2023 Audi A4 allroad Wagon

　　

2023 Audi A4 Allroad Review

byJared GallCorrespondent

　　Jared Gall started his career in the auto industry in 2001 with an internship at Car and Driver. He has written and edited many thousands of car reviews, technological deep-dives, industry analyses, and personality profiles. He is a correspondent at zzdcar and still has the 1969 Chevrolet C20 he dragged out of his parents' barn and drove until Car and Driver started giving him cars to evaluate.

　　With crossovers and SUVs having vanquished wagons from the market, the few surviving long-roofs have evolved some adaptive camouflage. To transform the A4 Avant (Audi's word for station wagons) sold outside the U.S. into the Allroad, Audi increases the ground clearance by just over an inch and clads the rocker panels and wheelwells in plastic trim. It's a little bit of cosplay, but being an Audi, the A4 Allroad is not unattractive. And while we wouldn't recommend off-roading an Allroad anymore than we'd suggest climbing a mountain in an A4 sedan, maybe that increased ride height will help you see over the hood of that Honda CR-V in the adjacent lane at the supermarket exit.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2023 Audi A4 allroad Premium 4dr Wagon AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.78 per gallon for premium unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$181/mo  for A4 allroad Premium

　　A4 allroad Premium

　　Premium 4dr Wagon AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM) - $45,900 MSRPPremium Plus 4dr Wagon AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM) (Most Popular) - $50,500 MSRPPrestige 4dr Wagon AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM) - $55,800 MSRP

　　vs

　　$165/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Car

　　This feint toward SUV-dom does, however, preserve the dynamic goodness of the A4 sedan. The Allroad's lower center of gravity translates to more car-like driving manners than many crossovers can muster. Because it is, you know, a car. And you might describe this wagon's interior space and cargo volume as "crossover-like," as the critical dimensions are similar to the Q5's. That's the surprise of the few wagons left: The crossovers that have edged them out of the market don't offer much — if any — additional space. The A4 Allroad just packages it all in an increasingly rare form. For a full analysis of the Allroad, be sure to read our Expert Rating.

　　zzdcar Expert Rating

　　Our VerdictThe zzdcar Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.

　　Good

　　8.0

　　out of 10

　　zzdcar TESTED

　　Rated for you by America's best test team.

　　

Performance

7.0/10

　　How does the A4 allroad drive? The Allroad's turbocharged engine gets it moving with unexpected authority. In zzdcar' testing, our test car sprinted from 0 to 60 mph in a respectably quick 5.7 seconds. In less aggressive driving, however, the Allroad can seem a bit slow because the transmission can be slow to downshift when you need it to. The brakes are powerful, though, and make it easy to stop smoothly.

　　The A4 Allroad handles capably. Its tire grip limits are on the modest side, but the car has great composure. It also has a surprisingly tight turning circle. On winding roads, the Allroad isn't as buttoned-down as the standard A4 sedan, but it's easier to wield than an SUV.

　　

Comfort

8.5/10

　　How comfortable is the A4 allroad? Serene and comfortable, the Allroad is an ideal car for a long road trip. It rides smoothly over bumps, and wind and road noise on the highway is outstandingly low. Likewise, its front seats provide long-haul comfort with good overall support, though the fixed lower thigh portion is on the short side for taller passengers.

　　The standard three-zone climate control system is a nice touch. It provides plenty of coverage from vents, but with a prominent whoosh sound. The back seat has vents and temperature control. The Allroad has heated front seats with the option for ventilated front seats and heating for the rear seats and steering wheel.

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