2025 Audi A4 allroad

Yes, we just said the W-word. The last time Americans liked wagons was probably when “Little House on the Prairie” was having its first run. However, anyone rejecting the idea is missing out, especially when it comes to the A4 allroad. There’s all that extra practicality of a versatile cargo area to go with the abundant style, quality, luxury, and superb driving manners conferred by the excellent A4 sedan. Audi has at least tried to appease the SUV crowd with a raised ride height, standard all-wheel drive (AWD), and a bit of side cladding.

Here’s one thing to bear in mind, though. This year is looking like the final run for the A4 allroad. A new A5 is replacing the current A4 (which, like the allroad, debuted for the 2017 model year), and it doesn’t appear to be a new allroad in this grand plan.

The regular Audi A4 sedan is reviewed separately.

We’ve logged hundreds of hours driving and researching this generation of compact luxury cars, including the A4 allroad.

The HomeLink remote garage door button is now integrated into the rearview mirror. The Convenience package gains rear USB ports. Audi MMI Navigation Plus is now standard at the Premium Plus level. The free Audi Connect Nav trial subscription increases from six months to three years.

We recommend the Premium Plus trim for its balance of features and cost. It’s a popular choice.

The main rival is the Volvo V60 Cross Country, starting a little higher than the A4 allroad yet younger by a few model years. One alternative might be the Audi Q5 compact luxury SUV, which is similar in price and has the same engine as the A4 allroad.

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Most of the time, the turbocharged engine’s meaty 261 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque is just right for a compact luxury car with a greater hauling capability than usual. We’ve occasionally caught a fleeting glimpse of turbo lag, but we don’t think it’s a deal-breaker.

With maximum thrust coming in at just 1,600 rpm, there’s enough punch to get things moving. The A4 allroad can sprint from a standstill to 60 mph in 5.5 seconds. Accelerating up to freeway speeds is an easy task. The Volvo V60 Cross Country has 247 hp and is almost a second behind in the sprint to 60 mph.

A sophisticated ride quality in the A4 allroad straddles the line between comfort and control masterfully, complemented by supportive seats. If we had to make a cross-country trip in winter, we’d be happy with a 2025 A4 allroad, reassured by Audi’s quattro all-wheel-drive system.

Gaining extra practicality in this kind of body while losing a few degrees of sedan precision is a bargain many drivers might be prepared to strike. However, we still think the A4 allroad is far more poised and enjoyable than, say, a Lexus RX.

Fuel Economy

The A4 allroad achieves 26 mpg in combined city/highway driving. Premium gasoline is recommended. That’s close enough to the Volvo V60 Cross Country (27 mpg combined).

Extending Audi’s usual Gorgeous Cabins R Us approach to high-riding wagons, the 2025 A4 allroad furnishes a well-designed and well-assembled interior with leather seating surfaces, wood trim, and quality plastics.

Technology also makes a strong showing with a generously sized 10.1-inch infotainment screen and, in the top two trims, a digital driver information display that can show sharp navigation images from Google Maps as well as the usual speed and rpm stuff.

With 35.7 inches of legroom, we don’t think the rear seats are somewhere that tall adults will want to hang out for too long. Shorter friends and family members will be fine, though. And it still beats the Volvo V60 Cross Country by a half-inch.

Behind those 40/20/40-split folding rear seats is a luggage area of 24.2 cubic feet. With the seats folded down (we noticed they don’t go completely flat), a maximum cargo space of 58.5 cubic feet is possible. The V60 Cross Country expands to 60.5 cubic feet.

Accepted wisdom states that Americans don’t like wagons, which is a shame because Audi sells some arguably elegant wagons in Europe. However, show an American a wagon with some SUV-style plastic cladding down the sides (in gray or some body colors), a raised ride height, and all-wheel drive, and it’s a slightly different story. The great thing about the A4 allroad is that it’s in a pretty exclusive class and sleeker than a typical SUV.

Ground clearance is 6.5 inches. We’ve found that’s a happy medium between a regular sedan (the A4 sedan has 5.2 inches) and something like an Audi Q5 with about 7.9 inches. So those who like a slightly elevated driving position could find an A4 allroad ideal, especially if the hardiest terrain they need to tackle is a dirt road or snow.

Adaptive suspension
Part of the A4 allroad magic is a standard adaptive suspension that adjusts its responses within milliseconds to suit the conditions of the moment. Driving modes range from Comfort to Sport, including an Off-Road setting.

Standard all-wheel drive
Although the A4 allroad is not going as far into the wild as a Jeep Wrangler, we still think that all-wheel drive is a great asset on slippery roads and on that dirt trail leading to the lakeside cabin.

Powered tailgate
We just really like the convenience of having a powered tailgate, mostly because we have our hands full when we’re about to load something in. This feature is standard across the lineup.

Aluminum roof rails
Another standard feature. The rails are handy for carrying bikes, luggage, surfboards, canoes, etc. And they look good to us.

Bang & Olufsen audio
Bang & Olufsen is a top audiophile brand for good reason. A decent sound system is the gift that keeps on giving, especially in a plush family car that’s perfect for road trips. It’s standard in Premium Plus trim.

Virtual Cockpit
Audi was among the first to offer this kind of digital driver information display. We think it looks great, is easy to use, and saves looking to the center console for navigation information. It’s also standard from the Premium Plus level.

The A4 allroad employs a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine that produces an ample 261 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque. This power is sent to all four wheels through a 7-speed automatic transmission.

4-Year/50,000-Mile Warranty

Audi’s new-vehicle and powertrain warranties last four years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. Roadside assistance is included. This coverage is typical among European luxury car manufacturers.

Safety Ratings

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has named earlier model years of the A4 allroad a Top Safety Pick. Last year’s version scored top marks of Good in the three crash tests carried out by the institute. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has not crash-tested the A4 allroad specifically, but it did give the extremely similar A4 sedan a maximum 5-Star overall score.