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2017 Audi A4 Allroad Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The Audi A4 Allroad is all-new for 2017, replacing the Audi Allroad from 2013-2016 and previous. Like the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack, Volvo V60 Cross Country, and Volvo XC70, it’s part of a niche of semi-lifted and wagons that split the difference between a car and a crossover. In the case of the A4 Allroad, that means that it’s a version of the new A4 wagon not sold on these shores, with a 1.3-inch lift, lower cladding, and Audi’s “Quattro” all-wheel-drive system as standard equipment.
Design-wise, the A4 allroad gets the same geometric headlights as the A4 sedan and a similar hexagonal grille, only the slats are vertical rather than horizontal. The sides and back are smooth and handsome, with a prominent shoulder crease that wraps all the way around the body. The dark grey plastic wheel flares add visual presence and character, while touches of satin silver, like the roof rails and rear skid plate, make it sparkle. There are LED taillights at the back, and a large rear hatch designed to swallow large cargo. If Audi’s attempt is to convey a sense of upscale adventure and utility, mission accomplished.
Most of the interior is also shared with the new A4 sedan, which is full of trapezoidal and hexagonal shapes. With tasteful swaths of wood, soft-touch plastic, and metallic silver, it looks both inviting and ultramodern. There’s a lot going on, but it all comes together nicely, and each and every element looks deliberately and carefully positioned. Buttons on the dashboard are all grouped logically according to function, and within easy reach of the driver and passenger. The infotainment screen appears to float above the dashboard, front-and-center. And the center console has plenty of space for various important functions, aided by the static gear selector that responds to motion, but otherwise remains in place, like a joystick. In back, there’s room for three more occupants. Audi says cargo capacity is up versus the old Allroad, too, both with the seats upright and folded.
Power comes from a single engine found elsewhere in the lineup, a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder engine good for 252 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque. It delivers power to all four wheels courtesy of a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. There are four drive modes: Comfort, Auto, Individual, and Dynamic, but the A4 Allroad gets an exclusive fifth mode, Offroad, which adjusts engine, steering, transmission, and traction-control settings for non-paved roads. Audi also gives the A4 Allroad a unique steering rack, a stiffer, adaptive suspension, and lighter-weight drivetrain components, all of which are designed to make the A4 Allroad a perfect blend between on-road driving and trips off of the beaten path.
The A4 Allroad is spread across three basic trims, Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige. Premium comes with 18-inch alloy wheels, HID headlights with LED daytime running lights and LED turn indicators, a panoramic sunroof, leather upholstery, a 7-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, 8-way power front seats, 3-zone automatic climate control, LED ambient lighting, a power liftgate, and heated washer nozzles. An available Convenience package tacks on driver and passenger memory settings, keyless access and start, a color instrument panel display, heated auto-dimming side mirrors with memory, and XM radio compatibility.
Premium Plus includes the Convenience package, full LED headlights, a 755-watt Bang & Olufsen sound system with 19 speakers, and a hands-free liftgate. The Navigation and Telematics package brings a larger 8.3-inch widescreen infotainment system with navigation, a full-LCD 12.3-inch instrument cluster, and a center console touchpad. The Cold Weather package comes with all-weather floor mats, a heated steering wheel, and heated front and rear seats. The Warm Weather package comes with power lumbar for the front seats, manual rear window shades, and cooled front seats.
Prestige bundles the Convenience and Navigation and Telematics packages. plus a heads-up display. The Cold and Warm Weather packages are still optional.
Audi also offers a standalone Full-Paint Finish package across all trims, which replaces the gray plastic lower cladding with body-colored parts.
In terms of safety, every A4 Allroad has a standard reversing camera, automatic emergency braking, and forward collision warning. Premium Plus adds blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and vehicle exit assist. And Prestige comes with traffic sign recognition, a surround-view camera system, crash avoidance assist, and full adaptive cruise control with a low-speed function.
The Audi A4 Allroad is handsome, full-featured, and as capable off-road as it is on the pavement. For upwardly-mobile individuals with active lifestyles, it’s a fitting partner.
User reviews for 2017 Audi A4 Allroad
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by Anonymous
May 13, 2024
Needed something fun to supplement practicality as a dog-hauler and commuter. The M3 is neither of those things. Versatile, surprisingly quick, well built and pretty gas-efficient for a wagon. Handsome car, too. May 13, 2024
by John B
Apr 06, 2022
Love the Allroad . Base model is well appointed, and the others have plenty of bells and whistles to enjoy. But they all share a fantastic architecture, drive great, have excellent Quattro system and haul. I love wagons in general but have to say this hits a sweet spot.Apr 06, 2022
by Drew C
Sep 03, 2020
Beautiful car with a well appointed interior and spectacular performance and handling!Sep 03, 2020
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by Anonymous
May 13, 2024
Needed something fun to supplement practicality as a dog-hauler and commuter. The M3 is neither of those things. Versatile, surprisingly quick, well built and pretty gas-efficient for a wagon. Handsome car, too. May 13, 2024
by John B
Apr 06, 2022
Love the Allroad . Base model is well appointed, and the others have plenty of bells and whistles to enjoy. But they all share a fantastic architecture, drive great, have excellent Quattro system and haul. I love wagons in general but have to say this hits a sweet spot.Apr 06, 2022
by Drew C
Sep 03, 2020
Beautiful car with a well appointed interior and spectacular performance and handling!Sep 03, 2020
by gregory r
Apr 30, 2020
we have 3 Allroads and love everything about the cars from design to driving comfort plus almost zero problemsApr 30, 2020
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2017 Audi A4 Allroad Pricing
Original MSRP
$44,000 to $51,400Price range
$17,647 to $18,369Average price on CG
$17,647YoY price change
$18,369 to $17,647Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Memory card slot auxiliary audio input · HD radio · Remote CD: single disc · Remote CD changer location: in glove compartment · Total Number of Speakers: 10
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 13.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Dash trim: aluminum · Door sill trim: stainless steel · Door trim: aluminum · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: front seatback · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 4.41
Engine
Alternator: 150 amps · Battery: maintenance-free · Battery rating: 420 CCA
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color with chrome accents · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Fender lip moldings: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Rocker panel color: black · Window trim: aluminum
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google POIs · Infotainment: Apply CarPlay ready · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: one-touch open/close · Roof rails: aluminum
Safety
Automatic emergency braking: front · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: door unlock · Pre-Collision Warning System: visual warning · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.9
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Memory card slot auxiliary audio input · Premium Brand: Bang & Olufsen · HD radio · Remote CD: single disc · Remote CD changer location: in glove compartment · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 18 · Watts: 755
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 13.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Dash trim: aluminum · Door sill trim: stainless steel · Door trim: aluminum · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function screen controls · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 4.41
Engine
Alternator: 150 amps · Battery: maintenance-free · Battery rating: 420 CCA
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color with chrome accents · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Fender lip moldings: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Rocker panel color: black · Window trim: aluminum
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google POIs · Infotainment: Apply CarPlay ready · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: LED · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power folding
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: tilt/slide · Roof rails: aluminum
Safety
Automatic emergency braking: front · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: door unlock · Parking sensors: front · Pre-Collision Warning System: audible warning · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.9
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app compatibility: myAudi with Audi connect · Smart device app function: lock operation
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · USB auxiliary audio input · Premium Brand: Bang & Olufsen · AM/FM radio · Remote CD: single disc · Remote CD changer location: in glove compartment · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 18 · Watts: 755
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 13.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Dash trim: aluminum · Door sill trim: stainless steel · Door trim: aluminum · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: 2 driver · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: grocery bag holder · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: 4-way power · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 4.41
Engine
Alternator: 150 amps · Battery: maintenance-free · Battery rating: 420 CCA
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color with chrome accents · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Fender lip moldings: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Rocker panel color: black · Window trim: aluminum
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google POIs · Infotainment: Audi MMI Connect · Infotainment screen size: 8.3 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Instrument cluster screen size: 12.3 in. · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: tilt/slide · Roof rails: aluminum
Safety
Automatic emergency braking: front · Camera system: surround view · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: door unlock · Parking sensors: rear · Pre-Collision Warning System: visual warning · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.9
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: hard drive navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app compatibility: myAudi with Audi connect · Smart device app function: send destination to vehicle · Wifi: hotspot
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Laminated glass: acoustic · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent