Audi RS6 Avant will receive a hybrid powertrain: what is known about the new model.

According to Korrespondent.net: Despite the presentation of the electric sedan A6 E-Tron, Audi does not plan to launch a powerful electric version of the RS6 estate. As reported by Motor1, the German manufacturer is working on a new generation of the RS6 Avant with an internal combustion engine. This information is confirmed by a recent spy video from Spain.

Spy video and technical specifications

The video clearly captures the sound of the engine, indicating that this is not an electric vehicle. According to preliminary data, under the hood of the new RS6 Avant, there may be a V6 or V8 engine, likely combined with a plug-in hybrid system. The most likely variant is a 4.0-liter V8 with twin turbocharging. If the rumors are true, the new hybrid version may surpass the canceled electric model that promised around 700 hp.

In comparison, the current RS6 Avant Performance has a power of 621 hp, while the new generation could raise this figure to 730 hp.

Demand and future plans

The market is seeing an increasing demand for plug-in hybrid estates, especially in the USA. Audi reports that orders for the RS6 in the first half of 2025 increased by 41% compared to last year.

The world premiere of the new RS6 is scheduled for 2026, and the model will go on sale as a 2027 model year car.

Recall that the Audi Q6 and SQ6 Sportback e-tron were previously presented.

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Despite Audi presenting the electric sedan A6 E-Tron, the company has abandoned the high-performance electric version of the RS6 estate.

According to Audi, orders for the RS6 in the first half of 2025 increased by 41% compared to last year.

The world premiere of the next RS6 is expected in 2026, and the model will be released as a 2027 model year vehicle.

Audi's refusal to create an electric version of the RS6 indicates that the manufacturer is focusing on classic technologies, responding to market demands. The increase in orders for the RS6 may also signal a resurgence of interest in powerful cars with traditional engines, which are usually associated with sports cars. The new generation of the RS6 promises to be not only more powerful but also a more economical choice for performance enthusiasts.