2017 Audi A6, A7 Arrive This Summer With Minor Updates
The 2017 Audi A6 and A7 models have been introduced, sporting minor changes as they head to dealerships this summer.
The 2017 Audi A6 sedan and Avant models have received an updated front end featuring bold contours that surround the air intakes in the new front apron. The side skirts and rear bumper are also more angular in shape while a new diffuser gives a nice finishing touch to the lower rear end. When equipped with the optional S line exterior package, the A6 models feature a new radiator grille with a corpus painted matte black while the slats are finished in gloss chrome.
Both the Audi A6 and A7 will receive two new paint colors: Matador Red and Gotland Green. In addition, Java Brown that was previously exclusive to the Audi A6 allroad will also be available for the Audi A6, A6 Avant and A7.
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The German automaker has also outfitted the models with LED lighting to the interior and luggage compartments and offers new inlays in Aluminum Ellipse silver and fine grain birch natural agate gray. The Audi A6 allroad receives Aluminum Ellipse bronze as an available inlay option.
Other new features in the 2017 Audi A6 and A7 include inductive wireless charging compatible with Qi standard, Audi tablets in the rear, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility on the MMI monitor and an extensive Advanced Package that adds a new Soho Brown paint finish, 20-inch wheels and quattro permanent all-wheel drive. The interior also receives sports seats finished in high-end Valcona leather as part of the package.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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