Thanks for coming out and reviewing my Allroad! I have owned the previous gen A6 based Allroad and this A4 based Allroad is such a nice car. Just wish the back seat was a little bigger. We got my wife an A6 sedan to replace this as our family car. Oh, and I feel honored to have 2 cars on the channel that pass the Big Friggin' Bottle test!
A year late, but I just saw this review. I’ve got a 13 and use it as a construction vehicle and it’s been dead reliable for me. It won’t haul lumber for me, but that’s what Rona delivery is for. It does hold my Milwaukee Packout no problem, and will tackle all kinds muddy and snowy, unplowed job sites. It’s also way cheaper and more comfortable than a half ton, the headlights are way better, my stuff stays dry and my tool batteries don’t freeze. I get teased by the boys when I first got it, but they all equally say how much they love my car and can’t believe it’s over 10 years old. Editing this 3 months later: you totally missed the mini tool box in the trunk, just ahead of the spare tire compartment. AND the inflate-a-flat also comes with an Audi 12v air compressor which is super handy for when you have bikes+bike racks too. The pano roof also has a huge power sunshade. The interior red lighting at night is super classy and easy on the eyes. And the upper trim levels have the MMi knob behind the shifter and volume knob is also moved next to it which is very intuitive.
Great review. Best one on UA-cam….i love my 13 allroad. It does everything I need. No problems with maintenance either. As long as you do regular maintenance like spark plugs, oil change, transmission and gearbox oil change….you will have a reliable car that does it all.
Own this car with an updated mmi and better overall tech package, but the rest is the same. Spot on review. Throw a roof box on this and you get tons of space without worrying about going into parking lots. With winter tires it can go anywhere even places other SUVs struggle. Definitely need to be on top of maintenance so it's better for mature owners who have extra cash to take care of it, but if you do you'll be rewarded. It'll be a sad day when I have to let it go.
We have a 2014 allroad and it has been a consistently reliable vehicle. My wife dailys a toyota highlander. Its a few years older than the allroad but has over 45k miles less. In repairs, we have spent more money on the toyota than the audi. Yeah thats right. The audi just hit 145k miles and the toyota has 98k. The allroad has been nearly flawless. The only thing that has broke has been the motor mounts. Its just basic maintanance with the audi. The downside, insurance is a more (than the toyota), premium fuel (or flexfuel), and the big one...i really wish there was more legroom in the back. Other than that, its been an awesome and very reliable ride!
Wow that is suprising and good to hear, I have a bunch of 2013/2014 allroads saved on the marketplace and the word of mouth online seems to be pretty good.
@@wilsonjevinI have a 2015 which I adore. Both front CV axles had to be replaced, which is semi common as the seals go bad at some mileage, but otherwise been absolutely problem free and perfect for whatever you think!
@@jacobyo99 that is true if you don't take care of it. The turbos isn't the worst problem because they are pretty easy to remove and you can get upgraded turbochargers for not much more than stock. Also I think there is an A6 platform allroad with the 4.2 aswell
I have this Audi 2013 in Silver...I concur with your review! I got my Allroad almost a year ago( had 40k miles) still looks a feels almost new! I love this car 7:07 pm
Thats looks identical to my own AR here int he UK. I have a 3.0 V6 TDI engine with a little tweak for 300bhp (which upsets hot hatch owners) with ash grey leather and sports pack (paddle shifters) .. I do wish I had that panoramic roof though. Great vid thanks for sharing.
My guess as to why there aren't really many of them: the original Allroad (i think it was an A6) was known to be pretty unreliable with its 2.7 tt V6 engine, so that reputation may have stuck in the minds of people and they avoided it because of that. Also, the Q3 and Q5 were more popular because they did pretty much the same things as the Allroad with better ground clearance and slightly less but negligible MPGs. Those were what everyone wanted.
These are still quite popular here, it bamboozels me that they never sold the diesel A4 allroad there. Whereas we get the A4 and A6 allroads in TDI format
This was Audi trying to have a bite of Subaru's lunch with this car being aimed squarely at the Outback. It's no wonder Subaru kept offering more upscale editions of their famous AWD wagon just to keep pace with the Allroad.
Thanks for the review. I found a 2013 Allroad with 47k on it and had it shipped from New York state to the Midwest to buy it via carmax. A few years ago I had my 2003 A4 Avant cruelly taken from me when a friggin' cell phoner rear ended me at full speed while I was waiting at a stop light, totalled it and traumatized my family and I! It was a 1.8T with a five speed stick, winter package with built in ski boot that came through the back seat fold down. That Avant was my favorite car ever and jet black just like the new (to me) Allroad is. As long as the Allroad checks out all right during testing I'll be back in the Audi saddle again.
My guy the EA888.1-3 is nicknamed the two point blow for a reason. EA888.4 & 888.5 are better but the first 3 generations are notoriously prone to failure
Love my allroad. I think we got more choice in engines here in the uk. Mines a 3.0 v6 tdi plus a mild tweak that tops 300bhp… and goes like stink plus 45mpg if you drive it sensible. Would have not have wanted that thirsty 2litre petrol lump with the prices of petrol in the uk. Also noticed the strange location of the mmi dials on your test model? The mmi controls are by the shifter on uk spec cars. Great review.
Different models and generations. The first A6 Allroad debuted way back in the 90's, the A4 not before 2008. There are Allroad versions of both the current A4 and A6 models, but they are probably not marketed in the US; that whole class of vehicle is quite narrowly marketed towards upper middle-class buyers in Europe, who do not need actual offroad capabililty, but who commonly drive on bumpy, narrow roads, gravel roads or snowy or leafy roads.
This looks pretty good. It could pass for a more modern car. Audis have a tendency to look like nice Volkswagens inside but this looks premium. Not quite Mercedes-Benz premium, more like Volvo premium. It's a shame Audis have a long reputation for being unreliable and expensive to fix. Wagons are always cool.
Spark plugs and coils and a pcv on ours with 90k. The dash says right turn signal is out but it isn’t, and the only way to skip the song is a weird knob toward passenger side of the car otherwise no complaints
Thanks for coming out and reviewing my Allroad! I have owned the previous gen A6 based Allroad and this A4 based Allroad is such a nice car. Just wish the back seat was a little bigger. We got my wife an A6 sedan to replace this as our family car. Oh, and I feel honored to have 2 cars on the channel that pass the Big Friggin' Bottle test!
A year late, but I just saw this review. I’ve got a 13 and use it as a construction vehicle and it’s been dead reliable for me. It won’t haul lumber for me, but that’s what Rona delivery is for. It does hold my Milwaukee Packout no problem, and will tackle all kinds muddy and snowy, unplowed job sites. It’s also way cheaper and more comfortable than a half ton, the headlights are way better, my stuff stays dry and my tool batteries don’t freeze. I get teased by the boys when I first got it, but they all equally say how much they love my car and can’t believe it’s over 10 years old.
Editing this 3 months later: you totally missed the mini tool box in the trunk, just ahead of the spare tire compartment. AND the inflate-a-flat also comes with an Audi 12v air compressor which is super handy for when you have bikes+bike racks too. The pano roof also has a huge power sunshade. The interior red lighting at night is super classy and easy on the eyes. And the upper trim levels have the MMi knob behind the shifter and volume knob is also moved next to it which is very intuitive.
Great review. Best one on UA-cam….i love my 13 allroad. It does everything I need. No problems with maintenance either. As long as you do regular maintenance like spark plugs, oil change, transmission and gearbox oil change….you will have a reliable car that does it all.
Own this car with an updated mmi and better overall tech package, but the rest is the same. Spot on review. Throw a roof box on this and you get tons of space without worrying about going into parking lots. With winter tires it can go anywhere even places other SUVs struggle. Definitely need to be on top of maintenance so it's better for mature owners who have extra cash to take care of it, but if you do you'll be rewarded. It'll be a sad day when I have to let it go.
just got one, how reliable is the car? any problems I should know of?
@@oskararmour351cv joints are the only issue for me. Rest just regular maintenance
@@oskararmour351just had to do the water pump. They are known to go being made of plastic.
We have a 2014 allroad and it has been a consistently reliable vehicle.
My wife dailys a toyota highlander. Its a few years older than the allroad but has over 45k miles less. In repairs, we have spent more money on the toyota than the audi. Yeah thats right.
The audi just hit 145k miles and the toyota has 98k.
The allroad has been nearly flawless. The only thing that has broke has been the motor mounts.
Its just basic maintanance with the audi.
The downside, insurance is a more (than the toyota), premium fuel (or flexfuel), and the big one...i really wish there was more legroom in the back.
Other than that, its been an awesome and very reliable ride!
Wow that is suprising and good to hear, I have a bunch of 2013/2014 allroads saved on the marketplace and the word of mouth online seems to be pretty good.
@@wilsonjevin I can vouch for them. Had mine about two and a half years. Pretty neat and practical little semi-rare car
I have a 2015, nothing but oil changed and brakes…most reliable car I have ever owned.
@@wilsonjevinI have a 2015 which I adore. Both front CV axles had to be replaced, which is semi common as the seals go bad at some mileage, but otherwise been absolutely problem free and perfect for whatever you think!
I liked the older A6 based Allroads with the air suspension but this is nice.
That is the worst car that Audi has ever made
@@jacobyo99bro absolutely not. You could get the glorious 2.7 in those
@@arierickson6137 the one that grenades itself and the turbos constantly breaking, yeah, sounds great
@@jacobyo99 that is true if you don't take care of it. The turbos isn't the worst problem because they are pretty easy to remove and you can get upgraded turbochargers for not much more than stock. Also I think there is an A6 platform allroad with the 4.2 aswell
I have this Audi 2013 in Silver...I concur with your review! I got my Allroad almost a year ago( had 40k miles) still looks a feels almost new! I love this car 7:07 pm
Thats looks identical to my own AR here int he UK. I have a 3.0 V6 TDI engine with a little tweak for 300bhp (which upsets hot hatch owners) with ash grey leather and sports pack (paddle shifters) .. I do wish I had that panoramic roof though. Great vid thanks for sharing.
I have a 2013 also. The lower dash looks quite a bit different though. Entertainment options are on the center console.
My guess as to why there aren't really many of them: the original Allroad (i think it was an A6) was known to be pretty unreliable with its 2.7 tt V6 engine, so that reputation may have stuck in the minds of people and they avoided it because of that. Also, the Q3 and Q5 were more popular because they did pretty much the same things as the Allroad with better ground clearance and slightly less but negligible MPGs. Those were what everyone wanted.
These are still quite popular here, it bamboozels me that they never sold the diesel A4 allroad there. Whereas we get the A4 and A6 allroads in TDI format
I’ve always been into sport coupes & sedans but, the older I get the more I love sportwagons!
This was Audi trying to have a bite of Subaru's lunch with this car being aimed squarely at the Outback. It's no wonder Subaru kept offering more upscale editions of their famous AWD wagon just to keep pace with the Allroad.
Thanks for the review. I found a 2013 Allroad with 47k on it and had it shipped from New York state to the Midwest to buy it via carmax. A few years ago I had my 2003 A4 Avant cruelly taken from me when a friggin' cell phoner rear ended me at full speed while I was waiting at a stop light, totalled it and traumatized my family and I! It was a 1.8T with a five speed stick, winter package with built in ski boot that came through the back seat fold down. That Avant was my favorite car ever and jet black just like the new (to me) Allroad is. As long as the Allroad checks out all right during testing I'll be back in the Audi saddle again.
This car has the basic Concert audio system so that is why the dial is not behind the shifter which you get with MMI/Navigation package.
Awesome video! I love wagons and currently own 3.. 2 Lexus sportcross and a Mini clubman with a 6 speed! I want to add an all road to the collection!
I recently bought a used 2014. Loving it, so far. Thanks for this video.
This is a luxury subaru crosstrek. That is not a bad thing.
So the Outback is a budget allroad.
The EA888 engine is a strong little work horse I’ve had many in VW & Audi products 0 complaints cool video💯
My guy the EA888.1-3 is nicknamed the two point blow for a reason. EA888.4 & 888.5 are better but the first 3 generations are notoriously prone to failure
@@Nathan_Jayive heard that gen 3 is alright, but 1st 2 arent. I didnt know there is 4th and 5th gen aswell
Got an E85 tune on mine and it fliessss
Question for Audi owners. is the 2.0 turbo 4cyl more reliable than the 3.2 v6.
Same question. Thinking of getting 4cyl
Can you find a yellow Defender to drive over this car?
😊😅😂
There was also Volkswagen’s Passat Alltrack
I agree the styling on Audi is timeless. Advant look on a budget nice overview on th Allroad!
Love my allroad. I think we got more choice in engines here in the uk. Mines a 3.0 v6 tdi plus a mild tweak that tops 300bhp… and goes like stink plus 45mpg if you drive it sensible. Would have not have wanted that thirsty 2litre petrol lump with the prices of petrol in the uk. Also noticed the strange location of the mmi dials on your test model? The mmi controls are by the shifter on uk spec cars. Great review.
Why are his entertainment buttons on the front I have a 13 allroad and mine are in the cutout by the shifter with the dial
sames with me (in Canada)
Probably no MMI?
i always thought the Allroad was based on the A6? was the first Allroad an A6? or were they always an A4?
Different models and generations. The first A6 Allroad debuted way back in the 90's, the A4 not before 2008. There are Allroad versions of both the current A4 and A6 models, but they are probably not marketed in the US; that whole class of vehicle is quite narrowly marketed towards upper middle-class buyers in Europe, who do not need actual offroad capabililty, but who commonly drive on bumpy, narrow roads, gravel roads or snowy or leafy roads.
Love the allroad series!!
This looks pretty good. It could pass for a more modern car. Audis have a tendency to look like nice Volkswagens inside but this looks premium. Not quite Mercedes-Benz premium, more like Volvo premium. It's a shame Audis have a long reputation for being unreliable and expensive to fix. Wagons are always cool.
That's pretty low hp for a 2.0t. That same year Cadillac was offering a 2.0t that had 272 hp.
I gave you the keys to that white A3 ;)
no mention of the ring issues that plagued these..
Hey try to see if you can drive a Acura ZDX
No AUX / USB ports ? What about PARTS .... hard to get ?? (2023)
Coilpacks are the same as a Nissan frontier the whole euro parts being hard to get or expensive is nonsense
I have one , best car in the world
Welcome bro
These look so good
Ten years later, what is the reliability of these guys now?
Spark plugs and coils and a pcv on ours with 90k. The dash says right turn signal is out but it isn’t, and the only way to skip the song is a weird knob toward passenger side of the car otherwise no complaints
Yeah I’m thinking of getting 2013 allroad 4-cylinder, turbo, 2.0 liter. Just wondering if they’re reliable.
My brother in law is a mechanic…he said pvc valve is what to watch. I have a 2015, no repairs yet, just oil changes and brakes.
Water pump is a big thing to fix before you get stuck too.
we are not all guys!
Technically, the allroad still lives on in the A6 so it's still going lol