I'm quite disappointed in the standard sports seats. We had a 2021 A6 Allroad with the upgraded seats. Those seats were far more comfortable than the sport seats in the RS6. Plus, in addition to the adjustable headrests (a standard item in cars since, hell, at least the 70s, right?), the upgraded seats are more adjustable with side bolsters on the seat and back. Not to mention power thigh extender that adjusts automatically like the other seat positions. Also, the upgraded seats have extended heat and cooling areas. There is massage functionality on both front seats. Lastly, the passenger seat has memory function, including easy entry where the seat goes back when entering and exiting the car. It's just really disappointing that the top of the A6 line, an RS car, has such stripped down seats. I've had the car for several months now and I still can't find a seat position that is comfortable. I'm so disappointed that I've half assed considered looking into swapping out the seats for the upgraded versions. I know without even looking into it that the cost would be ridiculous, assuming it's just a seat swap, which it won't be, since there would need to be coding changes, etc.
When I had ordered an RS6, the sales manager called me up and dissuaded me from choosing the upgraded seats! He argued that people would be looking for the diamond stitched and RS logo'd seats should I ever want to sell it. I blindly went along with his suggestions, too. Not realizing all that I'd be giving up seat-wise. The car I ended up getting wasn't the one I'd ordered, though. I found it on a lot back east. I'd gotten tired of waiting for the one I'd ordered as delay after delay after delay came from Audi. However, I specifically avoided cars that had the upgraded seats thanks to the sales manager's recommendation. Yes, I should've looked into it. Still, Audi should never have made this the default seat options.
One more data point, our 2019 RS5 has better seats than our 2022 RS6! Passenger side memory? Check. both seats w/massage (even though we never use it)? Check. Passenger seat seat and side bolster power adjustments? Check. Passenger side memory? Check. RS logo? Check. Diamond stitching? Check. The only things "missing" are power thigh support and ventilation. Oh, no headrest adjustability.
Apologies for the rant and pseudo thread highjack...anyone want to trade for RS6 front seats?
PS, don't get me wrong, I love just about everything else about the RS6. It's a fantastic vehicle. However, my enjoyment is a bit tarnished because of the seat situation...
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