The Audi RS6 Avant 2020 is a 592 horsepower family car at 190 mph that arrives in the United States.

Stigmatized as a boring family carrier, this humble wagon has never enjoyed the respect it enjoys here in the United States, as elsewhere in the world. It is not surprising, then, that over the years we have missed most of the biggest European sports wagons, machines designed to transport a family as well as they are. Lately, well-heeled Americans have been blessed with some powerful options, such as the Mercedes-AMG E63 S Wagon and the Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo. Now, Audi is ready to deliver what could be the most aggressive sunroof to date.

This is the Audi RS6 Avant 2020, the fourth generation of this powerful wagon. This time, he is developing 592 horsepower and 590 lb.-ft. of smooth 3.0-liter twin turbo-hybrid V8. This power, powered by an eight-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission and a Quattro all-wheel drive, will launch this utility supercar from 0 to 62 miles in 3.6 seconds. Going from a stop to 124 km / h takes only 12 seconds.

A new series of steel brakes that stops all this strength is impressive and measures 16.5 inches at the front and 14.6 inches at the rear. Carbon ceramic brakes offer an even faster speed feat, with huge 17.3-inch front discs.

Under normal conditions, the Quattro system transmits 60% of the power to the rear wheels, but it can send up to 70% forward in low-grip situations or, in case of strong acceleration on the roadway dry, directs 85% towards the back. . When cornering, the RS6 can brake the inner wheels to optimize handling, while the optional Quattro Sport differential can dynamically send more torque to the outside. The RS6 can also stop / start at a maximum speed of 13 mph, which would improve fuel economy.

Steering through the rear wheels is another option that should make this light-weight lighting on the toes, while the standard air suspension can lower the car by nearly an inch to the speed for better aerodynamics, or the lift to 1.6 inches a standard A6 Avant. No worries for pesky gear bumps, then. Those looking for better handling will need the optional Dynamic Ride Control suspension, which replaces a set of adaptive wedge-related corner dampers, much like the McLaren 720S.

Whatever the suspension chosen, its rigidity is modulated according to one of the six driving modes, as well as by other functionalities such as the throttle response, the engine power, the differential behavior and the rating of the engine. exhaust. Two of the modes are customizable, which means that you can define your perfect configuration. Audi does not hesitate to stress that the car's stability control system can be totally disabled. Yes, thugs, this wagon will drift.

With a top speed of 190 mph (with the optional Dynamic Plus Package), the new RS6 will be incredibly fast. The RS6 Avant features an almost completely custom fit, a body that only shares the A6 Avant front doors, roof and tailgate. The front of the car has also been a bit open-plan, with a new frameless grille that looks wider but simpler, especially if you opt for black or carbon trim. The standard 21-inch wheels are filled with inflated arches, but you can also choose huge 22-inch wheels.

The overall result is that even in a softer color with a darker trim, the RS6 is certainly not a subtle Q-car. It's worth noting that, like all previous generations of the RS6, with the exception of only one, Audi states that this new generation will only be available as a family. Audi claims that this body is "unique in its segment", which is a bit strange considering the fact that Mercedes offers the aforementioned AMG E63 S.

The interior also received RS treatment with details such as open-weave carbon fiber and quilted leather seats, but still offers Audi's latest technologies, including the MMI Touch associated with the Virtual Cockpit and a optional head-up display, all augmented with RS-specific displays. The steering wheel now features an RS mode button that selects the driver-configurable new RS1 and RS2 parameters and replaces the old Individual tab of the Audi Drive Select software.

But the best news of all is that the Audi RS6 Avant 2020 will be available in North America – but when and at what price questions unanswered. Just for context, to place yourself in a Mercedes-AMG E63 S Wagon, it will cost you around $ 108,000. Although the RS6 is probably lower than that, it will certainly not be cheap and you may just have to choose between the funds of this college and those of your children. We know you will have the right call.