Audi has reportedly used the Spanish introduction of
the 2019 Q3 to reveal plans to launch an assortment of new models this year. According to an image obtained by
Periodismodelmotor, the redesigned A6 Allroad will arrive in the second quarter
of 2019. Based on the A6 Avant, it will follow in the footsteps of its
predecessors by adopting plastic body cladding and an increased ride height.
The wagon is also slated to have a modestly revised grille and a handful of
other special touches.
Engine options remain unconfirmed, but they should
carryover from the A6 Avant. As a result, we can expect a turbocharged
3.0-liter TFSI V6 that develops 335 hp and 500 Nm of torque. There should also be a 3.0-liter TDI V6 producing 282 hp and 620 Nm of torque.
Around the same time, Audi will introduce the
facelifted TT RS. Like the standard model, the high-performance coupe will be
outfitted with a new front bumper and a revised grille, while it should also
feature sportier side skirts and updated taillights.
It remains unclear if the car’s turbocharged
2.5-liter five-cylinder will receive a performance boost from its current 395
hp and 480 Nm of torque. This enables the model
to rocket from 0-96 km/h in 3.6 seconds, before hitting a top speed
of up to 280 km/h, so it’s not exactly in need of more power, though
it’d be welcome.
The third quarter will be jam packed with debuts, as
Audi will introduce the new Q4 and RS 7 Sportback as well as e-tron versions of
the Q5 and A7. These will be joined by the facelifted A4 and Q7. Finally, in the fourth quarter
the automaker will introduce the new A3, RS 6 Avant and RS Q3. The company will
also unveil the A8 L e-tron as well as the e-tron Sportback.
Perhaps the most anticipated models out of the
diverse group are the new RS 6 and RS 7. There have been a number of rumors
concerning this pair, but both are expected to use a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8.
The exact output remains a closely guarded secret, but some reports have
suggested drivers can expect 596 hp and 800 Nm of
torque.
