Technical data

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• The additional shift stage makes driving
easier under difficult conditions (uphill
slopes / high loads) and protects the
clutch.
• Maximum operating comfort due to
electrohydraulic control.
• Electronic monitoring of shifting process
provides maximum protection against
incorrect shift procedure.
Additional shift stage
The additional shift stage offers the following
advantages:
• Additional advantage in heavy terrain on
extreme uphill slopes via increased
traction.
• Increased engine breaking effect on steep
downhill slopes.
• Lower vehicle speeds in difficult terrain or
manoeuvring with high trailer load (up to
2300 kg).
allroad quattro
The design and function of the
additional shift stage is described in
full from page 38 on.
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Vehicle speeds in 1st gear at 1000 rpm (6-speed manual gearbox)
A6 allroad
quattro
allroad quattro with additional
shift stage engaged
2.5-l-V6-TDI 8.0 km/h 7.6 km/h 4.9 km/h
2.7-l-V6-Biturbo 8.2 km/h 7.6 km/h 4.9 km/h