Pricing for Audi RS6 released

INGOLSTADT, Germany — Audi AG released the details on its "racing inspired" RS6 on Tuesday, including the critical information that the car will start at the equivalent of $157,296 when it goes on sale in Germany in mid-October.

Audi of America on Monday confirmed that there are no immediate plans to bring the RS6 to the U.S.

Audi gushes that the engine of the new RS6 is a "high-tech work of art," bundling such race technologies as FSI direct fuel injection, dry-sump lubrication and two turbochargers. The RS6 is powered by a twin-turbo V10 that churns out 580 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque. Audi says the RS6 sprints from zero to 60 mph in less than 4.5 seconds and has an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph, which can be optionally raised to 174 mph.

The engine is linked to a six-speed Tiptronic. The driver can also manually change gears using the shift lever or the paddles on the steering wheel.

The RS6 is equipped with 19-inch alloy wheels, with 20-inch wheels offered as an option. Exterior design cues include a spoiler integrated into the trunk lid, two oval exhaust pipes, a rear diffuser and flared fenders. The cabin gets sport seats, an RS leather sport steering wheel with a flat-bottomed rim and a Bose stereo system. Gauges include a boost pressure indicator for the two turbochargers.

What this means to you: You'll have to admire this beauty from afar — at least until Audi makes the decision to unleash it in the States.