If this is what Mansory considers subtle, we’d hate to see what it calls outrageous.
The Lamborghini Urus has spent years dominating the super-SUV segment, becoming the brand’s best-selling model and proving that buyers can’t get enough of a 5,000-pound vehicle capable of embarrassing sports cars. Now the plug-in hybrid Urus SE has landed in the hands of Mansory, the German tuner renowned for turning already attention-grabbing exotics into rolling exercises in visual excess. Surprisingly, Mansory describes its latest creation as a “soft kit.” Relative to the company’s usual standards, perhaps that’s true. Relative to reality, not so much.
One glance at the front end confirms that this is no ordinary Urus SE. The standard Lamborghini fascia has been reworked with an aggressive new splitter, additional aerodynamic winglets sprouting from both sides of the bumper, and fresh carbon-fiber detailing surrounding the SUV’s cavernous air intakes. The result is a front end that looks ready to inhale smaller crossovers whole.
The visual drama continues along the flanks. Dominating the profile are enormous 24-inch wheels, available in seven different designs. The example shown by Mansory pairs black spokes with vivid green accents, creating a look that somehow manages to be both tasteful and completely impossible to ignore. Aggressive side skirts, bespoke mirror caps, and prominent carbon-fiber trim on the C-pillars complete the transformation.
Around back, subtlety remains absent. A massive roof-mounted spoiler crowns the tailgate, joined by an additional lip spoiler and a redesigned rear diffuser. New quad tailpipe surrounds finish off a rear-end treatment that ensures nobody will mistake this SUV for something factory-built.
As dramatic as the styling changes are, Mansory wasn’t content to stop with appearance upgrades. The Urus SE’s hybrid powertrain already delivers formidable numbers from the factory, combining a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 with an electric motor for a total of 800 horsepower and 701 pound-feet of torque. For most manufacturers, those figures would represent the absolute limit of sanity.
For Mansory, they merely represent a starting point.
Through a series of engine and software modifications, the tuner has pushed output to a staggering 1,100 horsepower and 922 pound-feet of torque. Those numbers place the Urus SE firmly in hypercar territory despite its SUV body style, transforming Lamborghini’s family-hauler into something capable of delivering acceleration figures that would have seemed absurd just a few years ago.
No, nobody actually needs 1,100 horsepower in a luxury SUV. Then again, nobody really needs a Lamborghini SUV in the first place. The entire appeal of the Urus has always been rooted in excess, and Mansory’s latest project simply doubles down on that philosophy. The styling is louder, the wheels are bigger, and the power output has climbed to levels normally reserved for seven-figure hypercars.
Mansory may call it a soft kit, but the numbers—and the appearance—tell a very different story.
For years, the Audi A6 Allroad occupied a curious niche—a wagon for buyers who wanted SUV capability without the visual bulk or driving compromises that often come with it. Now Audi has doubled down on that formula. The all-new 2026 A6 Allroad Quattro arrives with a dramatically wider stance, RS6-inspired bodywork, and, for the first time, a plug-in hybrid powertrain that promises nearly 60 miles of electric driving.
In a market obsessed with crossovers, Audi’s latest Allroad feels like a statement: maybe you don’t need an SUV after all.
RS6 Looks Without the RS6 Price Tag
The biggest visual change is impossible to miss. Audi has given the new Allroad the kind of muscular wide-body treatment that was once reserved exclusively for the fire-breathing RS6. The result is a wagon that looks considerably more planted and purposeful than the standard A6 Avant.
The widened fenders are paired with Allroad-specific rugged touches rather than outright performance cues. Up front, a honeycomb grille and gloss-black trim surround the air intakes, while discreet protective cladding runs along the lower body. At the rear, a diffuser-style bumper treatment and faux air outlets reinforce the tougher aesthetic.
For buyers who prefer elegance over contrast-heavy styling, Audi will also offer many of these exterior elements in matte silver chrome, accompanied by aluminum roof rails and bright-finished exhaust outlets.
The numbers tell the story. At 78.2 inches wide, the new Allroad is a substantial 4.4 inches wider than the standard A6 Avant and 3.3 inches broader than its predecessor. It looks every bit as substantial as many midsize luxury SUVs while sitting much lower to the ground.
More Than a Lifted Wagon
Audi is eager to emphasize that the Allroad isn’t simply an A6 Avant with taller springs. Beneath the bodywork sits a comprehensively reworked chassis designed specifically for the model’s dual-purpose mission.
Ride height starts 1.3 inches higher than a standard A6 Avant, and the available adaptive air suspension can vary ride height by up to 2.2 inches depending on conditions. Select Offroad mode and the suspension raises itself an additional 0.6 inch. Engage Lift mode, and it climbs another 0.8 inch to help clear rough terrain.
The system is equally concerned with on-road performance. Dynamic mode drops the body by 0.8 inch to improve stability and sharpen responses, while at speeds above 75 mph the car automatically lowers itself to reduce aerodynamic drag and improve efficiency.
Audi has also equipped the new Allroad with all-wheel steering. At low speeds, the rear wheels turn opposite the fronts by as much as five degrees, effectively shortening the wheelbase and reducing the turning circle by nearly three feet. At highway speeds, the rear wheels steer in the same direction as the fronts for improved stability and smoother lane changes.
In theory, that should make the large wagon feel noticeably smaller around town while remaining composed during long-distance cruising.
Plug-In Hybrid Joins the Family
The biggest mechanical news sits under the hood.
For the first time in the Allroad’s history, Audi is offering a plug-in hybrid variant. The new e-hybrid combines a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with an electric motor for a total system output of 367 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque.
Power is supplied by a substantial 25.9-kWh battery pack, which Audi says can deliver up to 95 kilometers (59 miles) of electric-only range under the WLTP test cycle. Charging is relatively painless as well, with an 11-kW onboard charger capable of replenishing the battery in roughly two and a half hours.
Traditionalists—and frequent long-distance drivers—can still opt for Audi’s familiar 3.0-liter V-6 turbodiesel. Equipped with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system, the diesel produces 299 horsepower and 428 pound-feet of torque, while the electrical system can contribute an additional 24 horsepower when needed.
Both powertrains send power through Audi’s standard Quattro all-wheel-drive system and both reach a governed top speed of 155 mph.
The diesel remains the performance champion, sprinting from zero to 62 mph in 5.4 seconds, narrowly edging the plug-in hybrid. It’s also the more capable tow vehicle, rated to pull up to 5500 pounds compared with the hybrid’s 4400-pound limit.
A Rolling Technology Showcase
Inside, the A6 Allroad adopts the same digital-heavy cabin introduced in the latest A6 sedan and Avant.
A curved dashboard houses an 11.9-inch digital instrument cluster alongside a 14.5-inch central touchscreen, while buyers can add a dedicated 10.9-inch display for the front passenger.
The technology extends beyond the cabin. Audi’s Digital Matrix LED headlights can project lane guidance and hazard warnings directly onto the road ahead, including alerts for slippery conditions. At the rear, second-generation OLED taillights can display warning graphics to following drivers.
Luxury buyers will find little missing from the options list. Four-zone climate control, acoustic side glass, a panoramic roof with variable shading, ventilated and massaging seats, and a sophisticated air-quality package are all available. Sustainable materials also play a larger role, including recycled-fiber trim options and linen-inspired interior surfaces.
Still a Wagon at Heart
Despite all the technology and electrification, practicality remains central to the Allroad formula.
The diesel version offers between 466 and 1,497 liters of cargo capacity, while the plug-in hybrid sacrifices some luggage room to accommodate its battery pack, providing between 404 and 1,423 liters.
Those figures still comfortably eclipse many luxury sedans and remain competitive with midsize premium SUVs.
That’s ultimately the appeal of the A6 Allroad. It delivers SUV-like versatility, genuine all-weather capability, and a commanding driving position without abandoning the dynamics, efficiency, and visual elegance that make wagons so appealing.
The Wagon Strikes Back
Audi’s timing couldn’t be more interesting. While much of the industry continues to chase crossover sales, the new A6 Allroad feels like a reminder that wagons remain one of the smartest automotive solutions ever created.
With RS6-inspired styling, sophisticated air suspension, available electrification, and enough cargo space to rival many SUVs, the latest Allroad may be the strongest argument yet against buying a crossover.
Orders open across Europe on June 18, with deliveries scheduled to begin this fall. Pricing in Germany starts at €77,250 for the V-6 TDI and €80,250 for the new plug-in hybrid.
And for buyers who still believe the perfect family vehicle should be low, long, and capable of tackling a mountain road on the way to a ski resort, Audi has built exactly that.
For decades, the BMW M3 has been the benchmark sports sedan—the car that somehow managed to blend everyday usability with racetrack credibility better than almost anything else on four wheels. Soon, however, the M3 will enter uncharted territory. And if BMW’s latest concept is any indication, the future won’t arrive quietly.
Unveiled during the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the BMW M Concept Neue Klasse isn’t officially called an M3. BMW describes it as “the announcement of a new design language for high-performance cars from the BMW M division,” but the message is unmistakable. This is the clearest preview yet of the all-electric performance sedan widely expected to arrive as the i3 M—or, depending on BMW’s final naming strategy, the electric M3.
Either way, Munich’s most famous sports sedan is preparing for a dramatic transformation.
An M Car for the Electric Age
Park the concept next to an E30 M3 and the connection becomes obvious. The proportions, the stance, and the intent all point toward the same destination, even if the car wears an electric identity that some traditionalists may never fully embrace.
The M Concept Neue Klasse evolves the shape first introduced by last year’s Vision Driving Experience concept, but this version looks significantly closer to production reality. The familiar Neue Klasse sedan silhouette remains intact, yet nearly every surface has been sharpened and exaggerated by BMW’s M division.
The front and rear fascias feature aggressively sculpted openings inspired by high-speed multihull racing yachts. Cube-shaped LED elements, known internally as “track lights,” replace conventional lighting signatures. Flared fenders dramatically widen the car’s footprint, while a prominent ducktail spoiler finishes the rear with unmistakable motorsport intent.
Finished in Monza Red metallic, the concept combines visual drama with lightweight materials. Natural-fiber components appear throughout the splitter, diffuser, hood vent, roof, and side aerodynamic elements. M Yellow lighting accents further reinforce the racing connection, while aerodynamically optimized mirrors and center-lock wheels complete the competition-inspired look.
The stance tells its own story. A wider track, lowered suspension, and noticeable negative camber suggest that BMW’s engineers are still obsessed with handling—even if the soundtrack now comes from electric motors rather than a straight-six.
Race-Car Interior, Road-Car Technology
Inside, the M Concept Neue Klasse shares much of its architecture with BMW’s upcoming Neue Klasse models. The panoramic iDrive display stretches across the base of the windshield, while the minimalist dashboard layout reflects BMW’s next-generation design philosophy.
Everything else screams M.
Four deeply sculpted bucket seats trimmed in Merino leather feature integrated five-point harnesses. Structural components made from natural fibers remain visible throughout the cabin, emphasizing weight reduction and rigidity. A Nubuck-trimmed roll cage extends through the interior, matching the steering wheel and door panels.
The dashboard is wrapped in a black illuminated woven material, while red accents and bespoke controls distinguish the concept from its more mainstream Neue Klasse siblings. It feels less like a luxury sedan and more like a road-going touring car that somehow retained a license plate.
Four Motors, Four Digits of Horsepower
The real story lies underneath.
Power comes from BMW’s new four-motor M eDrive system, developed specifically for future high-performance electric M models and built upon the sixth-generation Neue Klasse architecture.
BMW isn’t revealing official output figures yet, but reports suggest the production car could generate anywhere between 710 and 1,014 horsepower. If accurate, even the least powerful version would comfortably eclipse today’s M3 Competition, while the upper end would place it firmly in supercar territory.
The concept’s reported torque figure—17,990 Nm—sounds almost absurd, though as with many EV concepts, that number likely represents wheel torque rather than a conventional engine-output measurement.
More important than the raw numbers is how BMW intends to deploy them.
The company says power management is handled by its new M Dynamic Performance Control system, operating through what BMW calls the “Heart of Joy” central computing platform. The setup continuously controls power delivery and braking at each individual wheel, promising unprecedented levels of agility, precision, and responsiveness.
In other words, BMW isn’t merely trying to build a fast electric sedan. It’s trying to build an electric M car that still behaves like an M car.
Bigger Battery, Faster Charging
Supporting all that performance is BMW’s new 800-volt electrical architecture and a battery pack exceeding 100 kWh in capacity.
The battery utilizes sixth-generation cylindrical cells developed specifically for M applications, allowing higher power delivery, improved thermal management, faster charging speeds, and greater driving range. BMW has also integrated the battery structure directly into the vehicle’s chassis, increasing rigidity and contributing to sharper handling characteristics.
It’s a familiar strategy among modern EVs, but one that becomes particularly important when attempting to make a heavy electric sedan feel as precise as a traditional sports car.
The End of the M3? Not Quite
Perhaps the most interesting aspect of BMW’s strategy is that the electric M3 won’t replace the gasoline version—at least not immediately.
Industry reports indicate BMW is simultaneously developing a next-generation combustion-powered M3 featuring a mild-hybrid inline-six engine. That car is expected to adopt Neue Klasse-inspired styling and technology while continuing to serve buyers who aren’t ready to leave internal combustion behind.
For the first time in the M3’s history, enthusiasts may soon have a choice between two fundamentally different interpretations of the same icon: one powered by a turbocharged straight-six and the other by four electric motors.
It’s a fascinating moment for BMW M. The company isn’t abandoning its past, but it’s clearly preparing for a future where performance is measured as much in software and electrical architecture as it is in displacement and boost pressure.
Whether enthusiasts ultimately accept the electric version as a true M3 remains to be seen. But based on what BMW showed at Le Mans, one thing is already clear: the most technologically ambitious M car ever built is getting ready to hit the road.
