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2016 Audi A6 Allroad: Will It Endure the Winter Challenges?

2016 Audi A6 Allroad Quattro Sport The confidently-looking and performing Audi A6 allroad has already been named as one of the most effective and flexible solutions against the challenging driving conditions. And this should not surprise anyone. Recently demonstrated, the special A6 model comes with world to conquer in mind. Let’s check out what it has to offer.

Improved design

Along with the well-known Audi appearance the A6 allroad offers four-level air suspension, full LED headlights that replace the bi-xenon standard lights, dynamic LED turn signals. The engineering team also geared the sweetie with distinctive 19-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels with titanium finish, heated folding mirrors and tons of additional exterior components.

2016 Audi A6 Allroad Quattro Sport

On the other hand, the interior the sports sedan is completely dominated by Valcona leather with full electric adjustment and luxurious Alcantara door inserts. Driver and passengers can also benefit from the Audi Music Interface, powered tailgate operation, Audi parking system and luxurious four-zone air conditioning.

Enhanced flexibility and stability

The adaptive air suspension is now standard feature in the A6 allroad and brings superior smoothness and enhanced flexibility in roads and some complex road situations. It also includes a choice of two selectable modes: dynamic and comfort that adjust the suspension so it reduces aerodynamic drag at speeds above 133km/h (74mph) by lowering the body with 15mm. And when required, the system can lift the body with 10mm.

Also, the driver can easily monitor the impressive 20 degrees slope angle and 17 degrees ramp angle capability by the tilt angle display at the central MMI screen. The Hill Hold Assist and Hill Descent Control are now also part of the standard equipment.

Safety improvements

Matrix LED headlights are now available as an optional equipment. These lights are known to dramatically increase the range and spread of illuminated area. There are 64 projectors that maintain a constant high beam function without dazzling pedestrians and other drivers.

2016 Audi A6 Allroad Quattro Sport

There is also a special head-up display that grants the driver with vital information about the road conditions, offers navigation function and can detect people and large animals in advance by using thermal imaging.

The vehicle can also be optionally geared with mechanically operated tow bar and convenience pack that offer hard-wearing floor mats, through-load facility and luggage fixing kit.

Extended engine range

There is a choice of a total three EU6-compliant six-cylinder TDI power units. They offer respectively 218hp (160kW) and 272hp (200kW) models paired to a seven-speed S tronic twin-clutch gearbox and a 320hp (235kW) and 650Nm of power output beast, mated to a eight-speed tiptronic transmission.

Source: Audi

December 3, 2015

Audi A6 Avant Allroad

Welcome, to the Audi A6 Allroad. It’s like that beefy relative of yours that’s always around when a pickle jar needs to be opened. The one that also has a degree in geology… anyways. What we have here is a quattro Avant that comes with smart, stop/starting, thermo-efficient engines, a light body and a sturdy look.

There are four engine choices available – three diesels and a TFSI, all in the V6 category. That last one, the petrol, doesn’t make much sense. It’s 3.0-liter displacement accommodates 310PS and 440Nm of torque. It will get the A6 to 60 mph from a stand still in no more than 5.9 seconds and, supposedly, it will return around 31.7 mpg on the combined cycle. That sounds impressive by itself but when a 3.0-liter BiTDI engine is out there as an alternative, the choice is a no brainer really. “Bi” as in two turbochargers, this one has the same power output as the TFSI (313PS) and almost a third more torque – 650 Nm. 0 to 60 mph is done in 5.6 seconds and the economy amounts to 42.2mpg – better in every way really.

If it’s economy you’re after however, then the “standard” TDI is the engine for you – respectable power of 205PS and an economy figure of 46.3mpg with a CO2 output rate of 159 g/km – just bellow a taxation threshold in many countries. For those who won’t be comfortable even with that, there will always be a fourth option which is the mid-range TDI that has 40PS more than the base one and a healthy lump of torque that amounts to 580 Nm. The 60 mph run is done in 6.6 seconds and the cost of it won’t be much as the economy figures are the equally impressive 44.8 mpg.

Except for the BiTDI Allroads, a seven-speed S tronic dual-clutch transmission comes as standard. The BiTDI ones get the latest eight-speed tiptronic automatic transmission.

Regardless of what you might choose, know that power will always go trough Audi’s quattro all-wheel-drive that splits the incoming torque in a 40:60, front to back manner. Know also that, the engines will have the task to propel the lightest A6 generation so far – 70 kg less then the previous models.

To affirm itself as an Allroad, the A6 has to flare its wheel arches a bit. The side sills are kind of extended and there are front and rear stainless steel underbody guards that keep rocks out of the sump department.

It’s not all rough-and-tumble with the Allroad. Inside, there’s cleverness as well – a 6.5 inch display, sat nav, an electromechanical steering, Bluetooth and a drive selector that lets you choose how all the gizmos, as well as the adaptive suspension and the engine, work – Comfort, Dynamic, Automatic, Individual and Efficiency are the modes to chose from.

So, does it do better than the VW Passat Alltrack? As a bigger brother, it should so.

Source: Audi

April 4, 2012

2012 Audi A6 Allroad Quattro UK Price – £43 145 OTR

The lastest generation of Audi Allroad is even better than the previous model. It adds more brawn to complement its highly sophisticated electronic “brain” as the 3rd generation A6 Allroad Quattro.

The new model will hit the UK market next month as the prices start at £43 145 OTR for the entry-level model.

As we stated before, the 2012 Audi A6 Allroad Quattro is expected to have huge success.

The engine range includes one TFSI petrol engine and two TDI units. All of the has turbocharging and direct injection guaranteeing high efficiency and nice dynamics. Their fuel consumption has been reduced by as much as 20 per cent compared with the previous model.

The 3.0 liter TFSI delivers 310PS (228 kW) and 440 Nm (325 lb-ft) of torque. From 0 to 62mph in 5.9 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155mph) – electronically limited. Its combined economy figure is an impressive 31.7mpg.
There are two 3.0 liter TDI model – one with 204PS and one with 245PS with 450Nm and 580Nm, respectively. The entry-level version achieves a combined economy figure of 46.3mpg, corresponding to 159 g CO2/km. All three engines are paired with the seven-speed S tronic dual-clutch transmission.

Distinguishing allroad quattro features include extended side sills, more widely flared wings and vertical slats within the single-frame grille. Stainless steel guards protect the underbody at the front and rear of the car, and the exhaust system ends in two large, flattened tailpipes. The roof rails are mounted on double bars.

The wheel arches, bumpers and sills are painted in a contrasting colour, but can be body-coloured if the optional aluminium exterior package is specified. The colour Java Brown is available exclusively for the new A6 allroad quattro.
The luggage compartment has a capacity of 565 litres with seats up and whopping 1 680 litres with rear seats folded down.

The options list includes a head-up display, ambient lighting, and comfort seats seats with a ventilation and massage function. Additional highlights include four-zone automatic air conditioning, a panoramic glass roof and the advanced key, which enables access, start-up and locking without the need to remove the key from the driver’s pocket.

The HDD SAT NAV MMI features an 8” display. A Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System with 15 speakers can also be added for maximum listening pleasure.