2002 Audi Allroad Consumer Reviews
Most Helpful Reviews
Positive Review
Beware of the automatic transmissions in this car. Simply Google the issue and you'll see what I'm talking about. Audi should have recalled these transmissions because the vast MAJORITY of people have massive problems with them. First issue is the Reverse Drum. When this breaks, the car won't go into reverse unless you're on a perfectly flat service. Second issues are the main transmission seals. They go. Third issue is the Torque Converter. The total cost for all three materials is about $1,200. But what kills people is the labor to take out the transmission. They realized in 2004 that these transmissions had major problems and changed for 2005. If buying used... MAKE SURE THE REVERSE DRUM HAS BEEN REPLACED. If it has not been replaced, you'll have to do it for $3-4k at some point in time when the reverse drum cracks.
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Critical Review
This is an awesome car until it breaks down an you. And it will. You'll learn words like torque clutch converter, air bladder suspension system, and serpentine belt and learn to hold onto your wallet. When the torque converter clutch failed - a part that I've read Audi went cheap on when designing the transmission - I had to get a new transmission. That was $6,000. When the first air bladder went out on the front end, I replaced it for $3,000. Then it happened again, so I replaced the whole suspension for $3,500. I've had the car for three years. Bought it for less than $15,000 and put at least that much back into it for repairs. Beware the Audi Allroad. It's performance will grab you; the repairs will shake you.
2002 allroad Reviews
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Still running might sell with 230,000 miles . Maintenance will always be expe sive on Audi nomatter what so know that .
Versatile, capable, smooth, classic handsome lines
Upkeep can be expensive
Bought it new in 2003. Has served me well these past 16 yrs. Quattro 4 wheel drive system impressive - twice caught in a blizzard in Tahoe where even 4 wheel drive trucks/SUVs couldn't get out. I raised the suspension, followed a snow plow, then drove between the side road marker poles (couldn't see the road) and got out of the blizzard. In 2017 followed a raised Chevy Suburban up a rocky mountain access road to the top of the mountain lookout station without a problem. Interior is very nice, comfortable, well built. Bose sound system fantastic. Ride on freeway is smooth, better than a Mercedes per my mechanic. Handling is good (not like BMW M3 but quite good for a wagon). Packed my wife, 2 kids, and our dog on many trips throughout the years - can hold a lot of equipment (with a rooftop carrier box). My son now borrows it to go snowboarding with his friends. As it aged, things break down and they are expensive to repair. Will need an AC compressor soon ($2500), had a new alternator put in ($1000), will need a new heater core for winter ($2500), etc, so you get the idea. Not as reliable as my Toyota Prius, but Toyotas are like appliances - they do the job reliably but don't evoke any pleasure, plus the new Toyota/Lexus designs are so ugly, unlike the nice Mazda designs.
I bought this car thinking I was getting a luxury sport wagon. I was horribly mistaken. I have problems monthly with this vehicle it seems. I'm the second owner with 85000 miles on it. I've owned the car for about a year and I've already had to replace the front air bags ($1700), timing belt/ valve cover seals/ water pump ($1900), brakes($500) and the battery($160). Now I'm needing rear shocks because it bounces like crazy over every little bump in the road. I was in "wow" mode when I bought it, but now realize the interior is cheap and I am not impressed with the overall build quality for being an Audi. The front edge of the pop-out cigarette lighter tray fell off and had to glue it back on, the front edge of the pop-out drink holder in the dash fell off and I had to glue it back on, the pop-out cup holder by the E-brake broke ($120), dome lights periodically turn on/off by themselves while driving and the rear cargo door inner cover has broken for whatever reason. The car still leaks oil which my mechanic says is absolutely normal for all Audis and to just live with it like all other Audi owners. All in all, besides it being the fastest and smoothest riding car I've ever owned, it's a nightmare to deal with. Good luck to anyone considering buying an early 2000's Allroad. Think I'll stick with Volvos.
Great car with low maintenance
Versatile, fun to drive, esp with turbo/stick.
Pricey to maintain, and premium fuel only.
As another reviewer wrote, this car will, and has in my case, lasted almost 200K miles, if you are willing to spend some bucks and take care of it. I'll be sorry to see this one have to go when the time comes.
Fun to Drive, VERY SAFE, Dependable, Great Looking
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Love my Audi Allroad! It has been the best, all around, funniest car I have ever owned. Take it to the beach, lower it to drive up a twisty mountain road, then raise the suspension and power through the snow. What fun! Great quality leather on the seats. My last car was a Mercedes Benz, nice car but the electrical didn't like the dust you get from a fun life style and the leather seats were soft but not as durable as the Allroad's. The Allroad's electronics has not complained once about my fun, dusty, lifestyle. The handling is unbelievable. I also own a Porsche, although they handle differently just because of their differences such as engine placement, I'm not sure which one is more fun. I love my Audi Allroad!
handles well
expensive to repair
Had few electric issues but the car is over 10+ years old. Looks very classic, handles well, comfortable ride, interior held up well, and turbo is reliable.
a superior automobile with incredible performance
suspension susceptibility to salt corrosion
Despite the fractious problems with the variable air suspension failures (in the US due to corrosion of the aluminum components of the system from winter road born salts), this car rides better and accelerates from 60 - 80 mph faster than your usual Porsche Carrera. The suspension chews up tires as it should do, offering exceptional road handling capabilities. If you find one, buy it, fix it, and know you're driving a machine three times its worth in performance
