Audi S6 has a capacity of 73 liters, which is 10 liters larger than the standard A6, providing an additional 80 miles of range.

What is the 0-60 mph acceleration time for the Audi S6, and how does the reviewer describe its performance?

The Audi S6 has a 0-60 mph acceleration time of around 5 seconds. The reviewer describes it as decent for a diesel but not mind-blowing.

How does the reviewer describe the driving experience of the Audi S6, particularly in terms of handling and enjoyment?

The reviewer finds the Audi S6 comfortable and easy to drive, but not particularly sporty or encouraging for spirited driving. They mention a disconnect and a soggy throttle response that detracts from the enjoyment.

Outlines

00:00

🚗 Audi S6 Overview and Styling Upgrades

The script introduces the new Audi S6, highlighting it as the sportiest version of the A6 range until the RS6 arrives. The presenter plans to discuss the differences between the S6 and the standard A6, focusing on its performance, styling, and any downsides. The S6 features aggressive styling elements such as unique alloy wheels, a rear diffuser, and quad tailpipes, but also includes fake exhaust pipes that are criticized. The presenter also mentions the limited standard paint options and the car's price, which is significantly higher than the A6 50 TDI despite similar performance. Interior upgrades are noted, including sport seats and an S-branded steering wheel, but the overall value proposition of the S6 is questioned.

05:02

🏎️ Performance and Efficiency of the Audi S6

The script delves into the performance aspects of the Audi S6, which is powered by a 3-liter V6 turbocharged diesel engine with 48-volt mild hybrid technology. The engine's electrical turbocharger spins up to 70,000 rpm to reduce turbo lag, and the car's performance is tested with a launch control run. The presenter also discusses the car's efficiency, noting its ability to return 35 miles per gallon under steady driving conditions. However, the long-term average economy is lower due to aggressive driving by journalists. The driving experience is described as comfortable and quiet, with the optional air suspension providing a smooth ride. The car's handling is evaluated on tighter roads, where its sport differential and Quattro system are put to the test, but the presenter finds the car's handling to be less engaging than expected due to its heavy front end and soggy throttle response.

10:04

💭 Final Verdict on the Audi S6

The presenter concludes the review by expressing a preference for the standard A6 diesel over the S6 due to the latter's higher cost and lack of significant performance or handling advantages. The S6 is acknowledged for its comfort and technology but is criticized for not offering a substantial enough upgrade to justify the price difference. The presenter looks forward to the arrival of the RS6, which is expected to provide a more distinct and sporty offering. The video ends with a call to action for viewers to like, subscribe, and consider investing in CarWire, a car buying platform that also operates the YouTube channel.

Keywords

💡Audi S6

The Audi S6 is a high-performance variant of the Audi A6 model. In the video, the S6 is described as the sportiest version of the A6 until the RS6 is introduced. It's highlighted for its more aggressive styling, performance upgrades, and the inclusion of features like adaptive sports suspension and Quattro all-wheel drive system. The S6 is positioned as a luxury sports sedan that offers a balance of performance and comfort.

💡Styling Upgrade

A styling upgrade refers to the visual enhancements made to differentiate a vehicle from its standard model. In the context of the video, the Audi S6 receives a styling upgrade over the normal A6, which includes S6 badging, a more aggressive front apron, unique alloy wheel designs starting at 20 inches, aluminum-effect door mirrors, a rear diffuser, and quad tailpipes. These elements contribute to the sportier appearance of the S6.

💡Exhaust Pipes

Exhaust pipes are part of a vehicle's exhaust system and are visible at the rear of the car. The video points out that the Audi S6 has 'fake' exhaust pipes, which are visually appealing but do not serve the functional purpose of expelling exhaust gases. Instead, the actual exhaust is hidden underneath, and the car uses speakers to play exhaust noises, creating a sportier sound inside the cabin.

💡Diesel Engine

A diesel engine is an internal combustion engine that uses diesel fuel and is known for its high torque and fuel efficiency. The video discusses the Audi S6's diesel engine, which is a 3-liter V6 turbocharged diesel with 48-volt mild hybrid technology. It produces 350 horsepower and 700 Newton meters of torque, offering strong performance despite being a diesel, which is traditionally associated with less sporty vehicles.

💡Quattro

Quattro is Audi's all-wheel drive system that provides better traction and handling. The video mentions that the standard Quattro system in the S6 can send up to 85% of the engine's power to the rear wheels, and it can be upgraded with a sport differential for even more dynamic handling. This feature is a key selling point for the S6, emphasizing its performance capabilities.

💡Adaptive Sports Suspension

Adaptive sports suspension is a feature that allows a vehicle to adjust its suspension settings based on driving conditions for improved handling and comfort. The video script highlights that the Audi S6 comes with this as a standard feature, which can be further upgraded to air suspension, enhancing the car's performance and ride quality.

💡Mild Hybrid Technology

Mild hybrid technology refers to a vehicle's powertrain system that includes a small electric motor and a battery to assist the internal combustion engine. In the video, the Audi S6's 48-volt mild hybrid system is mentioned as a way to improve the diesel engine's efficiency, with the electric turbocharger spinning up to 70,000 rpm to minimize turbo lag.

💡Audi A6

The Audi A6 is a luxury sedan and the standard model from which the S6 is derived. The video compares the S6 to the A6, pointing out the additional features and performance upgrades that justify the higher price of the S6. However, the reviewer questions the value proposition of the S6 over the A6, given the similarities in driving experience.

💡Performance Test

A performance test is a series of evaluations conducted to measure a vehicle's speed, acceleration, handling, and other performance metrics. The video includes a performance test of the Audi S6, where the reviewer uses a timing gear to measure the car's 0-60 mph time and assesses its overall driving dynamics.

💡Value Proposition

The value proposition refers to the reasons why a product or service is worth the price. In the video, the reviewer discusses the value proposition of the Audi S6, questioning whether the additional cost over the standard A6 is justified given the similarities in performance and features. The reviewer concludes that the S6 does not offer enough differentiation to warrant the extra expense.

Highlights

The new Audi S6 is the sportiest version of the A6 until the RS6 arrives.

Styling upgrades over the standard A6 include S6 badging, a more aggressive front apron, unique alloy wheels, and a rear diffuser.

The S6 features fake exhaust pipes that do not lead to the actual tailpipes.

Only two standard paint colors are available for the S6, with all others costing an additional £700.

The S6 has switched from a V10 engine to a twin-turbo V8 and now features a diesel engine with exhaust noises played through speakers.

The configurable button on the steering wheel no longer controls the drive selectors.

The S6 Avant starts at £63,000, but with discounts, it can be had for £51,000.

Interior upgrades include S sport seats, a flat-bottomed S steering wheel, and aluminum pedals.

The S6 comes with adaptive sports suspension and performance brakes as standard.

The Quattro all-wheel-drive system can send up to 85% of power to the rear wheels.

The fuel tank is 10 liters larger than the standard A6, providing additional range.

The 3-liter V6 turbocharged diesel engine has 48-volt mild hybrid technology and an electrical turbocharger.

The S6's performance is decent but not astonishing, with a 0-60 mph time that doesn't blow you away.

The S6 is comfortable and quiet with optional air suspension and acoustic glass.

The S6's handling is sporty with a Quattro differential and dynamic mode, but it feels disconnected and soggy.

The S6 is not as economical as a standard 3-liter V6 diesel, but it still offers good fuel efficiency.

The reviewer finds it hard to justify the extra cost of the S6 over the standard A6 diesel due to similar performance.

The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to invest in Car Throttle for as little as £10.

Transcripts

this is the new Audi s6 and it's the

most sporty version of the Asics you can

get until the fire-breathing rs6 appears

in this video I'm gonna point out the

differences between this and the normal

a6 tell me what's good about it and use

it as a temporary home what's not so

good about it

a bloody Diesel test its performance and

of course poke it with a stick

fakest of fake exhaust pipes now make

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why you're not receiving updates let's

kick off this review by talking about

the styling upgrade to get over the

normal async so there's the obvious s6

badging there a deeper more aggressive

front apron as you move down the sides

you get unique alloy wheel designs and

they start at 20 inches these ones

though are 21 zwo then you have some

aluminium effect door mirrors as well

very sporty hey then as you move to the

back you do know some big differences

you get a rear diffuser how cool is that

more s6 badging and quad tailpipes and

that brings me on to what's not so good

about this new s6 there are only two

standard paint colors black and why

everything else is 700 pounds including

this rather lovely red what we have here

ladies and gentlemen and the fakest of

fake exhaust pipes they look real but no

they lead to nowhere in fact the actual

tailpipes are under there do you know

what that makes me feel mm-hmm

there's a reason for those weird exhaust

pipes remember two generations ago the

s6 actually had a v10 engine from a

Lamborghini then for the previous

generation version if I went armed it's

now a twin-turbo v8 ooh

well now it's actually a bloody diesel

this car plays exhaust noises through

speaker so it makes it sound quite

fruity and almost like a v8 petrol here

inside the cabin so

this is why here so alright but if I now

switch over to the cameras audio you'll

hear what people hear on the outside

[Applause]

yeah that's not so good is this in the

past you used to be able to use this

configurable button on the steering

wheel to control the drive selectors are

quite handy when you consider the drive

sector is way down here but not anymore

you can't thanks for that Audi this s6

Avant costs 63,000 pounds there with a

Cabo discount you can get one for 51

thousand pounds bargain unfortunately an

a6 50 TD is line actually costs fifty

four thousand pounds there with the

Carlisle discount that's 41 thousand

pounds so with all savings taken into

account this s6 is 10 grand more than

the a 650 TDI and I don't think it's

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trusted dealers to be fair on this s6 it

does have some interior upgrades which

help mark it out over a normal a six

most notable these lovely s sport seats

which are quilted they are very very

nice they hold in place when you get

around corners quickly this car is all

over the bloke you also get a flat

buttoned s steering wheel there's

aluminium pedals as well you get some

more aluminium around the gear selector

and on the kick plates there's an S

branding to here in the back there's

four zone climate control as standard

and I forgot to point out as well look

it ki has brilliant and also people in

the back are treated to the sport seats

as well even that though it's normal a

six event business as usual which means

plenty of room and it's super comfy you

also get a super useful estate boot very

very practical and you can just fold

down the seats by these levers here look

at that and use it as a temporary home

just in case your partner has left here

oh well let's move on to five good

things about the s6 the s6 comes with a

rated adaptive sports suspension a

standard that you can upgrade it to air

suspension there's some performance

breaks for improved stopping power and

the cold also braved the inside wheels

to help the car turn better into corners

the standard Quattro all-wheel drive

system can send up to 85% of the engines

patch the rear wheels and you can also

upgrade it to have a sport differential

which can send power to the rear wheel

with the most clever the Essex's fuel

tank is 10 litres bigger than normal a

success so it's now got 73 liters and

that gives you an extra 80 miles worth

of range

now this diesel seems to be running low

on AdBlue and I please just Yuri alright

so I think I'm just gonna top it up

naturally excuse me

this 3 liter v6 turbocharged diesel

engine has 48 volt mild hybrid

technology to improve its efficiency

also it has a no electrical turbo charge

and it can spin up to 70,000 rpm within

250 milliseconds to minimise your turbo

like in fact the little turbocharger

provides 10 brake horsepower on its own

and in total this engine produces 350

horsepower and a whopping 700 Newton

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alright then let's see how quick it

diesel s6 is then so I got my specialist

timing gear up here the launcher thing

to do that put drive select into dynamic

mode put the stability control into

sports mode put the gearbox into sports

mode as well left foot on the brake and

I just flaw the thrall and I will get

launch program active it's ready let's

do it picks up okay but it's alright

it's quick and there's the time yeah it

was alright not 60 in 5 seconds it

doesn't really took you back that hard

in his seat it's decent time for a

diesel but I exactly blown away what is

this s6 like to drive well I'm not going

to beat around the bush if it was just

like an a6 diesel which is a good thing

when you're just like driving around

normally or in town

this one's faded the optional air

suspension and it's super comfortable

easy to drive relaxing it's also got the

acoustic glasses nice and quiet it's a

very pleasant car to just travel about

it but that's not what this is about

it's about ruining past people on the

motorway so I'm doing a 50 flaw in it

game box isn't the fastest to respond

but once it has done this engine is

strong yeah you can see this just

smashing down the Moto e no problem at

all

now if you are just cruising down the

motorway it's actually really economical

this thing's returning 35 miles per

gallon with steady driving however if I

go through the trick computer and look

at the long-term trip and see what the

average economy is over the lifetime of

it what it's been like it's been driven

quite hard by the journalists it's doing

around 29 miles per gallon so it's still

pretty good thing is a normal 3 litre v6

diesel will give you slightly better

economy so does this s make up for it

in added fun factor well there's the

sound inside which is kind of slightly

fruity but I know it's fake don't find

that to be much fun it's whack it into

dynamic mode that's gonna add weight to

the steering shop the throttle response

it's also going to stiffen the air

suspension fitted to this car sports

traction as well this car is fitted with

that Quattro differential for a more

sporty handling and a bit of kind of

rear drive by us now it's gone to some

tighter roads and see how it fares is it

fun like an s6 should be you know it's

supposed to be like a baby RS isn't it

changing gears myself now using the

paddles what oh my god this car is all

over the place it's really doing that

the SP is generally sawing things out

come on keep going

I can feel the ESP training things

backings it's frightening oh that was

there but I think I'm not heavy diesel

over the front is just affecting gray

this is not the kind of car that

encourages you to hoon around I'm sorry

it's not just feels a little bit too

soggy for a sporty Audi yeah it's got

strong performance once it's pulling but

you really don't get enough revs to play

with you're just changing away too soon

or they're four thousand four and a half

got a changeup you know and then

throttle is quite soggy as well there's

all the sort of disconnect which just

detracts from the enjoyment of this car

I'm not sure I get it I'm really not

sure I get it at all I don't know why

you'd paid extra for this over just a

normal three litre v6 diesel a6 which is

a very very very very very good car this

is no better and it costs a lot more

[Music]

so then what's my final verdict on this

new Audi s6 there's plenty I like about

it but they're the same things that I

like about the normal ie6 diesel I find

it really hard to justify the extra cost

over that car because it just doesn't

quite feel s enough still at least it's

gonna give some clear water between this

model and the rs6 so hurry up and bring

it on Audi I'm waiting I hope you

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