The 2021 Audi A6 Allroad is equipped with a 3.0L V6 engine producing 335 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque. It is mated to a 7-speed S-tronic dual-clutch automatic transmission and power is transferred to all four wheels via the legendary Quattro system. It is also supplemented with a 48-volt mild-hybrid electric vehicle technology with recuperation. Both the trims are offered with the same drivetrain and offer exactly the same performance.
It can do a 0-60 mph sprint in about 5.1 seconds and a quarter-mile drag is completed in about 13.5 seconds. However, sometimes the drivetrain feels unresponsive when demanded with the sudden need of power. The performance is slightly less than the Audi A6 sedan but that's understandable considering the higher curb weight of the vehicle. Overall, the performance is satisfactory and can help with better traction owing to the Quattro system.
Model
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202 Audi A6 Allroad
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2021 Volvo V90 Cross-Country
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2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class wagon
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2021 Mini Countryman JCW
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MSRP
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$69,400
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$54,550
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$66,100
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$41,900
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Engine
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3.0L V6 Turbocharged TFSI
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2.0L 4-cylinder twin-turbocharged
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3.0L V6 Bi-turbo
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2.0L twin power turbocharged, inline-4
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Drivetrain
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AWD
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AWD
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AWD
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AWD
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Transmission
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7-Speed S Tronic Dual Clutch automatic
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8 speed Geartronic automatic
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9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic
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8 speed automatic
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Power
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335 hp @ 5,500 RPM
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316 hp @ 5,700 RPM
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362 hp @ 5,500 RPM
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301 hp @ 5200 rpm
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Torque
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369 lb-ft @ 1,370 RPM
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295 lb-ft @ 2,200 RPM
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369 lb-ft @ 1,800 RPM
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331 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm
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0-60 MPH
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5.1 seconds
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5.8 seconds
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5.1 seconds
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4.9 seconds
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Quarter Mile
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13.5 seconds
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15.5 seconds
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13.7 seconds
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14.7
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Top Speed
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130 MPH
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130 MPH
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130 MPH
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155 MPH
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The Mercedes-Benz E-Class wagon is the most powerful wagon of the lot and offers maximum firepower, followed by Audi A6 Allroad and Volvo V90 Cross Country. But they can’t quite match the performance of the smaller Mini Countryman JCW owing to their higher curb weight and dimensions. The Mini Countryman is equipped with a much smaller engine and is lighter as well. It is also more compact in dimensions and offers a much better power to weight ratio than all of them.
How well does the 2021 Audi A6 Allroad handle?
The Audi A6 Allroad is a wagon but don’t let the exterior form factor fool you. It handles exceptionally well for a wagon of its size. The ride quality is refined and well-controlled NVH levels within the cabin add to a pleasant driving experience. The Audi A6 all-road has a softer suspension setting for better interior comfort as compared to some of its rivals.
However, with the help of adaptive air suspension, the ride behavior and ride height can be adjusted depending on the driving mode. Even in the dynamic setting the ride is not very stiff and can make the car glide over undulations with ease. The availability of the Quattro all-wheel-drive system is a boon and provides adequate traction under all driving conditions.
2021 Audi A6 Allroad Braking Performance
The 2021 Audi A6 Allroad is equipped with a nearly 13.0-inch brake rotor on each of its wheels. To be precise the front rotors are 13.3-inches in size and the rear rotors are exactly 13.0-inches in size. All the rotors work simultaneously and offer adequate braking performance under all driving conditions. When brakes are applied at a speed of 60 mph, the rotors work hard to reduce the momentum and bring the A6 wagon to a complete stop within 119 feet of stopping distance. It’s not the worst considering its weight but we expected a shorter stopping distance from it.
Model
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202 Audi A6 Allroad
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2021 Volvo V90 Cross-Country
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2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class wagon
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2021 Mini Countryman JCW
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Brake Front (in)
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13.3
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13.6
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14.2
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NA
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Brake Rear (in)
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13.0
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12.6
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12.6
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NA
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Curb Weight (lbs)
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3825
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3913
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4299
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3450
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60-0 MPH (ft)
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119
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110
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108
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116
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The Mercedes-Benz E-Class wagon offers the best braking performance and has the shortest braking distance in comparison. The bigger front rotors definitely help to reduce the momentum in a better way despite the higher curb weight of the E-Class wagon. It is followed by the Volvo V90 Cross-Country with just 2 feet more i.e 10 feet of stopping distance. The Mini Countryman also loses out in the braking performance test despite being smaller and lighter than its larger wagon rivals. It offers about 116 feet of stopping distance.