9.8 sec? It is very smart to check the accelaration with 3 HUGE persons in SMALL car! How much each of you weigh? 130 kg? Or simply non of you can drive?
I sat just fine in the back seat behind my seating position set. Im 6' even with shoes on. Its cozy, but doeable for 1-2hr trips. The ride quality is great so that helps in comfort. FWIW.
Living now in Colorado, and being avid skier, I have to say that this car is really good for CO. I am driving VW CC but with DSG transmission, and that car with true winter tires do not have any issue on mountains. So this Allroad would be a beast on Loveland pass. However, since CO has horrible roads in the cities, I must say that maybe Avant would be better option for those who want station wagon. Tires on Allroad will transfer much more rad noise and bumps to cabin then stock tires on A4 Avant. I tried A4 with 8-speed ZF, and it works great. However, much less aggressive then DSG in CC. It would be cool if Audi offers S-tronic 7 speed with 2 liter four banger like they do in Europe.
Roman and Nathan, you guys are the best reviewers on TH-cam. I enjoy watching your videos even when they are of cars that I have little to no interest in.
Thanks for the comment and criticism, we really appreciate it. Just to clear we currently receive 13 likes for every 1 dislike. This is not "worst like:dislike ratio out of the car reviewers" as you state. However we are always looking to get better so thanks for the comment.
.... and the passenger space thing. I am 187cm tall. When I carry passengers in my A4 allroad nobody is complaining about space in the back. I think you have moved the seat as far back as possible. This is far from necessary unless you're a 7-foot basketball player. This car is the size of BMW 3 or Mercedes C. No more no less.
Why would you perform this car's acceleration test with 3 people in it when you test others with just the driver? How is the viewer supposed to get any valid information out of this?
That's funny. I see this is a 7+ year old review. They're quite the deal now. Gotta start somewhere. TFL is my go to when looking at off road capability of wagons, SUVS and crossovers. Even though we bought one of their least favs. Cheers.
No, Audi definitely brought the C5 allroad to the states from 2001 to 2005. And it's called the "allroad". There is no capitalization. And the back seats are certainly much larger than the B8 based allroad. I mean, they certainly aren't the back seats of an A8L or anything, but they are definitely very comfortable to sit two friends in without trouble.
Unfortunately the A4 Avant is no longer available for sale in the US. The Allroad drives better then the Avant did. The revised suspension and interior for 2013 is worth it as you get more for around the same money.
Noticed like many other that have commentated here that you guys call it the Audi Allroad, and not the Audi A4 Allroad, like it's called in Europe. Strange since they also have a brand new A6 Allroad out. So I did take a look at Audi's site for USA and noticed that you guys are correct, Audi are not releasing, at least not yet, the brand new A6 Allroad and you seems to be missing out on a lot of good Audi's. Like all of the estate version and the RS3, RS4, RS5, S6, S7, S8.
hey guys can i just make a little suggestion? in your introduction video you have win every video, change the porsche 911 to the two audi r8s and still leave the fiat Arbath girl at the end. All your cars are up to date exept the 911 even though it is still sold.... Love the great work! My favorite automotive reviews of all!
Guys, how can you say "This is a small car"? This is classed as a Medium sized car at least in Europe where it comes from. A Small car would be the Audi A3 for example. And the A2 would be a Compact.
Another great review guys. It's nice to see a review so unique, which is the whole reason as to why I subscribed . Most other reviews are so bland and boring and as everyone says, "robotic".
stop hatting on them they make good review just because you love the car and can't fine any faults with it others can. They are comparing the car to other cars so they have to look at both the good and the bad if it not up to date it's going to get bad reviews. And whats your problem with 0-60 you can't tell me that you don't care if the car has a good pick up or not and it doesn't matter what car. It does 9.89 sec above altitude with 3 persons is good.
It is far cheaper!! However you feel how cheap the Subaru is in every way. Driving feel and luxury, the Audi is far superior. However the Subaru is not a bad car at all, in fact it is a great car for what it is.
Seeing as the comments are 10 years old just thought I’d mention we love ours and none of the alternatives mentioned are even slightly relevant in 2024 going on 2025.
Just because it is also electro-mechanic, that doesn't mean it cannot be electro-magnetic as well. Even though Nathan might not have meant to say "electro-magnetic", it most certainly is. I am not aware of any electro-mechanic steering system which is not electro-magnetic. Plus, as far as I can see, "electro-magnetic" is a perfectly fine characterization of the technology at use.
Guys you are mixing this A4 allroad and the old car witch was A6 allroad and also comes out new this sommer. So you tested the facelifted A4 allroad and the all new bigger A6 allroad comes out in sommer 2012 in Germany
I say the two biggest competitors are the Subaru Outback and the Volvo XC70 and of the three, I'd choose the Subaru first followed by the Audi and last the Volvo solely based on their AWD performance. If I was buying it for an everyday car, I might choose the Volvo over the Audi but I would still take the Subaru first.
roman, please stop focusing on the negative comments. there will always be people complaiing n bitching for some non-sense shits. just ignore them and keep up the good work, u have so many fans and we all will support you.
I'd just like to point out that there is plenty of room in the back. If this "Nathan" chooses to have his seat ridiculously far back, then you can't blame the car!
The acceleration test seems weird. I don't know if there is any difference between US / EU spec, but the EU A4 Allroad 2.0TFSI s-tronic goes 0-60mph in less than 8 secs. And it does rev higher when starting. Maybe you should use the sports mode of the gearbox?
Can you note your height and size on your videos? Some new viewers may not know. Seems all normal sized cars are small for you two... I'm 5'11", 75kg and considered tall and big in my country. I am guessing you guys are at least 6'3" and 100kg??? Anyway keep up the good work and enjoy your videos...
I don't believe the 22.6 mostly highway number. Reviews don't tend to take highways much and are always trying to get to the edge of the car's performance. Lot's of stops and starts. How many miles driven?
Guys.. the A4 Allroad is just a smaller version than the A6 Allroad .. theres no "the new A4 Allroad is replacing the old A6 Allroad". And how do you actually compare this with the Evogue ?!? - Aint it the Audi Q3 or Q5 which is the Audi-ditto to a Landrover Evogue?
Our A3 2.0t Quattro with dsg 6 speed and apr tuned gets the heck out of its own way...the allroad is probably around 6 seconds or less 0-60 at sea level, apr tuned...with one guy
I hope these guys realize that they consistently have the worst like:dislike ratio out of the car reviewers I have watched so instead of being stubborn and using their typical excuse of "real world testing", they should actually listen to the criticism they receive...
Who cares about how professional somebody dresses on a TH-cam car review? Also, how many people who buy a luxury car want to go on hardcore off road trails? Another thing is that TFL car does things in "real world testing" meaning that they don't use everything in perfect condition because nobody really lives in perfect driving conditions. One last thing, nice grammar.
Not to hate on Audi's (I own a RS6) but this car is a poor substitute for a Subaru Outback. I've got that Outback thru places where monster trucks would get buried. The Outback has significantly more space than this car too. Unless you are strictly want a tiny wagon with silver rings but the Outback instead.
i dont understand why you guys test the 0-60 at altitude though, i mean, who's gonna go 0-60 in high altitude anyway, usually high altitude is off road
Nice review but kind of not sure how this can be compared to an Evoque. (Not saying i think Evoque's are better, but just in a different class for comparison). I'm starting to like this allroad quite a bit especially after driving it. Acceleration was not the best. Wish there was a 3.6 model.
You know what's a shame. The price tag still starts high. I would expect VW to make a lower priced version of this but no. That's why I don't like VW and Audis, they don't make cars that are the same but with diffrent badges. Unlike Toyota and Lexus, Lexus is just a higher class Toyota where Audi is just a higher class vehicle with gadgets shared with VW.
They left their xc70, and I wish they would have brought the V60 (I own an S40)... I was referring however, to the RS's that Audi makes, I wish those were available here (though I would never buy an Audi ;D ) because many interesting cars are not available here. I guess if it doesn't sell well here though, they don't bring it. Makes business sense.
Yeah, I own a C5 allroad, BUD. I know how big my back seat is and it provides ample leg room and then some. I sat in the B8 A4 based allroad rear seat. It's great it for very young children or someone without legs. So TBH, I have more credibility than these guys seeing as I HAVE TESTED BOTH BACK SEATS where as they made a claim that is VERY disputable.
And you say the Volvo Cross Country is competition for the A4 allroad. That's like comparing apples to oranges! I'd assert that the Cross Country competition is more for the A6 allroad given the more equal sizing of those two. As for the Range Rover Evoque, that's a different sort of car, more akin to similar tall SUVs, whereas the allroads are closer to wagons.
I’ve just got a 3.0 tdi version of this car, I’m in love already
9.8 sec? It is very smart to check the accelaration with 3 HUGE persons in SMALL car! How much each of you weigh? 130 kg? Or simply non of you can drive?
I have had one for three months. I adore it. Thanks for the video, guys.
Do you still own it? Looking at buying a 2013 audi allroad premium plus tomorrow
I sat just fine in the back seat behind my seating position set. Im 6' even with shoes on. Its cozy, but doeable for 1-2hr trips. The ride quality is great so that helps in comfort. FWIW.
A few hundred. We drove from Bennet CO, to Beaver Creek CO, and took a few back roads and an off road trail.
Living now in Colorado, and being avid skier, I have to say that this car is really good for CO. I am driving VW CC but with DSG transmission, and that car with true winter tires do not have any issue on mountains. So this Allroad would be a beast on Loveland pass. However, since CO has horrible roads in the cities, I must say that maybe Avant would be better option for those who want station wagon. Tires on Allroad will transfer much more rad noise and bumps to cabin then stock tires on A4 Avant. I tried A4 with 8-speed ZF, and it works great. However, much less aggressive then DSG in CC. It would be cool if Audi offers S-tronic 7 speed with 2 liter four banger like they do in Europe.
Roman and Nathan, you guys are the best reviewers on TH-cam. I enjoy watching your videos even when they are of cars that I have little to no interest in.
Thanks for the comment and criticism, we really appreciate it. Just to clear we currently receive 13 likes for every 1 dislike. This is not "worst like:dislike ratio out of the car reviewers" as you state. However we are always looking to get better so thanks for the comment.
This Allroad is unique. It forges in between VW Tiguan and BMW X3. I'll take this if I had around $40k.
.... and the passenger space thing. I am 187cm tall. When I carry passengers in my A4 allroad nobody is complaining about space in the back. I think you have moved the seat as far back as possible. This is far from necessary unless you're a 7-foot basketball player. This car is the size of BMW 3 or Mercedes C. No more no less.
Why would you perform this car's acceleration test with 3 people in it when you test others with just the driver? How is the viewer supposed to get any valid information out of this?
This was the sloppiest car review I've ever seen
dsm1580 哈哈😄
That's funny. I see this is a 7+ year old review. They're quite the deal now. Gotta start somewhere. TFL is my go to when looking at off road capability of wagons, SUVS and crossovers. Even though we bought one of their least favs. Cheers.
Makes any Subaru look like childs play
Marty thanks for the comment. Nice to see you watching our reviews.
This is the best review you've done yet in my opinion, and the videography is very good!
No, Audi definitely brought the C5 allroad to the states from 2001 to 2005.
And it's called the "allroad". There is no capitalization.
And the back seats are certainly much larger than the B8 based allroad.
I mean, they certainly aren't the back seats of an A8L or anything, but they are definitely very comfortable to sit two friends in without trouble.
I love my 2002 Allroad nice to see audi bringing them back
Unfortunately the A4 Avant is no longer available for sale in the US. The Allroad drives better then the Avant did. The revised suspension and interior for 2013 is worth it as you get more for around the same money.
Noticed like many other that have commentated here that you guys call it the Audi Allroad, and not the Audi A4 Allroad, like it's called in Europe. Strange since they also have a brand new A6 Allroad out.
So I did take a look at Audi's site for USA and noticed that you guys are correct, Audi are not releasing, at least not yet, the brand new A6 Allroad and you seems to be missing out on a lot of good Audi's. Like all of the estate version and the RS3, RS4, RS5, S6, S7, S8.
for all who are wondering the higher altitiude means less air and a richer fuel to air mixure
We think if you'll check out the last S5 Video, you'll see that we listen to our fans.
hey guys can i just make a little suggestion? in your introduction video you have win every video, change the porsche 911 to the two audi r8s and still leave the fiat Arbath girl at the end. All your cars are up to date exept the 911 even though it is still sold.... Love the great work! My favorite automotive reviews of all!
Guys, how can you say "This is a small car"?
This is classed as a Medium sized car at least in Europe where it comes from.
A Small car would be the Audi A3 for example.
And the A2 would be a Compact.
The car does 0-60 in 6.5s and 0-100km/h in 6.9s. I'ts tested.
Tomislav Zvonimir Good on the roads of Herceg Bosna then, great.
Greetings from Fojnica.
Another great review guys. It's nice to see a review so unique, which is the whole reason as to why I subscribed . Most other reviews are so bland and boring and as everyone says, "robotic".
stop hatting on them they make good review just because you love the car and can't fine any faults with it others can. They are comparing the car to other cars so they have to look at both the good and the bad if it not up to date it's going to get bad reviews. And whats your problem with 0-60 you can't tell me that you don't care if the car has a good pick up or not and it doesn't matter what car. It does 9.89 sec above altitude with 3 persons is good.
It is far cheaper!! However you feel how cheap the Subaru is in every way. Driving feel and luxury, the Audi is far superior. However the Subaru is not a bad car at all, in fact it is a great car for what it is.
Now that you have tested the A4 Allroad, try the A6 Allroad.
Awesome review! Getting one soon! Waiting for my Saab 93x to go! You guys are very good about giving a lot details on the cars! Thx!!
Seeing as the comments are 10 years old just thought I’d mention we love ours and none of the alternatives mentioned are even slightly relevant in 2024 going on 2025.
Just because it is also electro-mechanic, that doesn't mean it cannot be electro-magnetic as well. Even though Nathan might not have meant to say "electro-magnetic", it most certainly is. I am not aware of any electro-mechanic steering system which is not electro-magnetic.
Plus, as far as I can see, "electro-magnetic" is a perfectly fine characterization of the technology at use.
Guys you are mixing this A4 allroad and the old car witch was A6 allroad and also comes out new this sommer. So you tested the facelifted A4 allroad and the all new bigger A6 allroad comes out in sommer 2012 in Germany
Nope. Only the older ones had that option. Bummer. Thanks for watching!
Where did you guys go to do this review?
how much clearance guys? would you take it over the Volvo?
I say the two biggest competitors are the Subaru Outback and the Volvo XC70 and of the three, I'd choose the Subaru first followed by the Audi and last the Volvo solely based on their AWD performance. If I was buying it for an everyday car, I might choose the Volvo over the Audi but I would still take the Subaru first.
Roman or Nathan ... for your 0-60 test do you guys brake torque the car before launch or do you just floor it? Love your reviews btw.
Worst video review ever. No idea what they're harping about. They say off road review. Where was it? What a waste of 6 min.
I'm sure the rugged Allroad can take a foot sliding along the back of the front seat. We may have gotten it dirty. Thanks for watching.
roman, please stop focusing on the negative comments. there will always be people complaiing n bitching for some non-sense shits. just ignore them and keep up the good work, u have so many fans and we all will support you.
This is TH-cam, where every commenter believes they are better than the people posting video reviews, etc.
I'd just like to point out that there is plenty of room in the back. If this "Nathan" chooses to have his seat ridiculously far back, then you can't blame the car!
Sit behind the OTHER seat!!
I think there is going to be too much cross shopping at the Audi dealer. Who will choose between the Allroad, Q5, and the upcoming Q3?
Yeah A subaru might be cheaper but you dont buy an audi becuase its cheaper, you buy it because you like audi
Whats the difference between your solo measuring device and say a VBOX?
The acceleration test seems weird. I don't know if there is any difference between US / EU spec, but the EU A4 Allroad 2.0TFSI s-tronic goes 0-60mph in less than 8 secs. And it does rev higher when starting. Maybe you should use the sports mode of the gearbox?
Can we see an Audi vs. Subaru matchup off road/mud/snow test with both cars with the same type of tires??? Someone needs to settle the great debate
3.75 ppl..You guys are big fellows
Can you note your height and size on your videos? Some new viewers may not know. Seems all normal sized cars are small for you two... I'm 5'11", 75kg and considered tall and big in my country. I am guessing you guys are at least 6'3" and 100kg??? Anyway keep up the good work and enjoy your videos...
This is TH-cam so show us how a pro reviews this car. We're waiting......
Correct Johan, one of the wealthiest countries in the world has been deemed unfit for those amazing cars. :(
why do you do a 0-60 with so many people. do it with one person and a camera stand
It's not that different. You can feel the heft and extra height in corners, but it's not too bad.
Awe guys, u had me till the lack of BACK SEAT room. I meant to ask you guys about MPG at altitude and how that is effected.
Hope you guys are okay despite the fires.
VOLVO XC70 is bigger and available in T6 guise with a 325HP/354LB torque Polestar tune
I don't believe the 22.6 mostly highway number. Reviews don't tend to take highways much and are always trying to get to the edge of the car's performance. Lot's of stops and starts. How many miles driven?
is nathans chin really that big or is it some kind of optical illusion caused by the bush?
THE HANSOMEST CAR YOU'VE REVIEW
Guys.. the A4 Allroad is just a smaller version than the A6 Allroad .. theres no "the new A4 Allroad is replacing the old A6 Allroad".
And how do you actually compare this with the Evogue ?!? - Aint it the Audi Q3 or Q5 which is the Audi-ditto to a Landrover Evogue?
Our A3 2.0t Quattro with dsg 6 speed and apr tuned gets the heck out of its own way...the allroad is probably around 6 seconds or less 0-60 at sea level, apr tuned...with one guy
My '13 VW Eos with stage 2 tune has been under 5 sec 0- 60 ( realistically- consistent 5.5 sec)
I hope these guys realize that they consistently have the worst like:dislike ratio out of the car reviewers I have watched so instead of being stubborn and using their typical excuse of "real world testing", they should actually listen to the criticism they receive...
good job guys nice review
Who cares about how professional somebody dresses on a TH-cam car review? Also, how many people who buy a luxury car want to go on hardcore off road trails? Another thing is that TFL car does things in "real world testing" meaning that they don't use everything in perfect condition because nobody really lives in perfect driving conditions. One last thing, nice grammar.
how is this different (besides price tag) or even better than a Subaru Outback?
Interior
Not to hate on Audi's (I own a RS6) but this car is a poor substitute for a Subaru Outback. I've got that Outback thru places where monster trucks would get buried. The Outback has significantly more space than this car too. Unless you are strictly want a tiny wagon with silver rings but the Outback instead.
and what about A6 allroad??? thats more bigger! are you going to test that one as well???
i'd say a fully loaded an Outback is more a competition and frankly would beat it in term of value.
Wont a Subaru outback do the same job at a lower price?
i dont understand why you guys test the 0-60 at altitude though, i mean, who's gonna go 0-60 in high altitude anyway, usually high altitude is off road
Thanks for the reply! I also neglected the higher altitude as a factor.
Oh oh oh, I really feal sorry for you guys that you don't have direct access to the A6 Allroad with the 3.0 biturbo TDI in the States... (yet).
Yes, we totaled a Jeep once.
Video?
would u get the 2013 a4 allroad or the GLK Mercedes 2009 ?
Yes, it's a A4 which is tight
No air suspension, or is it an option
Nice review but kind of not sure how this can be compared to an Evoque. (Not saying i think Evoque's are better, but just in a different class for comparison). I'm starting to like this allroad quite a bit especially after driving it. Acceleration was not the best. Wish there was a 3.6 model.
Get a TUNE !! Gets the turbo where it SHOULD be from the factory!!
wouldnt it be better to do 0-60 in manual?
This video was 10 years ago 😢
So they call this video a test?
Roman Mica is THE BEST
the photographer must be a tiny man! hahaha
2:53 LOL I would say this is a small Car for America but not for Europa
Have you guys ever crashed a car you were testing?
3rd row?
Would you guys be able to do a review on the Honda Fit Sport 5speedMT? You have reviewed it's competitors so I want to know what you think. thanks
a6 old design with stage 3 2.7t For the win bABY!
Personally, I would love a V60R wagon. Either way I was referring to the RS4's ETC. :D
You know what's a shame. The price tag still starts high. I would expect VW to make a lower priced version of this but no. That's why I don't like VW and Audis, they don't make cars that are the same but with diffrent badges. Unlike Toyota and Lexus, Lexus is just a higher class Toyota where Audi is just a higher class vehicle with gadgets shared with VW.
VW has the "alltrack" similar- lower ground clearance... No leather-- not as nice interior wise
They left their xc70, and I wish they would have brought the V60 (I own an S40)...
I was referring however, to the RS's that Audi makes, I wish those were available here (though I would never buy an Audi ;D ) because many interesting cars are not available here. I guess if it doesn't sell well here though, they don't bring it. Makes business sense.
a4 is surely a small car but you are big boys
eolovento i
Need more leg space ? buy A6 allroad. There is a ton of leg space. I'm 6 feet and i can basically lay in the back of that car.
Unfortunately the car industry are killing the wagons.. 😥
I love my 02 allroad
different and much better car
This car is called A4 Allroad:/ not Allroad Quattro!
HD?
It is an A4 avant allroad
Yeah, I own a C5 allroad, BUD.
I know how big my back seat is and it provides ample leg room and then some.
I sat in the B8 A4 based allroad rear seat. It's great it for very young children or someone without legs.
So TBH, I have more credibility than these guys seeing as I HAVE TESTED BOTH BACK SEATS where as they made a claim that is VERY disputable.
Americans (other than pickup trucks) hate diesels, it sucks so much, even the 2.0TDI would have been great :(
audi A4 allroad quattro guys. its an a4 ;)
And you say the Volvo Cross Country is competition for the A4 allroad.
That's like comparing apples to oranges!
I'd assert that the Cross Country competition is more for the A6 allroad given the more equal sizing of those two.
As for the Range Rover Evoque, that's a different sort of car, more akin to similar tall SUVs, whereas the allroads are closer to wagons.