NOT YOUR ORDINARY AUDI
There are loads of SUV's these days on the market. But not everyone wants a huge truck with big tires and choppy suspension. Some people would rather have a luxury wagon with some off-road capabilities. There are a few of those types of cars on the market but few, if not none have the characteristics of the new Audi allroad. You see, an allroad is really a SUV under disguise that can act as both a real off-roader and a luxury wagon.
To achieve such an acrobatic act, Audi had to use a lot of imagination. The German automaker started with the shell of an A6 Avant that was considerably strengthened and added to it a distinct and easily recognizable finishing touch. But what is important is the way Audi got this wagon to play "Transformer" and become an off-roader. To start off with, Audi began like many other manufacturers and gave its station wagon an all-wheel-drive system. The engine stayed the same 2.7-litre turbo V6 developing 250 horsepower and it was combined to a five-speed automatic transmission that can be left in its automatic mode, changed manually with the shifter or again manually with the Tiptronic method with triggers on the steering wheel (that is with the thumbs!). This allows the car to go from 0 to 100 kmh in about 8.5 seconds. Probably not race car performance but quite enough to follow the urban traffic. Passing is a faster though and I appreciated it in many circumstances. 2001 AUDI ALLROAD from (http://www.auto123.com/en/audi/allroad/2001/review?carid=1010600900&artid=1239)
There are loads of SUV's these days on the market. But not everyone wants a huge truck with big tires and choppy suspension. Some people would rather have a luxury wagon with some off-road capabilities. There are a few of those types of cars on the market but few, if not none have the characteristics of the new Audi allroad. You see, an allroad is really a SUV under disguise that can act as both a real off-roader and a luxury wagon.
To achieve such an acrobatic act, Audi had to use a lot of imagination. The German automaker started with the shell of an A6 Avant that was considerably strengthened and added to it a distinct and easily recognizable finishing touch. But what is important is the way Audi got this wagon to play "Transformer" and become an off-roader. To start off with, Audi began like many other manufacturers and gave its station wagon an all-wheel-drive system. The engine stayed the same 2.7-litre turbo V6 developing 250 horsepower and it was combined to a five-speed automatic transmission that can be left in its automatic mode, changed manually with the shifter or again manually with the Tiptronic method with triggers on the steering wheel (that is with the thumbs!). This allows the car to go from 0 to 100 kmh in about 8.5 seconds. Probably not race car performance but quite enough to follow the urban traffic. Passing is a faster though and I appreciated it in many circumstances. 2001 AUDI ALLROAD from (http://www.auto123.com/en/audi/allroad/2001/review?carid=1010600900&artid=1239)
As precious metals go, aluminum is to automobiles what gold is to jewelry. Every new vehicle built today incorporates aluminum in some aspect of its construction, but due to high manufacturing costs an all aluminum car is a rarity. For this reason Audi stunned the automotive world with the introduction of its 310 horsepower, all-aluminum space frame flagship A8 sedan. Immediately judged by the European automotive press as the worlds best sedan, the conservatively styled A8 vaulted Audi to the front of the sport/luxury limelight - and deservedly so.
Since its 1996 introduction - model year 1997 - a great deal has transpired in the ultra-luxury segment. While the A8 still holds the sedan title for total aluminum usage, competitive marques have upped the performance ante offering higher output versions of their full-size cars. Audi answered the challenge by developing the potent S8, a limited-production super sedan now available to Canadian enthusiasts. 2002 Audi S8 Review from (http://www.auto123.com/en/car-reviews/new/2002-audi-s8-road-test?artid=2394)
Audi's previous generation Cabriolet was never a serious threat to BMW's 3-Series convertible. So few of the Audi 90-based drop tops were sold that the Ingolstadt firm didn't even bother building a successor from the next generation 1996 to 2001 A4. Ironically if it had, due much to the unparalleled success of that car, it would have undoubtedly been a hit. 
Just take a look. If you, like me, subscribe to a less is more philosophy, the A4 Cabriolet takes the breath away. Its body panels appear seamless, stretched taut over a compact skeleton with just a little bulging fender flare here and a little more chrome brightwork there. The reinforced windshield surround is covered in a rich brushed aluminum too, as is the wrap-around cockpit trim, both blending well with its 6-spoke alloy wheels. 
The A4 sedan was redesigned last year much to the satisfaction of Audi fans. It was a tough job after all. The previous generation A4 was such a strong seller, as much to do with its attractive styling as with its quality built, performance-oriented package that the Ingolstadt automaker couldn't afford to offend. 
Audis in general are wonderfully civilized cars, with best-in-class interior materials and superb fit and finish. The A4 Avant follows this pattern with an extremely comfortable and well appointed cabin. The seats are first rate, firm but supportive in all the right places plus heated with no less than six temperature levels - another best-in-class feature. 2003 Audi A4 1.8T Avant quattro Review from (http://www.auto123.com/en/car-reviews/new/2003-audi-a4-18t-avant-quattro-road-test?artid=7957)
