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Audi's most powerful models, the RS6 and RS7, both received updates in May. Both the RS6 Avant and RS7 Sportback employ Audi's 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8, capable of 412kW/700Nm.

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Along with the A6 facelift, Audi is also rolling out a minor cosmetic tweak to its sleek A7 liftback, bringing more efficient engine choices to the range.

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A fire-breathing S7 coupe will join Audi's A7 range, motivated by a new 4.0-litre V8 engine force-fed by twin turbochargers to develop 309kW and 550Nm. Despite the monstorous power and torque, consideration to the environment is ensured by the inclusion of cylinder deactivation technology, which enables the mighty mill to run on four cylinders while cruising.

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Filling the gap between A6 and A8, the A7 range will kick off with the Sportback as its most affordable iteration. It will feature lightweight aluminium chassis components and a choice of 3.0 TDI, 2.8 FSI and 3.0 TFSI engines with Quattro all-wheel drive. To come later are hot S7 and RS7 versions to compete with the likes of Porsche's Panamera and Aston Martin's Rapide.

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