2021 Audi A6 allroad
2021 Audi A6 Allroad Review
- High-level style and build quality, inside and out
- Powerful engine
- Smooth highway ride
- Infotainment system takes time to learn
- Optional equipment adds to the already high price
- Allroad treatment is more cosmetic than functional
- Black Optic appearance package added to options list
- All-wheel steering and the 20th Anniversary package are no longer available
- Part of the second A6 Allroad generation introduced for 2020
Luxury station wagons are an endangered breed in what you could call the era of the SUV. But if wagons are still your jam, check out the 2021 Audi A6 Allroad. Introduced just last year, this wagon version of the midsize A6 luxury sedan has received Audi's Allroad treatment. What's that? It's mostly cosmetic stuff to make this wagon look more rugged and SUV-like, but an extra inch or so of ground clearance does give it a modicum of off-road capability.
The A6 Allroad does have more room for junk in the trunk. The cargo area more than doubles, from 13.7 cubic feet of trunk space in the A6 sedan to an even 30 cubes in the Allroad. Overall, we find the A6 Allroad to be a decent pick in the luxury wagon class, but its ho-hum driving experience and high price put it at a disadvantage compared to the Mercedes-Benz E-Class All-Terrain and Volvo V90 Cross Country. Check out our Expert Rating below for all of the details.
2021 Audi A6 allroad pricing
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Which A6 allroad does Edmunds recommend?
Audi A6 allroad models
The 2021 Audi A6 Allroad comes in two trims: Premium Plus and Prestige. Both are powered by a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine good for 335 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. A seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and Audi's Quattro all-wheel drive system are standard.
Features & Specs
- Total MSRP
- $66,945
- MPG & Fuel
- 20 City / 26 Hwy / 22 Combined
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 19.3 gal. capacity
- Seating
- 5 seats
- Drivetrain
- Type: all wheel drive
- Transmission: 7-speed automated manual
- Engine
- V6 cylinder
- Horsepower: 335 hp @ 5000 rpm
- Torque: 369 lb-ft @ 1370 rpm
- Basic Warranty
- 4 yr./ 50000 mi.
- Dimensions
- Length: 194.9 in. / Height: 58.9 in.
- Overall Width with Mirrors: 83.1 in.
- Overall Width without Mirrors: 74.9 in.
- Curb Weight: 4486 lbs.
- Cargo Capacity, All Seats In Place: 30.0 cu.ft.
Safety
Our experts’ favorite A6 allroad safety features:
- Audi Pre Sense Front
- Uses sensors at the front of the car to warn you about an imminent front collision and can automatically apply the brakes.
- Top View Camera System
- Provides a 360-degree bird's-eye view of the car to aid parking.
- Audi Side Assist
- Notifies you if a vehicle is lurking in a blind spot. Includes lane departure warning.
Audi A6 Allroad vs. the competition
2021 Audi A6 Allroad
2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Audi A6 Allroad vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
As far as German luxury wagons go, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class (specifically, the All-Terrain model) is the Audi's only true rival. New for this year, the E-Class All-Terrain marries the overall excellence of the E-Class sedan with a more practical wagon body style and a lifted ride height. Both vehicles have their merits, so make sure to give each a thorough test drive.
Audi A6 Allroad vs. Volvo V90 Cross Country
The Volvo V90 Cross Country is the latest in this automaker's long line of luxury wagons. We like the incredibly comfortable front seats, and the cabin is certainly stylish. However, some aspects, like a bumpy ride and signs of premature wear on a tester we drove, give us pause. Still, the V90 Cross Country is worth a look, and you can save a few bucks with the standard V90 if you don't need the Cross Country's lifted ride.
Audi A6 Allroad vs. Porsche Panamera
On the surface, the A6 Allroad and Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo aren't too dissimilar. Both sport a useful, wagon body style and are equipped with gloriously high-tech interiors. They even offer a similar level of performance, at least on the Panamera's base trim level. But the standard Panamera Sport Turismo is considerably more expensive than the A6 Allroad, and that's before you peruse the options list or choose one of the many upgraded powertrains.
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FAQ
Is the Audi A6 allroad a good car?
What's new in the 2021 Audi A6 allroad?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2021 Audi A6 allroad:
- Black Optic appearance package added to options list
- All-wheel steering and the 20th Anniversary package are no longer available
- Part of the second A6 Allroad generation introduced for 2020
Is the Audi A6 allroad reliable?
Is the 2021 Audi A6 allroad a good car?
How much should I pay for a 2021 Audi A6 allroad?
The least-expensive 2021 Audi A6 allroad is the 2021 Audi A6 allroad Premium Plus 4dr Wagon AWD w/55 TFSI (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $65,900.
Other versions include:
- Premium Plus 4dr Wagon AWD w/55 TFSI (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM) which starts at $65,900
- Prestige 4dr Wagon AWD w/55 TFSI (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 7AM) which starts at $71,400
