When the RS6 C8 hit the market a few years ago, it was a real showstopper. Unfortunately, the hype has been waning over time, but the car remains an exceptional and outrageous estate. This particular one was recently delivered to the ABT company, who did what they do best.
When it comes to deciding which estate car is the coolest, a few specific options come to mind. On one hand, there's the brand-new M3 Touring, a car that BMW fans have been eagerly anticipating for decades, and it finally arrived in 2023. On the other hand, there's this RS6 in the game. Each RS6 has always been an improvement over its predecessor, becoming more extreme and sports car-like. The C8 is a pure design marvel, while the C5 was a very mild and normal-looking RS6.
Another estate car that's extremely popular among car enthusiasts is the CLS 63 Shooting Brake. It's also a design wonder. Its sweeping, shooting brake-like roofline that tapers towards the rear adds a breathtaking elegance, complemented by a sporty touch.
These three estate cars are currently some of the most beloved. Of course, there are many other popular estates experiencing a significant following, but it's not wrong to say that these three stand out.
Now, let's delve into this specific RS6 that received some tuning from ABT
The RS6-R is powered by a 4.0-liter V8 twin-turbo engine, which is already very powerful in stock form. ABT, however, significantly increases its performance. The exact power figures can vary depending on the model year, but typically, the RS6-R produces over 700 horsepower, which is significantly more than the stock RS6. In addition to the impressive horsepower, the RS6-R generates massive torque, resulting in excellent acceleration values. Torque figures can be well over 800 Nm or more.
With this kind of power, the RS6-R can achieve high speeds in a very short time. Acceleration times depend on the specific modifications but often hover around 3.0 seconds for the 0 to 100 km/h sprint.
ABT gives the RS6-R a striking and unique design. This includes special bodywork components, sporty wheels, an exclusive color scheme, and ABT logos. In this case, these components stand out even more because the car has been painted in a beautiful light blue. The contrast between this light color and the dark accents is extreme.
To cope with the extra power, the suspension and brakes are often modified to ensure improved vehicle stability and braking performance.
This particular vehicle was spotted in Wiesbaden, Germany. It had been seen before in Findel, Luxembourg.
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