The 2005 Audi Allroad is a SUV that came with a choice of 2.7L 6-cyl and 4.2L 8-cyl engines. At 21 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.
| Body style | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD |
|---|---|
| Engines | 2.7L 6-cyl, 4.2L 8-cyl (turbocharged versions available) |
| Transmissions | Manual 6-spd, Automatic (S5) |
| Drive | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
| Fuel economy | 14–15 city / 19–21 highway / 16–17 combined MPG |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $4,850–$5,150 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles) |
| Tailpipe CO₂ | 523–555 grams per mile |
| Versions tested by EPA | 3 configurations |
| Age | 21 years |
Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 2005 Audi Allroad. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.
Volkswagen is recalling 68,240 my 2001-2004 Audi a6 quattro vehicles equipped with 2.7l, 2.8l, or 3.0l engines and my 2001-2005 Allroad quattro vehicles equipped with 2.7l or 4.2l engines. The aging of the plastic material in the fuel tank rollover valve combined with bending stress from the aluminum ventilation line to the rollover…
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could lead to a vehicle fire.
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with halogen low beam headlights, certain connector pins in the headlight switch connector come into contact with each other causing a short circuit. Note: vehicles with xenon low beam headlights are not affected because the circuit in these vehicles contains a fuse, which precludes excessive…
Risk: This condition could lead to overheating or fire.
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2005 Audi Allroad with NHTSA. 1 report involved a fire.
Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.
Manufacturers have filed 70 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2005 Audi Allroad. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.
This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.
This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc.
Added new graphic to reflect where to find MY 21 information
This informational bulletin explains when the range display is empty in the on-board computer.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).
NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 2005 Audi Allroad.
Fuel tank leak
Volkswagen (vw) is recalling certain vw passat 4motion and Audi a6 quattro and Allroad quattro all-wheel drive passenger cars.vw vehicles subject to recall were manufactured from november 22, 2000 through may 31, 2005 and Audi vehicles subject to recall were manufactured from june 2, 2001 to june 1, 2005.the NHTSA reca
It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.
Yes. We buy 2005 Allroads that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.
Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 Audi Allroad; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.
Data retrieved October 2026.
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