The S6 is the high-performance variant of Audi’s A6 midsize luxury sedan. It’s powered by a twin-turbo V-8 engine and competes with the BMW 550i, Mercedes-Benz E550 and Infiniti M56. New for 2014 A Black Optic Package, which features black paint and exterior trim and 20-inch wheels, is offered. Exterior Highlights
Standard 19-inch alloy wheels; 20-inch wheels available
Adaptive air suspension with lowered ride height
Adaptive xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights with LED daytime running lights
LED taillights
Quad exhaust outlets
Available full-LED headlights
Interior Highlights
Heated leather front seats with diamond stitch pattern; available ventilated front seats with massage function
Split-folding backseat
Four-zone automatic climate control
Sport steering wheel with paddle shifters
MMI navigation system with handwriting recognition and Audi Connect information system
Bose stereo; available Bang & Olufsen premium stereo
Bluetooth connectivity and iPod integration
Available manual sunshades for the backseat side windows and a power sunshade for the rear window
Available head-up display
Under the Hood
420-horsepower, twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 engine with fuel-saving cylinder-deactivation technology
Seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission
Premium gas recommended
All-wheel drive
Sport rear differential
Audi Drive Select adjusts engine, transmission, steering and suspension response
Safety Features
Eight standard airbags
Available side-impact airbags for the rear seat
Antilock brakes with 15.7-inch discs in front, 14-inch rear discs
