The exterior presents a wagon, but confining the Allroad to any one category is being too simplistic. While the vehicle handles stunningly well, the electronically controlled air suspension enables ride height adjustments from 5.6 inches to 8.2 inches. The four-level pneumatic ride height shifts are controlled automatically (tied to vehicle speed) or via push-button control. (System checks and balances prevent constantly changing ride heights or incorrect manual ride height selection.) The 6-cylinder, turbocharged engine kicks out 250 horsepower. Engine mates to either 6-speed manual or 5-speed automatic with Tiptronic, allowing for manual upshifts/downshifts. Multiple times during a one week driving span, the transmission – while in automatic mode – acted like a manual in the wrong gear during non-heavy acceleration events immediately following cold weather starts.

Audi Allroad Quattro (the permanent all-wheel drive system, Quattro, is now in its fourth generation) fashions a very appealing interior. A highland green metallic exterior with fern green/desert grass interior sets the automaker apart from competitors in the style category. With a MSRP of $41,900, the car is loaded with standard equipment like retractable high-pressure headlight washers, electric-adjust side mirrors with defog, and three adjustable head rests for rear seat passengers. Optional packages (ranging from $800 to $1,750) spotlight items of interest. For instance, the guidance package includes an acoustic parking system (rear back-up object detection) that really helps in tight-spot parking situations. On the mileage count, the allroad (with 5-speed automatic transmission) garners 15 mpg city/21 highway estimates.
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