{"id":27597,"date":"2021-04-15T16:32:17","date_gmt":"2021-04-15T21:32:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.emanualonline.com\/blog\/?p=27597"},"modified":"2021-04-15T16:32:17","modified_gmt":"2021-04-15T21:32:17","slug":"audi-q4-e-tron-electric-crossover-is-a-vw-id-4-in-premium-clothing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.emanualonline.com\/blog\/audi-q4-e-tron-electric-crossover-is-a-vw-id-4-in-premium-clothing","title":{"rendered":"Audi Q4 e-tron Electric Crossover is a VW ID.4 in Premium Clothing"},"content":{"rendered":"

Audi launched its most affordable EVs to date, the Q4 e-tron and Q4 Sportback e-tron crossovers, both based on the VW ID.4.<\/p>\n

The Q4 e-tron is the German manufacturer\u2019s first EV<\/a> on VW\u2019s MEB platform. More specifically, it sits on the same platform as the VW ID.4<\/a> and the Skoda Enyaq<\/a> iV. The model is available in two configurations: the usual compact-SUV style and a Sportback version with coupe-like aerodynamic styling.<\/p>\n

Compact Dimensions, But a Very Spacious Interior<\/h2>\n

The Q4 e-tron measures 4,588mm long, 1,865mm wide, and 1,632mm high, placing it right between the Q3 and Q5 in Audi\u2019s<\/a> lineup. Much of the car is the same as the concept that Audi revealed in 2019\u2019s Geneva Motor Show, and the Q4 e-tron and its Sportback variant certainly show off the revolutionary electric design.<\/p>\n

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With Volkswagen\u2019s MEB platform, Audi was able to provide a very spacious interior, thanks to the battery<\/a> pack placement under the floor. Audi says the interior space offered by the Q4 e-tron nearly matches its higher-end SUVs.<\/p>\n

Inside the Q4 e-tron, Audi has fitted a standard 10.25-inch instrument panel and a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment display, with options to upgrade to Audi\u2019s flagship 12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit system and a new 11.6-inch MMI plus touchscreen.<\/p>\n

The Q4 e-tron is Packed With Hi-Tech Features<\/h2>\n

Also making its debut on the Q4 e-tron is Audi\u2019s new augmented reality heads-up display which shows vital information and navigation directions projected onto the road using a depth effect.<\/p>\n

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Moreover, extensive driver assists and collision avoidance systems are in place, along with a predictive efficiency assistant that checks the navigations and traffic signs to use battery power most efficiently.<\/p>\n

The Q4 e-tron also brings in a new lighting feature that allows the driver to change between four different light signatures for the digital LED headlights.<\/p>\n

Multiple Battery Packs and Powertrains on Offer<\/h2>\n

The Q4 e-tron and the Sportback come with various battery sizes and motor outputs. The Q4 e-tron 35 is the entry-level model, packing a 52-kWh battery pack powering a single motor on the rear axle that produces 168 HP and 310Nm of torque. The range is rather unimpressive 212-miles under the WLTP cycle. The Sportback variant extends the range by 5 miles thanks to better aerodynamics.<\/p>\n

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Next comes the mid-range Q4 e-tron 40 and its Sportback version with a 77-kWh battery and a powerful rear motor producing 201 HP and 310Nm of torque. This model manages 323-miles on the WLTP cycle, the highest in the Q4 e-tron lineup.<\/p>\n

The highest-end variant is the Q4 e-tron 50 Quattro, featuring an all-wheel-drive system with two powerful motors on both axles. It uses the same 77-kWh battery as the \u201840,\u2019 but the extra motor increases output to 295 HP and 460 Nm of torque. It has the quickest 0-60mph time at 6.2 seconds with a top speed of 112 mph and a range of 303 miles.<\/p>\n

Both the 40 and 50 Quattro come with an 11kW AC home charging capability and a CCS rapid charging rate of 125kW.<\/p>\n

Pricing Details<\/h2>\n

Audi still hasn\u2019t confirmed US pricing details, only that it would go on sale in June. Also, American buyers might receive free charging from VW\u2019s<\/a> Electrify America network.<\/p>\n

In Germany, the Q4 e-tron 35 starts at \u20ac41,900, the Q4 e-tron 40 is priced from \u20ac47,500, and the 50 Quattro will cost \u20ac52,900. All Sportback versions will add \u20ac2,000 to the SUV pricing.<\/p>\n

Gallery (Q4 e-tron)<\/h2>\n