So, we can expect a plusher version of Audi's Virtual
Cockpit instrument binnacle display, two central screens with haptic feedback surfaces, a 48 - volt mild hybrid system, and the promise of Level 4 autonomy being added further down the line.
Not exact matches
Virtual
Cockpit makes an appearance in the
instrument binnacle (surely not far from being a standard feature in all future Audis) while at the other end of the cabin, the A6 Avant matches its predecessor's luggage volume with 565 litres of space seats - up and 1680 litres with the seats folded.
The Virtual
Cockpit instrument cluster (a 12.3 - inch screen housed in the
binnacle) is particularly good, so too are the Matrix headlights that project excellent light - output and automatically adjust the beams according to oncoming traffic.
On the CFRP surround for the virtual
cockpit (Audi's entirely digital
instrument binnacle) you will also find a matt - finish «R8 24 hr» logo, while the gloss carbon fibre sills will feature a serial number from 1 to 24 for each of the (very) limited edition cars.
The digital «Virtual
Cockpit»
instrument binnacle from the R8 and TT, complete with its special RS rev counter and information display, will feature, too.
The
cockpit feels tidier, too, now that the
instruments have all migrated back under the main
binnacle with the rev - counter taking centre stage.
The display in the
instrument binnacle can show trip computer functions or infotainment (in two different Virtual
Cockpit view modes), while those and sub menus for settings can be seen and operated from the MMI and infotainment screen.
But the car's head - turning design, its increased engine output and reduced fuel consumption are overshadowed by the new «Virtual
Cockpit»
instrument binnacle.