Audi station wagons: Audi A6, Audi A4. Characteristics, test drive

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

Audi is best known as a manufacturer of executive business sedans or charged cars. But Audi station wagons also have their audience. Charged Avant, S7 and other models are very expensive and combine a roomy family car and sports power. How did the history of the Audi station wagon lineup begin? Read about it in this article.

Audi 80

The Audi 80 model was produced by the company from 1966 to 1996. The station wagon body began to be produced from the second generation, starting with the B1. In 1973, the model appeared in Europe as a coupe, sedan and 5-door station wagon.

The car was equipped with three engine options - 1.3-liter, 1.5-liter and 1.6-liter. In 1976, the company restyled the model and released a modified body. Restyling affected the headlights, the front of the car. The optics became square and acquired a more modern look, whichwas remotely similar to the current generation of "Audi". The model also became more powerful: the 1.5-liter engine was replaced with a 1.6-liter engine with a capacity of 85 horsepower.

In 1984, the model was transferred to the B2 platform. In this generation, there were no Audi station wagons. The 80 was produced in sedan and coupe versions.

Audi 100

This model from 1968 to 1994 was the flagship for Audi, until the change in the lineup.

The car had the features of more modern models. Since 1985, all bodies for the 100 "Audi" began to be made of galvanized metal, in contrast to the "Audi-80" station wagon. This car had the best aerodynamic coefficient at that time in its class. The car was equipped with the following units: 1.8-liter with 90 horses under the hood, 2-liter engine with 136 horsepower, 2.5-liter with 120 horsepower.

The Audi 100 wagon (Avant) was discontinued in 1994. Since then, Audi has revised its view of the lineup and introduced a new line.

New lineup

Since 1994, a new era has begun for Audi. The first car was the A6 line, which was previously called the "Audi C4" station wagon.

From this moment on, all Audi cars received an index with the letter A and a number (A3, A4, A6, and so on). Station wagons continued to appear onlyin two versions - A4 and A6 with the prefix Avant.

The first generation can be called the usual restyling of the "Audi-100". Model A4 appeared a little later. The bodies of this car received index B. These are all station wagons in the model range of the German concern. Next, we will talk about the latest generations of the two station wagons.

Audi A4 B9

In 2016, the A4 series received an update. The fifth generation in the B9 body is planned to be produced until 2017. Let us consider in more detail the appearance and characteristics of the station wagon. "Audi A4" station wagon began to produce simultaneously with the sedan. The new body has changed not so much externally as in terms of technology. The optics remained almost the same, the creators changed the usual lighting to LED headlights. In general, Avant began to look even sportier and more aggressive. Especially in red. A front bumper with "evil" air intakes on the sides, an aggressive line of headlights and a squat roof - all these details are characteristic only of Audi station wagons.

Inside the car - the realm of modern technology. All the developments that Audi has today, the company added to this car. Here you will find virtual instruments, wireless charging. The display of the multimedia system has been replaced with a new 8-inch screen with a rich picture. Focusing on the quality of materials and workmanship is silly - the German car industry has always been distinguished by great attention to detail and comfort.

After all, we are considering a family car, soWe need to talk about dimensions and capacity. "Audi A4" station wagon has become larger than its predecessor. The model is 4725 mm long, 1842 mm wide and 1840 mm high. Despite the fact that the car looks too squat and fast on the outside, it is quite tall in size.

The trunk with the rear seats in operation is small - 505 liters. If you fold the back row, you can get 1000 liters more. Inside the cabin is not crowded, but a large family or company is better not to travel long distances. For this purpose, the older model, which will be discussed later, is better suited.

Under the hood of the station wagon there can be one of the following engines: 1.4 liters for 150 horsepower, 2 liters for 190 horsepower and two similar diesel units. Station wagons "Audi A4" are available in two trim levels - Design and Sport. The cheapest option with a 1.4-liter engine and a Design package, the car will cost its owner about 1 million 950 thousand rubles. For the richest equipment with a powerful 2-liter engine, you will have to pay more than 2 million 300 thousand rubles.

A4 station wagon verdict

This car is perfect for a small family. In addition, it can be used as a business car and for work. Also, the car perfectly performs the function of weekend transport. The driver can enjoy driving thanks to the powerful engine and precise handling of the station wagon.

"Audi A6" station wagon

A6 -adult and serious car. This is proved by the whole appearance of the machine. The model is available in sedan and station wagon body styles. Anyone who is not familiar with Audi products is unlikely to distinguish the A4 and A6 station wagons. However, there are differences here.

Firstly, A6 is a business class. Accordingly, everything in it is done at a higher quality and more expensive level. Each owner has the opportunity to create a unique package that will meet all the necessary needs. Restyling of the car was carried out in 2014. In this form, the car is produced to this day.

Since each client can supply his equipment with the options he needs, there are no fixed sets of options for the "Audi A6" station wagon.

The car is sold with one of three engines to choose from: 1.8-liter with 190 horsepower, 2-liter with 250 horsepower and charged 3-liter with 333 "horses" under the hood. All options are petrol. The 1.8 liter engine is equipped with either a manual or automatic gearbox. More powerful options are paired with an automatic transmission.

The latest generation received rave reviews and high safety ratings. Even without additional options, the car cannot be called poor in terms of equipment. The trunk of the car is slightly larger than in the A4 station wagon - 565 liters with the rear seats unfolded and 1680 with the rear seats folded.

The cheapest station wagon with a 1.8 liter engine and a manual transmission will cost2 million 600 thousand rubles. The richest equipment with a powerful 3-liter engine will cost a little more than 3 million 600 thousand rubles.

Result

Audi station wagons are a combination of an executive class and a family car. At the same time, the Germans make this combination extremely balanced, so it is difficult to evaluate a car in one particular category. Both cars can serve for daily business trips, vacations with the family. At the same time, "Audi" can "ignite" on the pavement and bring a lot of emotions and driving pleasure.