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Audi A6 Avant 50 TDI Quattro Black Edition 5dr Tip Auto [Tech]

Doors	5
Fuel Delivery	COMMON RAIL
Transmission	Semi-auto
Fuel Type	Diesel
Engine Capacity - CC	2967
Trim	Black Edition[Tech]
Price	£59,375
Engine Power - BHP	286
Acceleration	5.7
Top Speed	155 mph
WLTP - MPG - Comb	39.2
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	188
Length	4939 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	565 l
Minimum Kerbweight	1890 kg

Driver Convenience

7" high resolution colour driver information display system
Audi connect safety and service (e-call)
Audi connect with Amazon Alexa Integration
Audi drive select
Audi parking system plus - acoustic and visual park assist system for front and rear
Automatic start/stop system with coasting functionality
Bluetooth interface
Lane departure warning system
Power operated tailgate
Progressive steering
Rear view camera
Service interval indicator
Smartphone interface includes wireless Apple carplay/Android Auto
Voice control system

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

24 litre AdBlue tank
48V Mild hybrid technology
Diesel particulate filter
Quattro all wheel drive with self locking centre differential
Sports suspension

Entertainment

Audi front music interface
Audi sound system
Auxiliary input socket
DAB Digital radio
USB connection

Exterior Features

Black roof rails
Electric front/rear windows
Frameless auto dimming interior rear view mirror
Gloss black highlights on the exterior area of the Audi Single frame
Gloss black highlights on the front and rear bumpers
Gloss black highlights on the radiator grille
Gloss black highlights on the side windows trim strips
Headlight washers
Heat insulating darkened glass in side and rear windows
Heat insulating glass in windshield
LED rear lights
LED signature front daytime running light
Matrix LED headlights
Matt black rear diffuser with diffuser strip and tailpipes in chrome
Matt black side air intake grille with inlay in matt aluminium
Privacy glass
Rain and light sensors
Rear roof spoiler
Rear side wing doors
Rear wiper
Signature rear LED light design
Third brake light

Interior Features

2 zone deluxe electronic climate control
4 way electric lumbar support for driver and front passenger
40/20/40 split folding 3 rear seat bench in 3 parts with rear centre armrest
Black cloth headlining
Black front and rear carpet floor mat
Black steering wheel insert
Electrically adjustable front seats with driver memory
Front centre armrest
Front head restraints
Heated front seats
Height/reach adjust steering wheel
Illuminated door sill trims with S logo
Illuminated sun visors with vanity mirrors
ISOFIX child seat mounting and Top Tether with front passenger airbag deactivation
Leather gear knob
Luggage compartment system
Rear headrests
Single front passenger seat
Stainless steel pedals and foot rest
Tool kit and car jack

Packs

LED Interior Ambient Lighting Pack - A6
Non smoking pack - A6
Technology pack - A6

Passive Safety

3 point seatbelts on all seats
Airbags - Front side, front and rear including head
Audi pre-sense front
Black seatbelts
EBD - Electronic brakeforce distribution
Electromechanical parking brake
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) including ABS, ASR and EDL
Extended pedestrian protection measures
Manual child proof rear door locks
Seatbelt monitoring
Tyre pressure warning light
Warning triangle and first aid kit

Security

Anti theft alarm with tow away protection
Anti-theft wheel bolts and wheel loosening detection
Immobiliser
Keyless Go
Remote central locking

Trim

Carbon twill inlays

Emissions - ICE

Standard Euro Emissions	EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	188
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH	191
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL	188

Engine and Drive Train

Catalytic Convertor	Yes
Engine capacity (cc)	2967
Cylinder Layout	V6
Cylinders	6
Engine Layout	NORTH SOUTH
Gears	8 SPEED
Number of Valves	24
Transmission	SEMI-AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

WLTP - MPG - Comb	39.2
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH	38.7
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL	39.2

General

AdBlue	Yes
Generation Mark	5
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	42E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years	12
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years	3
Service Interval Frequency - Months	12
Service Interval Mileage	9000
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage	60000
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years	3
Vehicle Homologation Class	M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)	5.7
Engine Power - BHP	286
Engine Power - RPM	3500
Engine Torque - NM	620
Engine Torque - RPM	1750
Top Speed	155 mph

Test Cycles

RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Space Saver?	No
Tyre Size Front	255/40 R20
Tyre Size Rear	255/40 R20
Tyre Size Spare	TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style	5 V SPOKE
Wheel Type	20" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height (including roof rails)	1467 mm
Length	4939 mm
Wheelbase	2924 mm
Width (including mirrors)	2110 mm

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	63
Gross Vehicle Weight	2570 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	565 l
Max. Loading Weight	680 kg
Max. Towing Weight - Braked	2000
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked	750
Minimum Kerbweight	1890 kg
No. of Seats	5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	12.1 m

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