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In
Depth: The New Audi A6 allroad quattro |
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Feb 28,
2006 |
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Introduction |
Design |
Interior |
Drivetrain |
Safety & Comfort |
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The very first generation of the allroad
quattro proved to be a great success for
Audi. Based on the A6 Avant, it has been
the big Audi for any road and season since
the year 2000. Now its successor is about
to be launched. The new A6 allroad quattro
is even more spacious, luxurious, striking
and versatile. And the allroad is true to
its name: it offers even more performance
and dynamic handling – both on-road and
off-road.
The Audi A6 allroad quattro is almost
unrivalled in its international
competitive environment: the concept is an
independent design from Audi. It is
closely related to the A6 Avant and as the
basic body is identical, offers virtually
the same impressive sporty performance.
But whereas the Avant driver comes to a
halt when the road comes to an end, the A6
allroad quattro ventures further. The A6
allroad quattro enhances the sporty Avant
concept with off-road features, thus
bridging the gap between sporty elegance
and remarkable versatility.
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The exterior design combines dynamic
styling with distinctive off-road
elements. Thanks to its length of 4.93
metres and wheelbase of 2.83 m, there is
room for five passengers to sit very
comfortably; they can bring along up to
1,660 litres of luggage. The load area
impresses with a variety of intelligent
stowage ideas. The body – made largely of
high-strength steels and aluminium – is
extremely rigid and crash-resistant.
The interior conveys an ambience of
elegant sportiness. In terms of ergonomic
comfort, the MMI operating concept is a
focal element. The electromechanical
parking brake also enhances comfort and
convenience. New colours, inlays and
fabrics lend a refined and luxurious
touch.
To power the vehicle, four
direct-injection engines are available,
two petrol and two diesel. The 3.2 FSI is
a V6, developing 188 kW (255 bhp); the 4.2
FSI is a V8 developing 257 kW (350 bhp).
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FSI technology increases the power and
efficiency of both power plants. Both
high-torque, cultivated diesels with
common rail injection are six-cylinder
engines with a displacement of 2.7 and 3.0
litres respectively. Key data here: 132 kW
(180 bhp) and 171 kW (233 bhp). Power is
transmitted by a six-speed manual
transmission or tiptronic, also with six
speeds. As standard, quattro permanent
four-wheel drive distributes power to all
four wheels.
The elaborate suspension, made primarily
of aluminium, provides the highest levels
of agility and safety on the road. The
standard adaptive air suspension offers
five modes for the body, including two
settings for off-road driving. Here the
ESP stabilisation program, which has been
further developed especially for the A6
allroad quattro, ensures additional
traction off the beaten track.
The Audi A6 allroad quattro offers a range
of equipment that does justice to its
premium character. Standard items, along
with the MMI basic operating system,
include deluxe automatic air conditioner
and 17-inch light-alloy wheels. Extras
available include the “adaptive light”
dynamic cornering light, the advanced key
keyless access system, and the parking
aid, Audi parking system advanced, which
employs a rear-view camera.
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