New Audi A6 2.0 litre TDI launched

The Audi A6 has always been a successful executive sedan all over the world. The new A6 comes with a lighter body which has been constructed out of aluminium and high tech steels which has also made it stiffer. These words – lighter and stiffer are always a good indication in the automobile industry. A lighter car is more fuel efficient and Audi say that their car has been tested by an independent body and found to return a scarcely believable 18.9 km/pl under real Indian road conditions. A stiffer car means a more rigid body cell which improves handling. A stiffer car is also safer in the event of a crash due to increased structural integrity, this means that more energy is required to bend the structure of the body keeping the occupants safe. 

Audi have incorporated the lightweight technology called ‘Audi ultra’ in the new A6 which was originally developed for their 24 hour Le Mans endurance racing series. Audi has won the Le Mans series ten times and were the first car maker to enter a diesel powered car in Le Mans. 

As is the case with executive sedans the new Audi A6 comes loaded with gizmos and technology such as a multimedia system, safety features and other innovative features. Audi have reduced the NVH levels for lower cabin noise due to precision tuning of various mechanical components and hydraulic damping in the drivetrain bearings and the axle. The new car is 4.92 meters long, 1.87 meters wide and 1.46 meters high. The four cylinder 2.0 liter turbo charged engine has been calibrated to deliver 177 horsepower. 

Michael Perschke, the Head of Audi India commented on the new A6 by saying, “It gives us great pride in showcasing that the new Audi A6 has again established a new benchmark globally and now proven on Indian roads. With the reversion of the weight spiral, we were able to make the new A6 lighter than its predecessor thanks to the use of hybrid materials and using our years of experience with aluminium. We have now proved on Indian road conditions that our diesel technology leadership is very relevant and successful. This technology made us the winner at the world famous endurance race - 24hrs of Le Mans this year again. The new A6 2.0 TDI is a new benchmark globally and in India for sporty, yet efficient driving, paired with Audi’s progressive design. We achieved consumption levels with a 1585 kg weight car, which many smaller cars in India cannot achieve. This clearly signifies our philosophy - "Vorsprung durch Technik". With the arrival of this important model and the 2.0 TDi engine in India, we are confident that we might even increase our forecast for this year based on a strong response to the new A6."

The Audi A6 has proved to be a very good executive sedan and has given its competition something to worry about over the years. The new car with its light weight body, incredible fuel efficiency and attractive price tag of rs. 27.70 lakhs (ex-showroom New Delhi) will make for a very good car and will give its competition a run for its money.