The RS 6 has always been enormously fast in a straight line, and for one generation, Audi even fitted a twin-turbo V10. But what marks the current ‘C8’ out from its predecessors is that it’s engaging to drive in a way that early, more inert-feeling RS 6s simply aren’t. What’s more, Audi has made the C8 even better with the launch of the RS 6 Performance.
For this version, Audi has extracted an extra 21bhp and 50Nm of torque from the car’s 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8, giving new figures of 621bhp and 850Nm for a 3.4-second 0-62mph time. You can also hear that eight-cylinder engine better than before in the cabin, thanks to the removal of 8kg of soundproofing.
3. BMW M5 Touring
- Prices from £113,405
- Quickest 0-62mph time of 3.6 seconds
The BMW M5 Touring is one of the most exciting fast estate cars you can buy today. It combines blistering performance with real-world practicality, thanks to its 717bhp twin-turbo V8 hybrid engine. With 0 to 62mph in just 3.6 seconds, it keeps pace with some serious sports cars, while the hybrid powertrain adds smooth, instant electric torque that makes acceleration feel effortless.
But this is no one-trick pony. The M5 Touring is surprisingly agile for a car of its size, with sharp cornering that belies its hefty weight. BMW’s suspension set-up strikes the perfect balance between performance and comfort, so you can enjoy a comfortable ride on longer trips without sacrificing the driving thrill. Despite the car’s performance focus, the cabin is refreshingly quiet too, even at high speeds, adding a level of refinement that makes it just as comfortable for relaxed cruising as it is for spirited driving.
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