Three quarter view of an A6 Allroad in motion.

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quattro

Legendary quattro all-wheel drive. Only from Audi.

What sets us apart from the rest.

quattro isn’t just an all-wheel drive system—it’s what makes an Audi an Audi. Combining exceptional driving dynamics with extraordinary traction and efficiency, quattro creates a driving experience like no other.

quattro features

Rear sport differential
The available rear sport differential sends power to the outside rear wheel when turning, allowing the rear wheel to rotate faster for improved cornering performance.
Variable torque split
A variable torque split between the front and rear wheels delivers power where and when it's needed most, granting more traction to the axle with the most grip for a surefooted feeling in almost any condition.*
*When driving during cold, rainy, snowy or icy weather conditions, ensure that your vehicle is equipped with appropriate all-season or winter tires. Even with appropriate tires, you must always drive in a manner appropriate for the weather, visibility and road conditions.
Torque vectoring
Torque vectoring works by braking the inside wheel in corners, proactively transferring torque to the outside wheel—which helps turn the car and improve handling performance.
Rear sport differential
The available rear sport differential sends power to the outside rear wheel when turning, allowing the rear wheel to rotate faster for improved cornering performance.
Variable torque split
A variable torque split between the front and rear wheels delivers power where and when it's needed most, granting more traction to the axle with the most grip for a surefooted feeling in almost any condition.*
*When driving during cold, rainy, snowy or icy weather conditions, ensure that your vehicle is equipped with appropriate all-season or winter tires. Even with appropriate tires, you must always drive in a manner appropriate for the weather, visibility and road conditions.

quattro systems

One-size-fits-all isn’t in our vocabulary. That’s why we’ve tailored quattro to complement each and every one of our models—for an exhilarating ride, every time. Watch the videos below to learn about the different systems.

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Reimagined for an electric future

Driving an EV doesn’t mean compromising performance. Audi e-quattro systems deliver the same exceptional driving dynamics that Audi has been providing for decades—so you can make the switch with confidence.

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Maximum efficiency.
Under normal driving conditions, e-quattro delivers power to a single axle, helping reduce energy consumption—and boosting your vehicle’s range capabilities as a result.
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Quick response.
Audi e-quattro distributes torque from the electric motors to the wheels in around 30 milliseconds, providing a remarkable level of control.
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e-torque vectoring plus
Available on e-tron GT models, e-torque vectoring plus quickly distributes torque on the rear axle to the wheel that needs it most—making for excellent traction and improved agility when powering through turns.
Maximum efficiency.
Under normal driving conditions, e-quattro delivers power to a single axle, helping reduce energy consumption—and boosting your vehicle’s range capabilities as a result.
US model shown. Specifications may vary
Quick response.
Audi e-quattro distributes torque from the electric motors to the wheels in around 30 milliseconds, providing a remarkable level of control.
European model shown. Specifications may vary.

quattro history is Audi history.

The legend of quattro began nearly five decades ago—and the story is still unfolding. Discover the full timeline below.

A 1980s Audi vehicle driving through the snow.

Past.

quattro came to be in the winter of 1976, when Audi engineers noticed that AWD prototypes outperformed their FWD counterparts in the deep snow. Shortly after, quattro became the first permanent all-wheel drive system for passenger cars. Since then, it's inspired many imitations—but no equal.

When driving during cold, rainy, snowy or icy weather conditions, ensure that your vehicle is equipped with appropriate all-season or winter tires. Even with appropriate tires, you must always drive in a manner appropriate for the weather, visibility and road conditions.

Past.

Experience quattro in action.

Lineup of Audi electric vehicles indoors.

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An Audi employee handing the keys to a new Audi owner.

quattro

Legendary quattro all-wheel drive. Only from Audi.

What sets us apart from the rest.

quattro features

Rear sport differential

Variable torque split

Torque vectoring

Rear sport differential

Variable torque split

quattro systems

Reimagined for an electric future

Maximum efficiency.

Quick response.

e-torque vectoring plus

Maximum efficiency.

Quick response.

quattro history is Audi history.

Experience quattro in action.

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