2027 Audi RS6 Sedan Render – Wider, Louder, And Ready For The M5

For a lot of Audi fans, the letters RS6 instantly bring to mind wide fenders, serious power, and everyday usability with a twist of madness. Now that prototypes of the new RS6 sedan have been spotted for the first time, we are finally getting an early look at how Audi wants to carry that attitude into the next generation.

The high performance sedan is based on the sixth generation 2026 Audi A6 sedan that premiered earlier this year. Even under camouflage, you can clearly see the classic RS treatment. The wheel arches are pushed out, giving the car that wide and planted stance people expect from an RS6. At the front, there is a new, more aggressive radiator grille and a deep bumper with huge air intakes pushed out toward the corners. The front fenders appear to have vertical air vents, while the side skirts sit lower and look thicker than on the standard A6, hinting at a more muscular body.

The rear of the car might be where things get most interesting. The bumper has a large contrasting insert that visually breaks up the mass of the rear end, and tucked underneath are unusually narrow oval exhaust tips, a fresh twist on the classic RS oval theme. A subtle trunk lid spoiler and new 5 spoke wheels complete the look, making the sedan feel like a proper cousin to the RS6 wagon, but with its own personality.

Under the skin, the new RS6 sedan stays on the Premium Platform Combustion architecture, just like the regular A6. However, the powertrain is where things move into the future. While Audi has not officially confirmed the specifications yet, all signs point to a twin turbo V8 combined with a plug in hybrid system. The charging flap seen on the left rear fender of the prototypes is a strong hint that electrification is part of the plan. In total, the system output is expected to go past 700 horsepower, putting the RS6 sedan right in the same conversation as the new BMW M5 hybrid, which is rated at 727 horsepower.

That extra electric shove should not only make the car brutally quick in a straight line, but also sharpen its responses out of corners and allow for short all electric driving in the city. It is the kind of package that lets you enjoy a quiet commute in the morning and then completely change the mood with a single press of the accelerator on a favorite back road.

Audi is reportedly preparing both the RS6 sedan and the RS6 wagon for their official debut next year. For enthusiasts who have always loved the idea of a long distance performance machine that can still handle school runs and grocery trips, this new generation looks ready to keep that story going.