Audi Front
Europe's first six-cylinder front-wheel-drive production car.
- Power
- 40 bhp
- Top speed
- 62 mph
- Est. value
- $45k–$120k
About the Audi Front
The Audi Front UW 220 was a pioneering effort by the newly formed Auto Union to modernise the Audi brand using front-wheel-drive technology. It utilised a Wanderer-sourced 2.0-litre straight-six engine that was rotated 180 degrees to drive the front wheels, a configuration denoted by the 'UW' (Umgekehrter Wanderer) designation. While technically advanced with independent front suspension, its high price and the novelty of front-wheel drive limited its commercial success. Today, it is highly regarded by collectors as a landmark in Audi's engineering history and a precursor to the brand's modern identity.
Audi Front specs
The Audi Front produces 40 bhp (30 kW). It has a top speed of 62 mph (100 km/h).
| Make | Audi |
|---|---|
| Model | Front |
| Trim | UW 220 |
| Years | 1933–1934 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | About 1,817 built |
| Engine | 2.0-litre straight-six |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,950 cc (1.9 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 40 bhp (30 kW) at 3,500 rpm |
| Top speed | 62 mph (100 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,300 kg (2,866 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 31 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is an Audi Front worth?
A typical Audi Front is estimated to be worth $45,000 – $120,000 (about £34,000 – £89,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Audi Front rarity in CarSpot
The Audi Front is an Epic card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 72 out of 100. Supercars and serious performance cars, typically worth around £100,000 to £250,000. An Epic card is worth 80 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Audi Front fun facts
- The 'UW' in the name stands for 'Umgekehrter Wanderer', which translates to 'Reversed Wanderer', referring to the flipped engine layout.
- The Audi Front beat the famous Citroën Traction Avant to production by approximately one year, making it a true FWD pioneer.
- Because the Audi factory was busy building DKWs, the Front was actually manufactured at the Horch plant in Zwickau.