18 November 2002: Audi in Ireland is targeting the S-Class/BMW 7 Series niche area with a high-performance version of its A6 - the S6.

Powered by a 4.2-litre V8 engine and selling from E96,000, the sporty S6 typifies the new approach to model planning being adopted by Audi in Ireland with new niche models being introduced to attract owners in search of something extra.

An Avant estate version of the S6 is also available at E98,950.