Audi A6 Allroad (C7 - 2012)
Audi pretty much invented the AWD passenger car (though Subaru has equal claim to fame) - the legendary 'quattro'. The system, so famously applied to the Audi Coupe in the early 1980s was deployed also on the sedan 80 model on the same platform, and was a feature on the aerodynamic 100 model, launched in 1982.
Before 'Q', quattro permitted relatively standard Audi models to get places that most cars couldn't. Customers like to demonstrate that they have something that others don't though, so the SUV became the ticket of entry for the middle-class families around the world. The SUV format didn't really sit well with the sophisticated look of Audis - so the company met the customers halfway, with the 'Allroad'. The first allroad, developed from the C5 -generation Audi A6 Wagon, debuted in 1999. The C6-generation in 2005, and the latest C7 generation in 2012.
A6 allroad quattro (2012–present)
The 2013 A6 allroad quattro was launched at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, along with the 2012 RS4 Avant. Sales began in 2012.
The allroad model contains several unique features. Audi designed more than 1,100 new, unique parts for the allroad, setting it apart from the standard A6 and making it a true all-terrain vehicle. Most obvious, the allroad received special bumpers and fender flares, giving it an aggressive offroad appearance. The bumpers and fender flares feature a tough-wearing, matte finish, contrasting the rest of the body. The roof received this same coating, as well as four longitudinal ribs for increased strength. The unique bumpers also have integrated aluminum skid plates. The allroad featured larger diameter tires than the standard A6 for improved offroad capabilities. Redesigned headlights, larger side mirrors, and a lack of door "rub strips" are unique to the allroad.
The allroad comes standard with an adjustable air suspension system can lift the car high enough to provide 208 mm (8 in) of ground clearance; a low-range mode (an option with manual transmission), absent from other quattro-equipped vehicles, can be selected with the touch of a button. When used together, the two systems made it possible for the allroad to complete an official Land Rover test-course, thus far it is the only car-based SUV that has been proven capable of doing so in testing.
Conversely, the air suspension can lower the vehicle down to only 142 mm (6 in) above road level, and simultaneously stiffen the spring and damper rates to provide a sporty driving experience, much like that of the conventional A6 with the sports suspension.
German model went on sale in spring 2012. Early models included 3.0 TFSI quattro (310PS), 3.0 TDI quattro (204PS), 3.0 TDI quattro (245PS), 3.0 TDI quattro (313PS)
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This Lego miniland-scale Audi A6 Allroad (C7 - 2012) - has been created for Flickr LUGNuts' 105th Build Challenge, titled - 'The Great Outdoors!' - a challenge for any vehicle designed for outdoor adventuring.
Audi A6 Allroad (C7 - 2012)
Audi pretty much invented the AWD passenger car (though Subaru has equal claim to fame) - the legendary 'quattro'. The system, so famously applied to the Audi Coupe in the early 1980s was deployed also on the sedan 80 model on the same platform, and was a feature on the aerodynamic 100 model, launched in 1982.
Before 'Q', quattro permitted relatively standard Audi models to get places that most cars couldn't. Customers like to demonstrate that they have something that others don't though, so the SUV became the ticket of entry for the middle-class families around the world. The SUV format didn't really sit well with the sophisticated look of Audis - so the company met the customers halfway, with the 'Allroad'. The first allroad, developed from the C5 -generation Audi A6 Wagon, debuted in 1999. The C6-generation in 2005, and the latest C7 generation in 2012.
A6 allroad quattro (2012–present)
The 2013 A6 allroad quattro was launched at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, along with the 2012 RS4 Avant. Sales began in 2012.
The allroad model contains several unique features. Audi designed more than 1,100 new, unique parts for the allroad, setting it apart from the standard A6 and making it a true all-terrain vehicle. Most obvious, the allroad received special bumpers and fender flares, giving it an aggressive offroad appearance. The bumpers and fender flares feature a tough-wearing, matte finish, contrasting the rest of the body. The roof received this same coating, as well as four longitudinal ribs for increased strength. The unique bumpers also have integrated aluminum skid plates. The allroad featured larger diameter tires than the standard A6 for improved offroad capabilities. Redesigned headlights, larger side mirrors, and a lack of door "rub strips" are unique to the allroad.
The allroad comes standard with an adjustable air suspension system can lift the car high enough to provide 208 mm (8 in) of ground clearance; a low-range mode (an option with manual transmission), absent from other quattro-equipped vehicles, can be selected with the touch of a button. When used together, the two systems made it possible for the allroad to complete an official Land Rover test-course, thus far it is the only car-based SUV that has been proven capable of doing so in testing.
Conversely, the air suspension can lower the vehicle down to only 142 mm (6 in) above road level, and simultaneously stiffen the spring and damper rates to provide a sporty driving experience, much like that of the conventional A6 with the sports suspension.
German model went on sale in spring 2012. Early models included 3.0 TFSI quattro (310PS), 3.0 TDI quattro (204PS), 3.0 TDI quattro (245PS), 3.0 TDI quattro (313PS)
[Text from Wikipedia]
This Lego miniland-scale Audi A6 Allroad (C7 - 2012) - has been created for Flickr LUGNuts' 105th Build Challenge, titled - 'The Great Outdoors!' - a challenge for any vehicle designed for outdoor adventuring.