What's the news?
Grab your magnifying glasses everyone, as Audi has given the A6 and the A7 a very, very slight update.
At the front, so we are told: "the new front apron, and struts in high-gloss black that divide the lateral ventilation grilles horizontally." We think that means there's a new front bumper, and there's another incorporating an aerodynamic diffuser at the back, too.
For S line models the radiator surround will now be in satin black, with the grille slats in chrome. For versions with adaptive cruise control, the front foglights will get chrome rings.
There are two new paint options - 'Matador Red' and 'Gotland Green' - while the A6 allroad quattro gets an exclusive colour all of its own - 'Java Brown.'
There are new LED lights for the interior and boot, as well as new silver aluminium inlays for the dash (which can optionally be finished in bronze for the allroad model), as well as a new fine-grain birch wood option.
On the infotainment front, there is now Apple CarPlay and Android Auto lurking in the MMI system, while the Audi Phone Box now includes wireless inductive charging. There are also optional Audi tablets, which can clip into the seatbacks to entertain those in the rear, and can be clipped out and used away from the car too.
There's also a new optional 'Advanced' package for the A6 allroad quattro, which includes 'Soho Brown' paint, new colours for the protective panels, 20-inch wheels and a sports differential for the quattro all-wheel drive system. Inside, you get sports seats with Valcona leather, birch inlays and velour mats.
Irish prices have now been announced and you can order your new A6 or A7 now, with the first deliveries starting in July. A6 prices will now start from €45,350 on the road, with a PCP plan starting at €419 a month. The A6 allroad starts at €65,350 while the A7 starts at €66,950 with a PCP starting point of €699 a month.
Christian Gussen, Managing Director of Audi Ireland, said the new Audi A6 and A7 designs and equipment packages: "emphasise the cars' sophistication and exclusivity.
"The Audi A6 and A7 are dynamic models that combine power and agility with technology and luxury. By giving the customer more ways to customise their Audi, we give them the ability to create a car that suits their driving needs and preferences, while consistently providing the brand's trademark allure, reliability and innovation. These new model designs and equipment packages are further testament to Audi's commitment to excellence in engineering and technology."