Especially if you've owned an A6 allroad in the past, it's important to know that Audi's rugged wagon is now based on the smaller A4. In truth, the allroad is not designed for rock climbing, but it will transport its occupants safely through the unplowed passages of morning commutes and weekend ski resort jaunts.
Audi has boosted horsepower to 220 this year. Bluetooth audio streaming and Audi music interface, along with a driver information system, are now standard.
Audi's renowned 2-liter turbocharged inline-four powers all allroads, and is matched with an eight-speed automatic transmission that routes power to all four wheels via Quattro all-wheel drive. Fuel economy numbers are 20 mpg city and 27 mpg highway.
In base trim—which Audi calls Premium—the allroad is comes with standard amenities like a panoramic sunroof, leather upholstery, heated front seats and a 6.5-inch color screen with audio/climate/vehicle controls. Also included: a 10-speaker audio system, Bluetooth connectivity and an iPod interface.
Opting for option groups adds desirable extras, but they're pricey:
Other options include an impressive set of driver assistance and personalization technologies, including side-assist blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control.
The base Premium comes with almost everything a near-luxury buyer could want, and at an excellent price—it's our choice of the lineup.
