November 18, 2004
New 2.7 TDI Model
Boosts Audi A6 Saloon Range
Third TDI model in
outstandingly cost effective A6 range offers lowest tax
liability and running costs in its sector A new 2.7 TDI engine
promising 41mpg economy combined with class leading tax
efficiency, running costs and predicted residual values*
joins the A6 Saloon range this month. Available to order now
priced from £26,330 OTR, the new A6 2.7 TDI models feature
the most advanced diesel engine technology available,
including a unique Piezo injection system, and from next
month will offer the option of adaptive four-wheel air
suspension for the first time in the segment.
Source:
Audi UK
The new lightest in class, six-cylinder common rail 2.7 TDI
unit with 180PS is essentially a downsized version of the
all-new 3.0 TDI, widely regarded as one of the most
supremely refined diesel units ever created and currently
powering A6 and A8 saloon models. Its close relative
delivers its maximum 180PS output between 3,300 and 4,250rpm
and 380Nm between 1,400 and 3,300rpm, giving the A6 2.7 TDI
SE with six-speed manual gearbox the potential to accelerate
from rest to 62mph in 8.1 seconds and to reach a top speed
of 141mph. Predictably for a TDI, this strong performance is
delivered efficiently and economically, with up to 41.5mpg
possible (on the combined cycle) and impressively low CO2
output of 181g/km (depending on specification).
Efficiency and performance have been maximised through the
use of the latest turbocharger technology combined with a
highly sophisticated common rail fuel injection system with
piezo injectors. Featuring a separate high-pressure pump and
rail for each row of cylinders, the system permits up to
five separate amounts of fuel to be injected on each working
stroke, at an injection pressure of 1600 bar, 250 bar more
than with previous common rail systems. This helps to
achieve the best possible fuel/air mixture and an even more
efficient combustion process.
This advanced technology ensures full compliance with EU4
emissions regulations without the use of a particulate
filter, and also helps the A6 2.7 TDI to benefit from a
lower tax liability than any other prestige six-cylinder TDI
executive saloon. According to the latest information from
Emmox Carcost, this new version also offers the lowest
running costs in its specific sector, and will also achieve
the best value retention over 3 years or 60,000 miles.
Air suspension
In common with all A6 Saloon models, the A6 2.7 TDI will
from next month offer the extra cost option of adaptive air
suspension. Based on the system fitted to the A8 luxury
saloon since launch, the air suspension set-up features
continuously variable damping to suit prevailing road
conditions, and also offers the option of four
pre-determined suspension settings which can be selected by
the driver via the Multi Media Interface System (MMI).
The A6 2.7 TDI will be available in both SE and S line trim.
SE specification includes 16-inch alloy wheels, remote
control central locking, electronic climate control,
electric front and rear windows and mirrors, cruise control,
a 160-watt sound system with glove box-mounted CD player and
the MMI Basic Plus control system with 6.5-inch monitor.
S line models add 18-inch alloy wheels, unique S line sports
suspension, sports seats with black leather/Speed cloth
combination upholstery, a sports steering wheel and special
S line grille and interior badging. An additional S line
exterior styling package is also available for S line models
only at an extra cost of £1,100 (£875 for 4.2 quattro
versions), bringing an exclusive S line front bumper and
grille design, headlamp washers and a unique rear bumper
treatment with painted diffuser.
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