I'm considering buying an Allroad, which I'd like to at some point take
through remote outback Australia across some long rough unsealed roads.

My question is: should I be concerned about the durability of the
low-profile tyres, and if so, is it possible to fit it with more practical
alternatives?

And also, has anyone had any experience in replacing the space-saver with
something more appropriate in a 4WD?

Thanks,

Gordon

The Allroads in the US come with a full size spare, I don't know about AUS
but even before they were standard the wheel well was large enough for a
real tire.

If the car comes with "high performance" tires they will be too soft and
sticky for what you are considering. I might suggest a light truck tire if
you can find one that will fit.
Have a good trip!

BR
"Gordon" <Gordon (AT) standback-dart (DOT) net.au> wrote

"Gordon" <Gordon (AT) standback-dart (DOT) net.au> wrote

Just go to http://www.audiworld.com/forum/allroad.html
If you search the archives there you will find a lot of info
on tires for the allroad (and much other info).

Regards,
-Reijer-

BillyRay wrote:

You may want to change wheels, too - no sense ruining those alloys on a
rock. Changing to a smaller wheel (15"?) would also allow taller tires.

--
Mike Smith