CAR collectors have a tempting alternative to develop their portfolio following the arrival Down Beneath of the race-car-inspired Audi RS 6 Avant GT priced from $399,000 plus on-road prices.
Excluding high-riding SUVs and fewer sensible sedans, the quick 4 ring GT wagon has no actual rivals and arrives at a premium of near $150,000 over the (barely) much less onerous core RS 6 Avant Efficiency mannequin.
For comparative functions, comparable cash places you behind the wheel of BMW’s M8 Competitors from $380,000, the Corvette Stingray Z06 3LZ from $336,147 and the Maserati GranTurismo from $375,000 all +ORC.
Audi Australia says the uncommon and unique new mannequin, attracts inspiration from the model’s “storied” efficiency heritage, together with the enduring Audi 90 quattro IMSA GTO race automotive.
However Australia’s allocation is restricted to only 22 individually numbered examples from a complete international manufacturing of 660 items.
“We’re excited to carry the RS 6 Avant GT to the Australian market. This unique mannequin not solely underscores Audi’s dedication to efficiency and innovation but additionally celebrates our wealthy motorsport heritage,” mentioned Audi Australia director Jeff Mannering.
“This distinctive automotive is a superb instance of Audi’s steady pursuit of dynamic driving efficiency. With its bespoke options and extremely restricted availability, the RS 6 Avant GT will create a brand new chapter within the historical past of Audi in Australia.”
The muscular wanting GT is aggressively propelled by a twin-turbocharged V8 engine delivering some 463kW and 850Nm and has a high velocity restricted to 305km/h and a 0-100km/h dash time in a claimed 3.3 seconds underscoring its high-performance credentials.
Holding management of dynamics is the GT’s manually adjustable coil-over suspension, ceramic brakes and a specifically tuned quattro sport differential on the rear axle.
Bespoke parts discovered throughout the particular version embody the distinctively designed entrance bumpers and fascia that incorporate a carbon bonnet and entrance guards.
The roof edge spoiler, tailgate and rear diffuser have been re-profiled to reinforce aerodynamics and visible attraction.
Two exterior color selections can be found in Mythos black or Arkona white every complemented by Audi motorsport-inspired decals matched to the chosen color.
The GT rolls on 22-inch Audi Sport six-arm Avus impressed alloy wheels, accessible in both white or black, as soon as once more relying on the car color chosen.
Including visible gravitas are vivid purple brake callipers and carbon exterior mirror caps the black Audi rings and badging additional enhancing its daring on-road presence.
The inside is equally as dramatic that includes RS entrance bucket seats clad in leather-based and Dinamica with seat backrest covers in matte carbon-fibre.
Particulars together with the armrests, and centre console sides function distinction stitching together of purple and copper and are additionally upholstered in black Dinamica together with the dashboard and door waist rails.
Additionally Inside, the GT options inlays in open-pore carbon twill construction and an Audi digital cockpit plus with an RS format.
The usual fitment Sensory bundle is alleged to complement the driving expertise centred on a Bang & Olufsen 3D Superior Sound System, black Dinamica headlining, rear door window sunshades, a leather-based steering wheel airbag cowl, and heated rear outer seats.
Every instance is particular person numbering on the centre console to focus on its exclusivity whereas purple seat belts and entrance ground mats with the RS GT emblem in purple underscore the mannequin’s race-car hyperlinks.
All Aussie-spec RS 6 Avant GTs have an similar mounted specification tailor-made for collectors and driving fanatics alike.
The mannequin arrives with a five-year guarantee and twelve years producer guarantee for bodywork in opposition to corrosion perforation and complimentary five-year Audi roadside help.
Throughout the guarantee interval, Audi house owners obtain a complimentary membership to Audi Expertise, Audi Australia’s bespoke loyalty program providing entry to unique occasions, intimate Audi Ambassador experiences, and premium companion presents.
The Audi RS 6 Avant GT has already been allotted to a choose variety of Audi prospects.
2024 Audi RS 6 Avant GT pricing*:
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Audi RS 6 Avant GT (a)
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$399,000
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New variant
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*Pricing excludes on-road prices
