The Audi A6 has long been a benchmark in the executive car class, consistently pioneering new technologies. From being the first to offer galvanised bodywork to debuting advanced infotainment and LED headlights, the A6 has always pushed boundaries. Now, with the A6 e-tron, Audi is extending that tradition into the fully electric era.
The new A6 e-tron comes in both Sportback and Avant body styles, offering up to 462 miles of range (WLTP). But beyond the electric powertrain, it introduces a series of innovative features that solidify its place as a leader in automotive technology. Here are six key highlights.
Lighting Technology: A Legacy of Innovation
Audi has a storied history in lighting. The second-generation A8 was the first car with LED daytime running lights, the R8 introduced sequential indicators, and the third-generation A8 brought Matrix LED technology to the market. The A6 e-tron continues this legacy with some of the most advanced lighting systems yet seen.
Slimmest-Ever Daytime Running Lights
The front of the A6 e-tron features the slimmest daytime running lights ever fitted to an Audi. These razor-thin strips emphasize the car’s width and low stance, creating a distinctive and aggressive look. Fully configurable, they offer eight customizable signatures for drivers to match their mood or preference. The actual headlights are subtly hidden below, integrated into a blacked-out fascia for a cleaner, more sculpted appearance.
Fluid Rear Lights with OLED 2.0
The rear of the A6 e-tron is equally striking, with a coast-to-coast LED light bar and illuminated Audi rings – the first time the iconic logo has been lit up on a production car. The digital rear lights are made up of 10 panels and 450 individual cells, using Audi’s advanced OLED 2.0 technology. This creates vivid, three-dimensional shapes that move with a fluid, liquid-like quality.
The A6 e-tron doesn’t just represent a shift to electric power; it demonstrates Audi’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of automotive design and technology. The car’s innovative features – from its lighting systems to its electric range – set a new standard for the executive car segment.
