Appearance-wise, the RS 6 differentiates itself from the A6 very discreetly. Don't look for huge spoilers or dramatic ground
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| Like a physically fit executive sporting a finely tailored suit, the RS 6 shows its mettle without boasting. (Photo: Rob Rothwell, Canadian Auto Press) |
effects. Like a physically fit executive sporting a finely tailored suit, the RS 6 shows its mettle without boasting. Along with its tasteful, yet conservative "RS 6" badging, the Audi commando receives some serious cooling intake vents in its aggressively revised front fascia. When combined with its bulging wheel housings, filled to capacity with beefy 18-inch Continental rubber, and a pair of elliptical exhaust tips sticking out the back, the super sedan's look of mild aggression is evident from any angle.
The subtle RS 6 distinction is also found within its richly appointed interior. If the growl of its vicious V8 isn't enough to keep a driver alert to his or her presence in an RS 6, the tasteful appliques on the steering wheel and tachometer face will, however I hardly think anyone will require such reminding. My tester was upholstered in beautiful, ivory colored silk Nappa leather, which contrasted smartly against the charcoal colored dash and door panels. The
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| The RS 6 is perhaps the quintessential example of Audi's mastery of building high quality, well-executed interiors. (Photo: Rob Rothwell, Canadian Auto Press) |
Alcantara roof liner nicely matched the interior's soft leather. Agate colored, poplar wood accents added a further touch of distinction to the RS 6's executive level office.
Audi has built a reputation for building high quality, well-executed interiors and the RS 6 is perhaps the quintessential example of that. Try as I may, I couldn't find a single placement of inferior feeling plastic, or panel misalignment anywhere inside. Its Recaro seats delivered premium comfort and the high level of bolstering necessary to hold occupants firmly in position when G-forces begin to play havoc. Particularly appreciated was the substantial thigh bolstering up front, which prevented my legs from fatiguing and kept my butt nailed to the center of the seat. Furthering its "performance-feel" is a leather wrapped steering wheel, wonderfully contoured at the "3" and "9" positions.
