Audi announces model year 2022 Audi Sport updates (RS 6 Avant / RS 7 excerpt)

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We noticed this was posted in the RS6 Avant Deposit/Order- Waiting & Chat Room thread, but just in case anyone missed it, we felt it deserved its own thread.

Audi announces model year 2022 Audi Sport updates

• All-new RS design packages enhance performance attributes and underline sporty sophistication
• Dynamic Ride Control now available as an option on RS 6 Avant and RS 7 models
• Race inspired flat-bottom steering wheel now standard for RS 6 Avant and RS 7 models

HERNDON, Va., April 27, 2020 – Audi of America today announced updates for its Audi Sport lineup for the 2022 model year, including the addition of a number of requested features customers are eager for, and can anticipate seeing in the U.S. starting late this summer.

The 2022 model changes introduce new “RS design” packages for the RS 5 Coupe and Sportback, RS 6 Avant, RS 7, and RS Q8. The content supports an RS-specific character that amplifies performance textiles, and design components. After a brief absence, a flat-bottom steering wheel with hands-on detection is now standard equipped on all RS 6 Avant and RS 7 models.

Additionally, Dynamic Ride Control (DRC) will now be available for the RS 6 Avant and RS 7 models. The purely mechanical system is designed to ensure an immediate response system to reduce the vehicle’s weight from shifting front to back, or side to side. The shocks are diagonally opposed, linked by hydraulic lines, and a central valve in the damper, and when cornering, this valve regulates the flow of oil through the shock absorber. There is an optimization of sportier feel and comfort depending on what is chosen via the Audi Drive Select system. The DRC is ready for the enthusiast who wants to get the most out of their RS 6 Avant, or RS 7 models.

2022 RS 6 Avant / RS 7 model line

Following on sale timing in late 2020 as 2021 models, the 591-horsepower RS 6 Avant and RS 7 return with package and content updates. The models receive new material additions, including standard Carbon twill structure inlays and on the RS 7, an available Dinamica headliner. The Dynamic Ride Control (DRC) is now available, ensuring an immediate response system to reduce body roll from front to back, and side to side.

Also new for 2022, will be a black 22-inch wheel available in Carbon and Black optic packages, as well as the option to order a 22-inch titanium wheel. Additionally, a new “RS-design” package, which includes black seat belts with contrast border in either red or gray, floor mats with “RS” logo and contrast stitching, center console and gear shifter in Alcantara and contrast stitching, and a flat-bottom Alcantara steering wheel with contrast stitching.

RS 6 Avant: $112,000
- 4.0-liter, V8
- Tiptronic®

RS 7: $114,500
- 4.0-liter, V8
- Tiptronic®

More here: https://media.audiusa.com/en-us/releases/472

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We noticed this was posted in the RS6 Avant Deposit/Order- Waiting & Chat Room thread, but just in case anyone missed it, we felt it deserved its own thread.





More here: https://media.audiusa.com/en-us/releases/472

So for 3 grand more on the base price you get the steering wheel, optional drc/headliner, floor mats and seat belts...Well now I went and really read it paying attention is it just me or is it only the RS7 that gets the optional headliner?

Following on sale timing in late 2020 as 2021 models, the 591-horsepower RS 6 Avant and RS 7 return with package and content updates. The models receive new material additions, including standard Carbon twill structure inlays and on the RS 7, an available Dinamica headliner. The Dynamic Ride Control (DRC) is now available, ensuring an immediate response system to reduce body roll from front to back, and side to side.

[losik4]

So for 3 grand more on the base price you get the steering wheel, optional drc/headliner, floor mats and seat belts...Well now I went and really read it paying attention is it just me or is it only the RS7 that gets the optional headliner?

Following on sale timing in late 2020 as 2021 models, the 591-horsepower RS 6 Avant and RS 7 return with package and content updates. The models receive new material additions, including standard Carbon twill structure inlays and on the RS 7, an available Dinamica headliner. The Dynamic Ride Control (DRC) is now available, ensuring an immediate response system to reduce body roll from front to back, and side to side.

That is how I undestand it. Only for Rs7.
However English is my second leanguage.
I just hope DRC does not have to be purchased together with Carbon Ceramics

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[RTW S4]

I wanted that DRC Wonder who will be the first to swap it to a MY21 car....

[Roman8er]

I'm doing it, surrender the 21 and get the 22. No doubt, it will cost me more, but if it's the last of a dying breed, I want it.

[Saracen]

Well, I'm glad I wasn't able to order a 2021 now!

[Khalizzel]

Is the flat bottom wheel still heated?


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[OneFastBMW]

Is the flat bottom wheel still heated?

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Yes it is

[Two+3]

In Canada, the DRC is an additional $1500 option. No brainer for me given price of car and probably ANY aftermarket suspension mods will be that or more.

[Maitre Absolut]

In Canada, the DRC is an additional $1500 option. No brainer for me given price of car and probably ANY aftermarket suspension mods will be that or more.

unless you are looking for track times, the air suspension probably suits the car better and you get to control the height. Huge benefit in Canada to raise back to stock for winter.

[Two+3]

I guess yes, in most other areas of Canada having the clearance in the winter is probably most practical.