They fight every year premium market in the world: of course, the three largest German car manufacturers. In 2022, the biggest title went to BMW, selling 2,100,692 cars. Mercedes followed in second place with 2,043,900 units. Audi, however, widened the gap, selling “only” 1,614,231 cars. In France, the ring brand registered 43,688 models in 2022, down 12.8% from 2021. sales in France are driven by the Q3 crossover and the compact A3. Next come city cars A1, then crossovers Q2 and Q5. You must go to the sixth place to find the first sedan A4in the ninth for A6see fifteenth and sixteenth A7 and A8! Sedans suffer…

Key models for Audi

Audi presents today updated versions of their A6 and A7 for sure. Since both were released in 2018, this mid-career facelift came at just the right time. Because these two models won’t last forever! From 2024 the current A6 (petrol, diesel and hybrid) will be supported by a new 100% electric model: the A6 e-tron. The future of the A7 is more uncertain. These two sedans perform in the big league: road cars (segment E). The A6 is Audi’s best-selling and historic model: it replaced the Audi 100 in 1994 and has been ever since decreased in four additional generations. The latest A7, which is a coupe version of the A6, was launched for its first generation in 2010. These small mid-career updates were necessary. They have to fight with formidable competitors: Mercedes E-Class and CLS, BMW 5 series and 8 series.

Move, (almost) nothing to see

So what’s new in the East? As always with German manufacturers, it is extremely subtleI External changes mainly concern headlights, grille and bumperswhich have been retouched. New rim colors and patterns added Audi also talks about decorative inserts on board, which can now be customized in 8 configurations. Interior photos have not been sent yet, patience will be required. Improved connectivity and driver aids. Full LED headlights are now standard, as is the Audi Virtual Cockpit and intelligent parking assistance system. There will be “new” A6 and A7 available for order from June 8. The former will see his bids start at 58,040 euros, the second to 75,160 euros.

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