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2023 Audi RS 6: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2023 Audi RS 6 Avant is a quiet carryover with no major product changes. Its 591-hp twin-turbo V8, eight-speed automatic, all-wheel drive, styling, safety equipment, and cabin technology remain substantially the same as in 2022.
About the 2023 Audi RS 6
4th-generation C8 RS 6 Avant, third U.S. model year after the wagon’s return for 2021; pre-performance-update year before the 2024 RS 6 Avant performance.
Audi positions the RS 6 Avant as a rare do-everything performance wagon: immense V8 power and RS handling wrapped in a five-passenger long roof with real cargo space. The appeal is not just speed, but the ability to handle family, road-trip, and daily-driving duties without giving up drama or all-weather traction. That blend of supercar pace, understated wagon utility, and a premium cabin is what separates it from performance SUVs and makes it distinctive even among high-end wagons.
The RS 6 Avant combines sports-car pace with the everyday usefulness of a premium wagon. Its single trim has a 591-hp twin-turbo V8, all-wheel drive, an adjustable air suspension, a 12.3-inch digital instrument display, navigation, leather and Alcantara sport seats, and a split-folding rear seat.
2023 Audi RS 6 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 14 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 21 mpg |
| Horsepower | 591 hp |
| Torque | 590 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 30 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 37.4 in |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |
| Automatic High Beams | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Lane Departure Warning | |
| Park Assist | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Panorama Moon Roof | |
| Rear Spoiler | |
| Roof Rails | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Ventilated Front Seats | |
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2023 Audi RS 6 compared with the 2022 model?
No major product changes were made for 2023. The RS 6 Avant carries over its engine, transmission, all-wheel-drive system, styling, safety equipment, and main cabin technology from 2022.
Did the 2023 Audi RS 6 get more horsepower?
No, the 2023 RS 6 Avant keeps the same 591-hp 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 used for 2022. It also retains 590 lb-ft of torque, an eight-speed automatic, and all-wheel drive.
Was the 2023 Audi RS 6 redesigned?
No, the 2023 RS 6 was not redesigned or refreshed. It remains part of the fourth-generation C8 RS 6 Avant lineup and uses the same wagon body and core mechanical layout as the 2022 model.
Is the 2023 Audi RS 6 the stronger performance version?
No, the 2023 model is the earlier 591-hp RS 6 Avant. The stronger RS 6 Avant performance arrived for the 2024 model year.
Is the 2023 Audi RS 6 worth considering over the 2022 model?
The 2023 RS 6 does not bring a major product advantage over the 2022 model. Both have the same basic performance hardware and feature formula, so a used-vehicle comparison should focus on condition, mileage, service history, and equipment.
2023 Audi RS 6 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 Audi RS 6.
4.6
2023 Audi RS 6
(19 reviews)
“The car is all there, and the experience of driving is excellent, highly recommend”