The Same Philosophy as the A6 allroad quattro

This model significantly enhances off-road capability by equipping the A4 Avant, described as the most beautiful among D-segment wagons, with Audi's renowned full-time 4WD and ride height adjustment system. While the A6-based model is already in its second generation, it has now been newly added to the A4 series, one class below.

Compared to the A4 Avant, the overall height is 60mm greater, and the fenders are more pronounced, making the car 15mm wider. The ground clearance, directly contributing to off-road performance, is secured at 180mm. The wheelbase is the same, but the track has been widened by 33mm at the front and 39mm at the rear, to 1583mm and 1574mm respectively, compared to the A4 Avant.

Another key feature is the enhanced SUV-like image, achieved through the adoption of a dedicated bumper with an underguard, exuding an outdoor aesthetic.

Official Debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March

All engines are direct-injection. The gasoline 2.0-liter inline-4 turbo "TFSI" (211ps maximum output, 35.7kgm maximum torque) achieves 0-100km/h in 6.9 seconds and a top speed of 230km/h. Furthermore, it marks an impressive European combined fuel economy of 12.3km/ℓ.

The diesel 2.0-liter inline-4 turbo "TDI" (170ps maximum output, 35.7kgm maximum torque) achieves 0-100km/h in 8.9 seconds, a top speed of 213km/h, and a European combined fuel economy of 15.6km/ℓ. The 3.0-liter V6 turbo "TDI," boasting 240ps maximum output and 51kgm maximum torque, reportedly records 0-100km/h in 6.4 seconds, a top speed of 236km/h, and a European combined fuel economy of 14.1km/ℓ.

The drivetrain employs Audi's renowned "quattro" 4WD system. The front-to-rear torque distribution can be varied between 65:35 and 15:85 depending on driving conditions (the basic split is 40:60).

The official announcement of the A4 allroad quattro is scheduled for the Geneva Motor Show in March, with sales in Europe expected to begin around June.


BRAND HISTORY
The Audi emblem is the "Four Rings." As you may know, each ring represents one of the automotive manufacturers: Audi, DKW (Dampf-Kraft-Wagen), Horch, and Wanderer. All were based in Saxony and were leading brands in the German automotive industry at the beginning of the 20th century. However, the four companies, hit hard by the Great Depression following World War I, formed Auto Union in 1932 to survive. DKW specialized in motorcycles and small cars, Wanderer in mid-size cars, Audi in premium mid-size cars, and Horch in luxury cars.

However, after World War II, Saxony in East Germany fell under Soviet occupation, and Auto Union ceased to exist. Anticipating this, the new Auto Union was established in Ingolstadt, Bavaria, in West Germany. Unlike BMW and Mercedes-Benz, Auto Union faced a difficult start without existing factories, but gradually gained strength through the production of vehicles like the DKW delivery van.

Acquired by Volkswagen at the end of 1964, Auto Union soon introduced new models bearing the Audi name. In 1969, it merged with NSU (known for developing the Wankel engine), based in Neckarsulm, becoming Audi NSU Auto Union, and from 1985 onwards, it has continued as Audi to the present day. Audi's popularity is driven by its technology, including quattro, dynamic performance backed by motorsport activities, elegant design, and high-quality finishes.