Following in the footsteps of the RS6 Sedan, Audi has revealed its updated A6 sedan. Audi’s entire A6 line will undergo an update for the 2009 model year, keeping the 5-Series rival fresh until the an all-new A6 arrives in 2011.

The facelift for 2009 focuses primarily on an update to the car’s lighting systems. The taillights have been redesigned with R8-inspired lenses, and a striking LED treatment that effectively cut through the haze of blowing snow.

The ‘09 facelift will consist of a slightly redesigned front bumper, new rectangular fog lamps and larger air-intakes left and right of the grille. The A6 will debut along side the RS6 sedan at October’s Paris Motor Show.

The new rear lights look significantly more modern than the outgoing tail-lamps. Changes to the front fascia are also in store, with a slightly revised grille and a new lower intake/fog lamp assembly providing a slightly new look.

In the back, the shape of the taillights will be modified for the sedan, and the layout of the lamps will be re-designed as well — incorporating a white stripe over almost the whole width of the units.

European engine choices will consist of six gasoline and four diesel powerplants. The gas engines will range from a 170 horsepower four-cylinder to a top 350 horsepower 4.2L V8. Audi’s new supercharged V6 will also be available.

The diesel mills will range in displacement from 2.0L to 3.0L.

Audi’s S-line package will be available on the new A6, and will feature 18 inch wheels and a sportier suspension that lowers the car’s ride height by 30mm.