Audi to revive the RS6 moniker as a high-performance EV
What's the story
Audi is gearing up to bring back the RS6 moniker as an all-electric model for the global markets.
Set to launch in the UK in 2025, the high-performance four-door e-sedan will likely be called RS6 E-tron.
Based on the German marque's Premium Platform Electric (PPE) architecture, the EV will boast more power (up to 600hp) than its now-discontinued ICE-powered counterpart.
Details
Porsche to collaborate with Audi for electric powertrains
Porsche and Audi will be collaborating on the development of the RS6 E-tron's electric drivetrain.
The setup will also be featured in an upgraded Taycan model, which is due for a facelift in 2025.
With a two-speed gearbox on each electric motor and a fully variable Quattro four-wheel-drive system, the EV is set to be the fastest-accelerating four-door electric saloon, once launched.
Opinion
It will be a game-changer in the performance EV market
The introduction of the Audi RS6 E-tron could significantly impact the performance EV market.
However, Audi faces challenges in meeting customer expectations in terms of performance and range.
Based on the A6 E-tron concept from 2021, the RS6 E-tron's dimensions will be slightly bigger than the current-generation A6 sedan. The upcoming RS6 E-tron EV will be offered in both the saloon and Avant guise.