Audi A4 Allroad

Overview: Is the Audi A4 Allroad a Good Wagon?

The Audi A4 Allroad applies rugged styling and light off-road enhancements to the brand's compact wagon formula. Offered exclusively as a lifted five-door, the A4 Allroad seats five passengers with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine routing power through a dual-clutch automatic transmission to Audi's Quattro all-wheel drive system. Generous standard features, even on the base Premium trim, make it a compelling alternative to luxury SUVs. At the same time, an adjustable suspension with increased ground clearance enables limited off-pavement exploring capability. Audi crossover SUVs include the Q3, Q4, Q5, Q7, and Q8 and the all-electric Q4 e-tron and Q8 e-tron.

The Audi Allroad originally began as an A6-based wagon variant, but in 2013, the automaker launched an Allroad with A4 underpinnings. Audi introduced a second-generation A4 Allroad for the 2017 model year, which is the focus of this overview. Audi previously sold an A4 Avant in the U.S. (Avant is the company’s term for wagon or station wagon).

Note: Equipment, features, and trims can vary by model year. Always confirm these details when looking for used Audi A4 Allroad cars for sale.

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Key Features

The Audi A4 Allroad offers:

• Five-door compact wagon body style
• 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine
• Seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission
• Quattro all wheel drive
• Audi drive select

Trims

The A4 Allroad starts with the Premium trim and climbs to Premium Plus and Prestige grades. The related Audi A4 sedan is a more pavement-focused option, while the larger A6 Allroad wagon delivers expanded interior space.

Comfort, Technology & Cargo

The Audi A4 Allroad offers a comfortable ride for passengers in both rows. Standard amenities include leather seating surfaces with heated front seats, three-zone automatic climate control, a panoramic sunroof, and a 10.1-inch MMI infotainment display with navigation. With the rear seats folded, there’s up to 58.5 cubic feet of A4 Allroad cargo space—less than that of the Subaru Outback and the Volvo V60 Cross Country.

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How It Drives

The 261-horsepower turbo engine provides ample acceleration, while the dual-clutch automatic transmission snaps through seven gears quickly. Handling is responsive with good body control, courtesy of the five-link suspension, while the taller ride height compared to an A4 sedan instills more confidence on dirt roads. Selectable driving modes optimize performance for different road conditions.

Safety

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has yet to evaluate the Audi A4 Allroad.

Reviews

According to Audi A4 Allroad reviews on Kelley Blue Book, owners give this wagon an average 4.0 out of 5 rating. Quality, comfort, and styling are among the A4 Allroad’s highest-ranked traits.

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FAQs

Is the Audi A3 or Audi A4 better?

The compact Audi A3 sedan is smaller than the A4 Allroad wagon, with less horsepower and cargo room. However, the A4 Allroad is superior for light off-road use or greater passenger space. The Audi A6 is larger than the A4.

Is the Audi A4 Allroad discontinued?

No. The A4 Allroad remains part of Audi's latest lineup in North America. The larger Audi A6 Allroad is also available.

Is Audi Allroad the same as Quattro?

Essentially, yes. Like almost all Audi models, every A4 Allroad has the brand's Quattro all-wheel drive system as standard to optimize traction in all conditions. The same applies to the A6 Allroad.

Is the Audi S4 faster than the Audi A4?

Yes, the performance-oriented Audi S4 sedan utilizes a more powerful turbocharged V6, enabling quicker acceleration than the A4 sedan or A4 Allroad wagon with their four-cylinder engines. Various other upgrades sharpen the Audi S4's reflexes over the Allroad as well. Buyers wanting a more performance-oriented wagon will want to consider the Audi RS6 Avant.

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