2013 Audi Allroad: Up Close
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The Allroad adopts the restyled headlights of the 2013 A4 sedan but gains a unique grille with closely spaced vertical slats that distinguish it from the sedan. It’s paired with a silver-colored chin spoiler with integral vents.
A more practical feature for off-road driving is the Allroad’s extra 1.5 inches of ground clearance. Despite the increase, the Allroad’s ride height is still more similar to a wagon than a crossover, so getting in and out of the car isn’t difficult. The relatively low ride height also makes for a low liftover height into the 27-cubic-foot cargo area.
Crossovers remain hugely popular, but Subaru, in particular, has figured out a way to sell jacked-up wagons with its Outback. It remains to be seen whether Audi can pull off the same feat in the luxury segment with the new A4 Allroad.
