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We recently reported that leaked vehicle chassis codes for the new Audi RS6 specced the output from its twin-turbo V10 engine at 571hp (426kW). Recent information from a source at Audi, however, has put this figure in doubt. The reliable source claims that the 571hp will only be the specified figure Audi will market the car with. True output will be upwards of 600hp, with 610hp (455kW) pegged as the most likely figure. It looks like Audi is taking no chances with the ultimate “wolf in sheep’s clothing” model and even BMW’s excellent V10 motor will struggle to compete with this kind of power output. To give you an idea of just how high this figure is, the RS6 will churn out more horses than the Corvette Z06, BMW M6, Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera, Ferrari F430 Scuderia, Aston Martin DBS, Porsche 911 GT2, and even Mercedes’ epic bi-turbo V12 CL65 AMG.
While we’re always happy to see manufacturers pushing the limit, surely there comes a time when outright power figures get out of control. The previous RS6 wasn’t a slow car by any stretch of the imagination, but the new model will likely become the most practical supercar ever made. At least owners will have a full-time AWD system to help keep them out of trouble.

 

If they could keep the weight down, that thing will be a monster!

 

With that weight, it should still move, very well...

 

hopefully we get an avant option

imagine a chipped one

 

if as heavy as predicted it will need 600hp on tap to beat the big boys, doubt it will have that kind of power though, but thats Audi for you.

 

99% sure it will have atleast 571 hp, but 600 wouldn't be out of the question imo. Imagine the TQ on that TT v10, if its anything like the 65 series benzs, then this will definitely be a screamer.

 

From Autoblog:

"The folks over at Auto Motor und Sport (and Dubspeed) let loose several images and specs on Audi's forthcoming RS6 Avant, and although the pics are pretty, the real story is the power. Sporting a 5.2-liter V10, complete with TSI and two turbos swinging from the exhaust manifolds, the RS6 will be producing upwards of 580 HP and 480 lb.-ft. of torque. This allows the Avant to jaunt to 60 in under 4.6 seconds and onto an electronically limited top speed of 155 MPH."

And pictures:

 

holy EFFE that thing is AMAZING looking

 

i read somewhere that there will be a factory option to bump the power over 600

anybody know what body styles will be available in the US?

 

Im betting only the sedan. Though the offer the a6 in an avant, so theres a chance. But on the other hand, the rs4 avant wasn't offered in the states, so who knows?

 

Anyone think it would be possible to use the turbos from the new rs6 and put them on the s8?

 

That engine on the R8 will be a blast!!!

 

It looks absolutely stunning. Any finally, the licence plate "floats" in the middle of the grill. Although not entirely feeling the eyebrows on the headlights..

Anyone see those brakes? I'm sure there are discs hiding behind there somewhere

 

agreed on both points! you know they prob thought of this about 2 models ago but had to keep something for later to make you upgrade

ultimate wagon sleeper though hey!

 

4400 lbs! Holy porker batman, put that pig on a diet!