The 2012 Detroit Motor Show marks the return of Audi’s Allroad series to the U.S. market for the first time since 2005. Only this time it’s the A4 Allroad instead of the A6 Allroad. In addition, Audi said the A4 Allroad would replace the A4 Avant (upon which it is based) in America starting from the 2013 model year.
On the outside, the single frame grille with chromed vertical struts, stainless steel side sills and skid plates, along with the aluminum-optic roof rails distinguish the crossover model from its facelifted A4 Avant sibling.
Other special features include the matte finished lower bumpers and wheel arches (a full paint finish is optional) and the standard 18-inch or optional 19-inch wheels.
The new Allroad is 185.9 inches (4.722 mm) long and has a wheelbase of 110.4 inches (2.804 mm), providing ample room for its occupants and their luggage (27 cubic feet with the rear seats in place, up to 50 when folded).
Compared to the A4 Avant, it’s 0.6 inches wider and 2.3 inches taller with 1.5 inches greater ground clearance.
Audi’s crossover is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine with 211HP and 258 lb-ft (349 Nm) of torque. The standard eight-speed automatic gearbox transfers torque to all four wheels via Audi’s quattro AWD system.
Standard features includes 8-way electrically adjustable seats and a Panorama sunroof, while customers can also specify heated front seats (with memory on the driver’s) and a 505 watt Bang & Olufsen audio system and choose between three wood inlays.
A sports package with 12-way electrically adjustable sport front seats and a three-spoke steering wheel with gearbox shift paddles is also available as an option, along with systems such as adaptive cruise control and factory-installed wireless internet for real-time information about weather, traffic and news.
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