Audi RS 6 Avant GT

The lottery will be held until October 16th.

The RS 6 Avant GT is a production version of the RS 6 GTO Concept, which was created as an homage to the 90 Quattro IMSA GTO racing car. Five of the ten cars being introduced to Japan this time will be sold by lottery online until October 16th.

The idea for the limited edition Audi RS 6 Avant GT dates back to the RS 6 GTO Concept, a project by a group of trainees at the Neckarsulm plant to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the birth of quattro in 2020.

Twelve trainees from various Audi divisions, supported by Audi Design, completed a six-month project to create the RS 6 GTO Concept, inspired by the legendary 1989 racing car, the 90 Quattro IMSA GTO.

The limited edition RS 6 Avant GT is an evolution of the RS 6 GTO concept and is the top-of-the-line RS 6 Avant, limited to 660 units worldwide. Ten of these will be introduced in Japan, and five of them, finished in Chronos Gray Metallic, will be sold online in advance by lottery.

The online sales period will be from 11:00 AM on October 3, 2024, to 10:00 AM on October 16. Participants can enter the lottery on the RS 6 Avant GT special website. Winners will be notified by email on October 18.

Delivers a maximum output of 630 PS and a maximum torque of 850 Nm

The car is powered by a 4.0-liter V8 TFSI twin-turbo engine that produces a maximum output of 630 PS and boasts 0-100 km/h acceleration in 3.3 seconds.

The RS 6 Avant GT is equipped with a 4.0-liter V8 TFSI twin-turbo engine that produces a maximum output of 463 kW (630 PS) and a maximum torque of 850 Nm. It boasts a swift acceleration of 0-100 km/h in just 3.3 seconds. By combining a 48V mild hybrid and a “Cylinder on Demand (COD)” system that shuts down four cylinders when the engine is under low load with an 8-speed automatic transmission (Tiptronic), it achieves both high performance and high efficiency.

The car’s top speed is limited by a speed limiter to 305 km/h. To match its ultimate high-performance performance, the car is equipped with a ceramic brake system. The drivetrain is combined with Audi’s signature “quattro” four-wheel drive system.

The self-locking center differential distributes engine power to the rear axle, typically 40% front and 60% rear. It automatically distributes more torque to the appropriate axle depending on road conditions. By distributing up to 70% to the front axle or up to 85% to the rear axle, the system improves driving dynamics, delivering maximum traction and excellent acceleration.

The specially tuned rear sport differential calculates the ideal torque distribution and distributes it aggressively and variably to the rear wheels, reducing understeer at the handling limit when cornering.

As befits the ultimate sports grade, the RS 6 Avant features a dedicated lightweight adjustable coilover suspension for the first time. This suspension perfectly combines excellent dynamics and comfort while lowering the vehicle height by 10 mm compared to the RS 6 Avant. Higher spring rates, three-stage adjustable dampers, and stiffer stabilizers (30% higher at the front and 80% higher at the rear) reduce body roll, significantly enhancing driving enjoyment.

Significant weight reduction thanks to carbon fiber parts

The flagship wagon "Audi RS 6 Avant GT", of which only 660 units are produced worldwide, will be introduced in Japan with a limited run of 10 units. The photo shows the "Chronos Gray Metallic" specification, which will be sold by online lottery. — For the first time in the history of the RS 6 Avant, roof rails have been eliminated, and numerous carbon fiber components have been introduced, resulting in a weight reduction of 40 kg compared to the base Performance.

The RS 6 Avant GT is based on the RS 6 Avant Performance and features numerous exclusive features inside and out, befitting the model that reigns at the top of the series. The exterior features a high-gloss black single frame grille and air intakes that enhance the impression of wide and low, while the vertical blades on the front apron and the powerful front splitter integrated into the bumper emphasize the sharp exterior.

For the first time in the RS 6 Avant’s history, roof rails have been eliminated, resulting in a flatter, sportier silhouette. The exclusive exterior features include a carbon fiber bonnet, bumper, and fenders for weight reduction, a rear diffuser, an impressive pass-through, and a roof edge spoiler (double wing) inspired by motorsports.

The car rides on Audi Sport black metallic polished 6-arm design 22-inch wheels with a “GT” logo. The extensive use of carbon fiber panels in the body has resulted in a weight reduction of 40 kg compared to the base model RS 6 Avant Performance.

A sporty, dedicated cockpit

The cockpit is equipped with special RS bucket seats bearing the RS 6 GT logo, as well as a flat-bottom steering wheel.

The interior emphasizes the sportiness of this special model. The RS bucket seats, made of Dinamica leather and featuring the RS 6 GT logo, provide a firm hold and a luxurious feel thanks to the high-quality materials.

Special features include the RS 6 GT Design Package, Deep Black Dinamica decorative panels, a flat-bottom steering wheel, and a serial number engraved on the center console as proof of the limited edition model. Special door entry lights, floor mats, and red seat belts are also included. 

Unlike the RS 6 Avant Performance, the RS 6 Avant GT is manufactured in Neckarsulm, where 660 units undergo body manufacturing and painting processes. These units are then sent to the Böhringer Hof plant, where high-performance models such as the R8 and e-tron GT quattro are produced, for final assembly, all by hand.

Final assembly is carried out by seven experienced employees at three stations specially set up for this limited edition model, where each car takes a full day to be assembled and all GT-specific features are fitted by hand.