A4/S4/RS4 New Audi A4 Allroad (Spy pics & info)

[Merc1]

Re: Works for me

Like which ones? All MB, Audi and BMW's AWD models(non SUV) have standard ground clearance.

Every 4Matic Mercedes and "Xi" BMW sit at least an inch higher than their standard rwd counterparts. I can spot a 4Matic Benz a mile away because of this. Audi is the only that doesn't sit any higher.

M

 

[Centurion]

Re: Works for me

The reason A6 allroad wasn't (isn't) very successful was partly because Audi demands too high a premium over the standard A6 car. If it were around 10-15% higher, it would be a much better seller, IMHO.

That's the problem. The car is overpriced. It starts at 44k and goes all the way to 62k for the 4.2 Quattro version. 62k is a whole lot of money for a raised station wagon, that dough will get you just about any SUV you like.

The car would be a whole lot more attractive if it wasn't priced like a SUV. I doubt that the resale value is any good either.

 

[Yperion]

Re: Works for me

Τhe Allroad was never a success in US (in fact the exact opposite) but in Europe sales are pretty good.

I agree about the price though.

 

[Foxfire]

Re: Works for me

Every 4Matic Mercedes and "Xi" BMW sit at least an inch higher than their standard rwd counterparts. I can spot a 4Matic Benz a mile away because of this. Audi is the only that doesn't sit any higher.

M

I think that's due to technical limitations with the current RWD platforms from BMW/MB, not an intentional thing. You cannot, for example, specify the M suspension when you choose a BMW xi or xd model. There are rumors that's supposed to change (at least in BMW's case) with the next generation where 4WD is more than an afterthought with their car platforms.

 

[Merc1]

Re: Works for me

I think that's due to technical limitations with the current RWD platforms from BMW/MB, not an intentional thing. You cannot, for example, specify the M suspension when you choose a BMW xi or xd model. There are rumors that's supposed to change (at least in BMW's case) with the next generation where 4WD is more than an afterthought with their car platforms.

This is likely true because the S550 4Matic doesn't visibly sit any higher than the regular RWD S550. The E 4Matics do though, older platform so this may be true. Just like with BMW and their Xi models and limitations on suspension options, you can't get 4Matic and ABC on a S-Class either.

M

 

[bmer]

18,5 cm in the highest setting and 12,5 cm in the lowest

How does this compare to the Allroad?

 

[Foxfire]

How does this compare to the Allroad?

I'm sorry, I was rash in responding... What I meant was that the ground clearance ranges between 12,5 cm and 18,5 cm for the Allroad, not the standard Avant, which has a standard ground clearance of 12 cm, if I recall correctly. Also, I'm not certain, but I think that regular versions of A6 don't feature the air suspension and hence cannot regulate their ground clearance. The more expensive A8 does, however.

 

[bmer]

I'm sorry, I was rash in responding... What I meant was that the ground clearance ranges between 12,5 cm and 18,5 cm for the Allroad, not the standard Avant, which has a standard ground clearance of 12 cm, if I recall correctly. Also, I'm not certain, but I think that regular versions of A6 don't feature the air suspension and hence cannot regulate their ground clearance. The more expensive A8 does, however.

You're right, I searched Audi's German site and found that the ground clearance ranges from 10,5 - 13,5 cm for the A6 Avant equipped with adaptive air suspension (which isn't standard(?)). Those allroad figures are correct too.

 

[PanterroR]

 

[Yperion]

Spy shots of a car which appeared to be an A4 Allroad test mule had surfaced last month , now AutoBild has more information which suggest that A4 Allroad has very good chances to see the green light for production.

Of course since Audi is debuting the Q5 crossover vehicle later this year , the A4 Allroad will probably not make it in US soil.

Read more details here...

Motor Authority Audi considers A4 Allroad quattro

 

[siko]

Spied again: 2009 Audi A4 Allroad

Spy photographers have spotted a mule for Audi's upcoming A4 Allroad while undergoing some cold weather test in Sweden. This 2008 A4 is fitted with matte-black wheel arches and an increased ride-height, both of which are key components of Audi's Allroad concept.

Despite this mule's sedan origins, the A4 Allroad will remain a wagon-only offering. Since the new A4 wagon has not yet been revealed, it appears Audi engineers decided to take a covert approach to testing by using this sedan. After the new A4 wagon makes its public debut, we expect to see A4 Allroad prototypes using the appropriate wagon body style.

The wheel arch extensions appear to be integrated into the surrounding design elements, showing an intentional flow from the front and rear bumpers into the newly applied flares. Similarly, a new side sill completes the design to give this test car quite a finished look.

Since its inception, the Audi Allroad has only existed as a spin-off to the A6 wagon. From the looks of this new prototype, it appears that an A4-based Allroad will join the lineup.

[Source LLN]

 

[Bartek S.]

 

[Bartek S.]

Preview: 2009 Audi A4 Allroad


The Audi Allroad, based on the mid-sized A6, is essentially a jacked up version of the standard wagon with protective plastic side cladding and a quattro AWD system. The car is designed for those individuals who want off-road capability but aren’t willing to upsize to full-on SUV. To expand its product portfolio, Audi plans to launch a new Allroad model based on the recently launched B8 A4.

New features the A4 Allroad could adopt include pneumatic air suspension, a dual-clutch transmission and a new 2.0L turbodiesel engine. Power levels would range from 143hp and 320Nm of torque to 170hp and 350Nm of torque. A range topper could also be launched with 204hp and 400Nm of torque available.
Test-mules of a jacked up A4 sporting some distinctive black plastic cladding over the wheel arches have been spotted in Sweden and now this latest rendering gives us a glimpse as to what the final production version will look like. Like the A6 Allroad, the new A4 version will be based on the Avant wagon model but features non-color coded bumpers and an aluminum undertray up front.
Audi is yet to confirm the Allroad’s existence but considering the A4 Avant will be launched next month, and Allroad prototypes have already been spotted, we should see the new model sometime before the end of the year.

http://www.motorauthority.com/news/crossovers/preview-2009-audi-a4-allroad/

 

[siko]

More spy pics from WCF...

 

[siko]

Pretty crappy looking rendering, also from WCF...

 

[Centurion]

Why test the suspension on the sedan?? Planning something special??

 

[Yperion]

Why test the suspension on the sedan?? Planning something special??

Because the Avant is not out yet so the sedan test mule gets less attention from spy photographers.

 

[Bartek S.]

Spy shots: 2009 Audi A4 Allroad

Like Volvo's XC line of cars, the Audi Allroad is a tall wagon with AWD and off-road capability. To date, however, the Allroad has only been available in a version based around the A6.

These latest spy photos show a new, A4-based Allroad in testing, confirming our news earlier this year that such a model was in the works.

Cues that tip this car as a definite Allroad vehicle include the wider fenders and taller ride height. The next changes expected in the development process are new bumpers with a more ruggedized look, new air intake housings, addition of foglights and other off-road specific design cues.


An A4 Avant Allroad would be the equivalent of the hatchback or fastback versions of those cars. On the other hand, the sedan body of this test car could be an artifact - testing began before the A4 Avant was finished, and so the final car may only be available in wagon form.

Other new features the A4 Allroad could adopt include a dual-clutch transmission and a new 2.0L turbodiesel engine. Power levels would range from 143hp (106kW) and 236lb-ft (320Nm) of torque to 170hp (126kW) and 258lb-ft (350Nm) of torque. A range topper could also be launched with 204hp (179kW) and 295lb-ft (400Nm) of torque available. The remainder of the engines would be the same as all A4 models, and all Allroads by nature feature quattro AWD.

Full article:motorauthority

 

[DaSilva]

That is some serious bodyroll in those shots..
It's not a sportscar I can see that even if the car has Audi Selective Drive

But why do I care, I don't like the A4

 

[Merc1]

This is about as pointless as cars come IMO. Allroads? For what? A jacked up A4 or A6 with extra body cladding is seriously out of date.

M