Audi on Monday unveiled a new plug-in hybrid model in its A6
family, but we won't see it in the United States. Only the plug-in hybrid
versions of the Q5, A7
Sportback and A8 have
been announced for our market.
The plug-in hybrid A6, badged an A6 55 TFSI e, is powered by
a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 working in conjunction with an electric motor
integrated with the transmission. The system develops a peak output of 367
horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque, all of which is channeled to the four
wheels via a standard all-wheel-drive system.
The same powertrain is found in the plug-in hybrid Q5, Q7
and A7 Sportback. The plug-in hybrid A8 features a more powerful 3.0-liter
twin-turbocharged V-6 for its internal-combustion component, resulting in a
peak output of 443 hp and 516 lb-ft.
Despite the lower output, the plug-in hybrid A6 is no
slouch. Owners can expect 0-62 mph acceleration in 5.6 seconds and a top speed
limited to 155 mph. There's a 14.1-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery that
should provide about 25 miles of pure electric driving.
As is the case with most plug-in hybrids, Audi's system lets
the driver choose from multiple powertrain modes. In addition to the pure EV
mode, the driver is able to maintain a certain battery charge for later use via
a Battery Hold mode. The standard mode is Hybrid, where both power sources are
used. This mode also has the ability to work with the navigation system to reduce
fuel consumption, typically by switching to electric driving in urban areas and
stop-and-go traffic.
The plug-in hybrid A6 comes well-equipped as it features an
S Line body kit, black exterior accents, 19-inch wheels, red brake calipers,
Matrix LED headlights, sport seats, and a digital instrument cluster. But don't
feel too sad that it isn't coming here, as we at least will finally see
the A6
Allroad and RS
6 Avant on local soil.
source: https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1125632_2020-audi-a6-plug-in-hybrid-revealed-not-coming-to-us
by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
http://www.boscheuropean.com
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