What:Â Audi allroad quattro 2.7T (US-spec)
Era:Â Audi modern era
Model Family:Â A6 / A6 allroad
Market / Zone(s):Â United States (and Canada)
Model Years:Â 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
Debut:Â 2000 New York Auto Show
Production Span:
Number Produced:
Model / Generation Code(s):Â type 4B
Chassis / Matrix:Â C5 / Volkswagen Group C-platform
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Body Style(s): Avant (station wagon, raised crossover configuration)
Drivetrain Configuration: Longitudinal front engine, all-wheel drive
Engine(s): 2.7-liter (2,671 cc) DOHC 30-valve V6 biturbo
Power: 250 hp @ 5,800 rpm
Torque: 258 lb-ft @ 1,850 rpm
Transmission(s): 6-speed manual; 5-speed Tiptronic automatic with DSP and hill detection capability
All-Wheel Drive Type: quattro permanent all-wheel drive with Torsen torque-sensing center differential; EDL
Stability / Chassis Control: ESP Electronic Stability Program; ABS with EBD and EDL
Suspension: Four-position variable height pneumatic (air) suspension
Steering: Servotronic speed-sensitive rack-and-pinion
Steering Ratio: 16.2:1
Turns (lock-to-lock): 2.81
Turning Circle (curb-to-curb): 38.3 ft (11.7 m)
Front Brake Diameter: 321 mm (12.6 in), vented discs
Rear Brake Diameter: 256 mm (10.1 in), discs
Wheelbase: 2,757 mm (108.5 in)
Length: 4,810 mm (189.4 in)
Width (with mirrors): 1,932 mm (76.1 in)
Height (unloaded): 1,501 mm (low) to 1,592 mm (highest)
Ground Clearance (loaded): 142 mm (low) to 208 mm (highest)
Curb Weight: 1,890 kg (4,167 lbs) manual; 1,920 kg (4,233 lbs) automatic
Fuel Tank: 70 L (18.5 gal)
PERFORMANCE
Acceleration (0–60 mph): 7.4 seconds (manual); 7.7 seconds (automatic)
Top Speed: 130 mph (209 km/h), electronically limited
OTHER DETAILS
Predecessor: N/A
Successor: Audi allroad quattro (C6)
Platform Mates: Audi A6 (C5); Audi S6 (C5); Audi RS 6 (C5)
Concept Cars: Audi allroad quattro concept (Detroit Motor Show, 1998)
Assembly Location(s): Neckarsulm, Germany
Designer(s):
Motorsport Homologations:
WHEEL / TIRE DETAILS
Wheel Size(s): 7.5J x 17 (5-spoke allroad design)
Tire Size(s): 225/55 R17 97H
Bolt Pattern: 5×112
Offset:
PACKAGES AND OPTIONS (US-SPEC, 2001 LAUNCH DETAILS)
Luxury Package: Heated front and rear seats; memory for both front seat positions and outer mirrors; auto-dimming interior and exterior mirrors; HomeLink (3-channel transmitter in driver’s sunvisor); xenon HID headlights; Bose 200-watt premium sound system with subwoofer
Warm Weather Package: Solar sunroof; rear side window sun shades
Guidance Package: GPS Navigation system; Acoustic Parking System
Separate Options: Rear-facing removable children’s seat; Motorola hands-free cellular telephone; rear seat-mounted side airbags
The US-spec Audi allroad quattro 2.7T entered the North American market for the 2001 model year following its debut at the 2000 New York Auto Show. Positioned as a performance-oriented crossover wagon, it combined the structure and refinement of the C5-generation A6 Avant with increased ride height, protective cladding, and adaptive air suspension.
Power came from Audi’s 2.7-liter twin-turbocharged V6, paired with either a 6-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed Tiptronic automatic. Quattro permanent all-wheel drive with a Torsen center differential provided full-time torque distribution, supported by Electronic Differential Lock and Electronic Stability Program.
A defining characteristic of the model was its four-position adaptive air suspension system, allowing the vehicle to vary ride height depending on speed and selected mode. At its lowest setting, the vehicle lowered for improved high-speed stability; at its highest, it provided increased ground clearance suitable for snow, gravel, and light off-road conditions.
Standard equipment was comprehensive for the segment, including dual-zone automatic climate control, Cricket leather upholstery, walnut interior trim, a Symphony audio system with subwoofer, extensive cargo management provisions, and SIDEGUARD curtain airbags. Optional packages expanded comfort and technology offerings through heated rear seating, navigation, xenon lighting, Bose audio, solar sunroof, and parking assistance.
Produced through the 2005 model year in the United States, the allroad 2.7T established Audi’s early presence in the premium crossover wagon segment and laid the groundwork for later allroad variants.
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