2009
quattro permanent
all-wheel drive and increased ground clearance
Sporty character
and innovative high-end technology
2009
Permanenter Allradantrieb quattro und erhöhte
Bodenfreiheit
Sportlicher Charakter und innovative
Highend-Technologie
ZUR DEUTSCHEN VERSION
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The Audi A4 allroad quattro: A Vehicle that knows
no Boundaries
Ingolstadt -
A vehicle that knows no boundaries: Audi is launching the A4 allroad quattro.
With its permanent all-wheel drive and increased ground clearance, the A4
can handle any road or trail; it also offers driving pleasure - even on unpaved
surfaces.
Naturally, the Audi A4 allroad quattro
features all the innovative technologies which impart to the A4 model line
its superiority: a range of powerful and highly energy-efficient engines,
Audi drive select (intelligent handling technology), the high-tech S tronic
transmission, and innovative communication and assistance systems. The vehicle
will be available in early summer at a basic price of 37,100 euros. The design
of the Audi A4 allroad quattro recalls the A4 Avant: crisp lines enclose
tastefully curved surfaces and the low roof line establishes a coupé-like
silhouette. Striking details re-interpret this model line's sporty elegance.
The moon-gray single-frame radiator grille bears vertical chrome strips;
an accentuated bumper and large air inlets underscore this vehicle's unique
identity. Chrome rings encircle the fog lights. And in the option featuring
xenon plus headlights, light-emitting diodes comprise the daytime running
lights and taillights. Underneath the front end and tail end, the A4 allroad
has a stainless-steel underbody guard. Viewed from the side, the vehicle
dazzles with flared wheel arches, angular sills (available with stainless-steel
insert strips), and large wheels - 17-inch wheels in 7-arm design are standard.
The roof is capped off by an offset rail with two high crosspieces. The width
of the A4 allroad quattro is emphasized by the rear bumper's distinctive
styling and the integrated horizontal reflectors. On the 2.0 TDI, the two
exhaust tailpipes appear side by side; on the 2.0 TFSI and 3.0 TDI, they
terminate to the left and to the right. |
Body and Luggage Compartment
The Audi A4 allroad quattro is a truly
expressive car. Its measurements include: 4.72 meters (15.49 ft) in length,
a wheelbase of 2.81 meters (9.22 ft), 1.84 meters (6.04 ft) in width, and
1.50 meters (4.92 ft) in height. It also features greater ground clearance
than the Audi A4 Avant: 180 millimeters (7.09 inches) when the Audi A4 allroad
quattro is unloaded. Audi has created a vehicle body consisting primarily
of high-strength and ultra-strong steel panels - which, in turn, reduce the
car's weight while enhancing its rigidity, vibrational comfort, and impact
safety. An array of precisely arranged metal sections protects passengers
in the event of an accident. In addition to the two front airbags, which
take into consideration the precise positions of the driver and front-seat
passenger, there are side air bags in the front and, optionally, in the rear
as well. Last but not least, a head-protection airbag system also stands
at the ready. The integral head-restraint system in the front diminishes
the risk of whiplash in the event of a rear-end collision. The luggage
compartment's base capacity is 490 liters (17.30 cubic feet). This can be
increased, however, to an impressive 1,430 liters (50.50 cubic feet) and
a length of 1.78 meters (5.84 feet) by folding down the split rear-bench
backrest, which optionally features a load-through hatch with removable ski
bag. The hatch is exactly one meter wide (3.28 feet). The luggage compartment
boasts an ingenious design which enhances its use and is lined with high-quality
carpet. Befitting its character, the A4 allroad quattro has a wealth of practical
flourishes: the luggage-compartment cover and the partition safety netting
are stored in separate compartments; a mere tap of the hand triggers the
cover to automatically retract upward. Additional standard equipment includes
fastening rings and bag hooks as well as a shelf on one side with an adjustable
net. Every Audi A4 allroad quattro also has a reversible loadliner, the underside
of which has been designed as a dirt-resistant tray. Optional equipment includes
a reversible mat, a 12-volt outlet, an electromechanical assembly for the
tailgate, and a load-securing set with a telescopic rod and strap retainer.
The load-securing set's two rails in the floor allow the luggage compartment
to be divided as required. |
Interior
Refined touches, uncompromising quality
and flawless functionality: the interior of the Audi A4 allroad quattro embodies
all the strengths for which Audi is renowned. The cockpit clearly serves
the driver. Among the control unit's highlights: the standard electromechanical
handbrake - which has replaced the lever on the center console with a button
- and the central on-board monitor. A color display complements the concert
or symphony sound system, or the MMI navigation system plus; the MMI's offset
control unit is housed in the center console. Customers can choose one of
several different trim materials: an exclusive allroad fabric, two types
of leather, or an Alcantara/leather combination. The fabric designs are available
in two colors and the leather trim in seven colors (two of which feature
sporty contrasting stitching). Standard inlays are micrometallic platinum;
options include aluminum trigon, natural fine-grain ash, laurel nutmeg, and
walnut brown. Carpeting is made of velour; the headlining is star silver,
linen beige, or black (optional). Many of the operating controls gleam thanks
to their standard aluminum look; the door sill trims bear special allroad
logos. As for seats, Audi offers a seat-heating system, electrical adjustability,
a sporty version with pronounced side sections, and climate-controlled comfort
seats. The latter not only can be heated, but also deliver relief on hot
days thanks to an integrated cooling unit with small fans. The long wheelbase
of the A4 allroad quattro ensures plenty of interior space - even on the
rear bench seat. |
The Engines
Audi will initially offer three different engines for the A4 allroad quattro:
a gasoline engine and two diesel engines. All three are turbocharged
direct-fuel-injection engines. They command respect due to excellent performance,
impressive pulling power, smooth running, and high fuel efficiency. The engines
are further bolstered by pioneering technologies arising from Audi's modular
efficiency expertise. For example, all three units boast a standard on-board
recuperation system, which converts mechanical energy into electrical energy
during deceleration. The 2-liter TFSI - voted "Engine of the Year" on four
consecutive occasions by an international panel of experts - incorporates
three high-end technologies: FSI direct gasoline injection, the turbocharger,
and the Audi valvelift system, which boosts pulling power by means of a variable
control system. Between 1,500 and 4,200 rpm, the four-cylinder engine delivers
350 Nm of torque to the crankshaft. Peak output is 155 kW (211 bhp). In addition,
the 2-liter TFSI propels the Audi A4 allroad quattro to 100 km/h (62.14 mph)
in just 6.9 seconds, and to a top speed of 230 km/h (142.92 mph). On average,
it consumes a mere 8.1 liters of fuel per 100 km (29.04 mpg). As for the
2.0 TDI, the successor to the most successful diesel engine ever, a common-rail
system providing injection pressure of 1,800 bar ensures excellent driving
refinement. The two-liter diesel engine delivers 350 Nm between 1,750 and
2.500 rpm. A respectable 125 kW (170 bhp) provides admirable output, yet
requires just 6.4 liters of fuel per 100 km (36.75 mpg). The Audi A4 allroad
quattro 2.0 TDI reaches 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 8.9 seconds and a top speed
of 213 km/h (132.35 mph). The very best of the three engines is the 3.0 TDI.
This V6 diesel produces 176 kW (240 bhp) and transmits 500 Nm of torque to
the crankshaft at 1,500 to 3,000 rpm. The 3.0 TDI in conjunction with S tronic
propels the Audi A4 allroad quattro to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 6.4 seconds,
and tops out at 236 km/h (146.64 mph). On average, the three-liter engine
sips only 7.1 liters of fuel per 100 km (33.13 mpg). Like the other two engines,
it already meets the EU's Euro 5 emission standard.
The Driveline
The 2.0 TDI transmits its power to a six-speed manual transmission. The 3.0
TDI and 2.0 TFSI feature the next generation of Audi's dynamic and very efficient
S tronic. This innovative dual-clutch transmission switches extremely smoothly
among its seven gears within a few hundredths of a second. S tronic also
excels thanks to its high efficiency ratio and a broad spread of the gear
ratios. The seven-speed S tronic has a fully automatic mode at the ready:
the driver can shift as required, if necessary via shift paddles on the steering
wheel. In the Audi A4 allroad quattro drivetrain, the differential is in
front of the clutch and immediately behind the engine. This technical stroke
of genius made it possible to reposition the front axle much closer to the
vehicle's front end, in turn allowing for a long wheelbase and an ideal
distribution of the axle loads. The benefits include steady straight-line
stability, superb ride comfort, and excellent driving dynamics. The Audi
A4 allroad quattro features quattro permanent all-wheel drive as standard
equipment. Its purely mechanical center differential favors the rear,
distributing power at a 40:60 ratio to the front and rear axle. If necessary,
the quattro permanent all-wheel drive can route up to 65 percent to the front
or as much as 85 percent toward the tail end. |
The Chassis
The width of the Audi A4 allroad quattro
lays the foundation for its driving dynamics. The car's track is 1,583 mm
(62.32 in.) at the front and 1,574 mm (61.97 in.) at the rear - some 20 mm
(0.79 in.) wider, respectively, than the A4 Avant. The body is higher on
account of a new chassis with longer springs, which - like the new shock
absorbers - combine sportiness with comfort. The standard, 17-inch lightweight
alloy wheels are fitted with 225/55 tires. At a diameter of 690 millimeters
(27.17 inches), even this standard configuration looks rather imposing. For
the time being, Audi is also offering 18-inch wheels. The chassis in the
A4 allroad quattro retains all the advantages which distinguish the A4 model
line. Steering is straightforward and responsive. A steering box beneath
the wheel conveys the driver's input directly to the wheels. The five-link
front suspension and the self-tracking trapezoidal-link rear suspension consist
largely of aluminum to reduce unsprung weight. 16-inch brakes with excellent
cooling behavior provide for rapid deceleration. It should come as no surprise
that the A4 allroad quattro offers sportiness, comfort, and stability - onroad
and offroad. After all, it is an A4. On rough terrain, the A4 allroad quattro
relies on a high-tech feature of its Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP):
the Offroad Detection (ORD) technology automatically identifies the type
of driving surface and adjusts the ESP's control parameters accordingly.
When the driver depresses the gas pedal, ESP increases propulsive power by
tolerating more wheel spin than otherwise. If necessary, it will override
for a time in the interests of safety. On paved roads, Audi drive select
further enhances the joys of driving. This control system automatically and
perfectly adapts the personality of the Audi A4 allroad quattro to the driver's
preferences. Audi drive select namely evaluates the engine's throttle response,
the Servotronic power steering, and S tronic's shift points in automatic
mode. The driver can freely switch among three different engine maps:
comfortable, standard, and sporty. And MMI navigation plus provides yet another
on-board control option, and is individually programmable. Audi drive select
can be paired with Audi dynamic steering. It consists of a superimposed gear
system, and varies the steering ratio as well as steering assistance in a
continuously variable manner. Audi drive select functions directly at low
speeds and indirectly at high speeds. At the vehicle's cornering limit, the
dynamic steering keeps the A4 allroad quattro on course via split-second
corrective actions - subsequently obviating extensive ESP intervention. |
Equipment Packages
The Audi A4 allroad quattro will be
available at dealerships early this summer at a basic price of 37,100 euros.
It is generously equipped with 17-inch lightweight alloy wheels, fog lights,
a headlight washer system, roof rails, a convenient luggage-compartment cover,
a reversible loadliner, an automatic climate-control system, an electromechanical
handbrake, and a sound system with CD player. Optional equipment also includes
a multitude of attractive features. The high-beam assistant automatically
switches between high beams and low beams. The two-part panoramic glass roof
with an electrically operated interior shade suffuses the interior with sunlight
and fresh air. And the electromechanical tailgate, the ingenious three-zone
climate-control system, the xenon plus headlights with LED daytime running
lights and LED reverse lights, and the climate-controlled comfort seats are
all luxurious options. If a customer so desires, they can take delivery of
an A4 allroad quattro with innovative assistance systems straight from the
luxury class. Audi lane assist helps the driver to remain in a given lane,
while Audi side assist makes it safer to change lanes. Adaptive cruise control
is a radar-assisted cruise-control system which detects vehicles ahead and
maintains the proper following distance by braking and accelerating on its
own. Should the rate of deceleration for some reason not suffice, the system
alerts the driver via one of two alarms based on the extent of danger. Audi
also offers top-notch multimedia options. The world-class MMI navigation
plus system belongs to Audi's cutting-edge generation of new high-tech devices.
It integrates a color display with three-dimensional maps, a DVD player,
a voice-activated unit facilitating whole-word commands, and a large hard
disk drive which stores data for navigation, music, and phoning. MMI navigation
plus can be rendered even more sophisticated by means of tuner modules which
enable digital TV/radio reception. Last but not least, a Bang & Olufsen
sound system indeed constitutes a luxurious extra: its 14 speakers delivering
505 watts create breathtaking surround sound.
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