Audi e-tron Range Buying Guide - Comparison, Cost, Features & Lots More

The Audi e-tron range is Audi's fully electric car offering. This lineup covers SUVs to high performance luxury sport cars and comes with many benefits and features to you.

Lets explore this new line up in detail below and this guide to help you choose which car is right for you individual requirements.

Table of contents

• What benefits does Audi's E Tron range give you?
• What cars make up the E Tron range?
• How do the e-tron car types differ from each other?
• What are the key features of each e-tron?
• How much do e-trons cost?
• How to connect Apple CarPlay to an e-tron using the MMI infotainment system?
• How to connect Android Auto to an e-tron using the MMI infotainment system?
• Can the E-tron range use the EV&me App?
• What is the EV&me and what can you do with it?
• Related Guides and Car Reviews
• Not sure if the e-tron range is right for you

What benefits does Audi's E Tron range give you?

An Audi e-tron are cars that make up Audi's fully electric range. This range comes with a number of benefits. These include:

• Less emmissions whilst driving
• Less servicing due to fewer moving parts
• Free access to low Emission Zones
• Exempt from congestion charges in certain parts of the country
• Lower Benefits In Kind tax charges for company cars

What cars make up the E Tron range?

At time of writing the e-tron range is made up of 8 car types. This line up contains:

• Audi Q4 e-tron
• Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron
• Audi Q8 e-tron
• Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron
• Audi SQ8 e-tron
• Audi SQ8 Sportback e-tron
• Audi e-tron GT Quattro
• Audi RS e-tron GT

How do the e-tron car types differ from each other?

The e-trons key stats and metrics by model include:

* Please note this is based on lots of factors and is under ideal conditions. For instance the following variables can all affect this figure and need to be taken into consideration:

• Additional accessories fitted
• Air conditioning & heating usage
• Temperature and weather
• The driving profile set 
• The vehicle's condition
• The weigh of a load
• Traffic conditions
• Your personal driving style

What are the key features of each e-tron?

With so many cars in the range, knowing the key features of each is important to know which car is the most suited to you. Below you will find a summary of each, with links to take you to more detailed information on each car.

Audi Q4 e-tron key features

The Audi Q4 e-tron is an attractive entry point into the world of e-mobility, as Audi’s first electric compact SUV. A high front, powerful body and expressive rear come together to create an unmistakable design. The Q4 e-tron comes with a choice of two batteries and powertrains, the 35 e-tron with a compact 52 kWh battery producing 170PS and a range of up to 208 miles – or the 40 e-tron, with a large 77 kWh battery delivering 204 PS and a range of up to 316 miles.

Audi Q4 e-tron pictures

Audi Q4 e-tron can come with the following

• 100kW DC charging capability (55kWh battery)
• 11 kW onboard charger (82kWh battery)
• 125kW DC charging capability (82kWh battery)
• 19 Inch x 8.0J 5-W-spoke 'aero' alloy wheels, Graphite grey, gloss turned finish, with 235 / 55 (front) 255 / 50 (rear) R19 tyres
• 2 USB-C ports with charge and data functions
• 3-zone automatic air conditioning
• 4-way electric lumbar support for front seats
• 55kWh (net 52kWh) battery (35 e-tron)
• 7.2 kW onboard charger (55kWh battery)
• 82kWh (net 77kWh) battery (40 e-tron)
• AC and DC charging access point positioned on the rear right
• Accent surfaces in gloss black Centre console control panel, switch panel and trim on front doors in gloss black
• Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS)
• Airbags for driver and front passengers with front passenger airbag deactivation
• Aluminium look interior elements
• Aluminium roof rails
• Anti-theft alarm
• Anti-theft wheel bolts
• Audi connect navigation & infotainment plus includes:
• Audi Connect Navigation and Infotainment Services Plus (3 year subscription)

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• Audi Drive Select
• Audi Pre-sense Front with Pedestrian and Cyclist detection
• Audi Smartphone Interface
• Audi sound system 8 loudspeakers including centre speaker and subwoofer, 6-channel amplifier with total output of 180 watts.
• Audi Virtual Cockpit 10.25 inch display
• Auto-dimming and frameless rear view mirror
• Bluetooth interface
• Body-coloured door mirrors
• Camera-based traffic sign recognition
• Charging port to the high-voltage battery with Combined Charging System type 2 (CCS 2), i.e. a combined AC and DC charging port
• Child lock operated electronically
• Comfort auxiliary air conditioning The vehicle interior can be cooled or warmed to the desired temperature prior to departure. Can be conveniently programmed and activated via MMI touch or the myAudi app on your smartphone.
• Comfort Suspension
• Compact e-tron charging system
• Contrast bumpers in Manhattan grey paint finish
• Cruise control system with speed limiter
• DAB digital radio
• First-aid kit with warning triangle and vests
• Folding door mirrors with auto-dimming function for both the driver’s and passenger’s side – electrically folding, adjustable and heated with built-in LED side indicators and kerb-view function for passenger side
• Front and rear floor mats
• Front centre armrest
• Front door sill trims with aluminium inlay
• Front side airbags with head airbag system and front interaction airbag
• Front Sports seats in Routine cloth with integrated head restraints
• Gloss styling pack horizontal window trims in aluminium
• Headlining in steel grey cloth
• Heated front seats
• Household plug type G (UK)
• i-Size child seat mounting on the front passenger side and i-Size and top tether on the outer rear seats
• Industry plug CEE 32 A/230 V/long & straight
• Inlay in black paint finish. Accent surfaces on the instrument panel and centre console in silver paint effect finish
• Interior lighting (white light)
• Keyless-Go
• Lane departure warning
• LED headlights with LED daytime-running light
• LED rear lights
• Legal emergency call (e-call)
• Manual seat adjustment for front seats
• MMI Navigation Plus with high resolution 10.1 inch touchscreen colour display
• Mode 3 type 2 AC charging cable 22kW
• Non-smoking pack
• Power-operated tailgate
• Progressive steering
• Projection light in the exterior mirrors 'e-tron' logo projected from the underside of the exterior mirror onto the ground
• Rear parking sensors
• Seat belt monitoring
• Single frame grille with a structured, closed surface within an Octagonal shape
• Split-folding rear seat bench – can be split 40:60 or fully
• Swerve assist and turn assist
• Twin spoke leather multifunction steering wheel with trim in Chrome look and touch operation
• Tyre pressure loss indicator
• Vehicle Tool kit with tyre repair kit
• Windscreen with acoustic glass

Audi e-tron GT key features

Inside, the e-tron GT Quattro design marries sporty ergonomics with passenger comfort. Even with the tapering rooflines, the car effortlessly houses up to 5 occupants. In front of the driver, the continuous horizontal lines of the dash hold a centre instrument console and touch screen panel that just seem to float. And front Sport seats, available in leather or leather-free, give optimum support, even when cornering at speed.

Watch the Audi e-tron GT in action

Audi e-tron GT pictures

Audi e-tron GT key features

• 11KW on-board charger
• 20 Inch '5-twin spoke' design alloy wheels in platinum grey
• 3-zone deluxe automatic climate control
• Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS)
• Anti-theft alarm with tow-away protection
• Anti Theft wheel bolts
• Audi Drive Select
• Audi Pre-Sense Front and Basic
• Black cloth headlining
• Compact e-tron charging system
• Cruise control system with speed limiter
• Door sill trims with aluminium inlays, front and rear with e-tron GT logo at the front
• Exterior mirror housings in body colour
• Exterior mirrors – electrically folding, adjustable and heated
• First-aid kit with warning triangle and vests
• Frameless auto-dimming rear view mirror
• Front and rear floor mats
• Heat Pump
• Heated front seats
• Household plug type G

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• Industry plug CEE 32 A/230 V
• Inlays in Graphite Grey
• ISOFIX and i-Size child seat mounting with top tether for the outer rear seats
• Keyless-Go with motion activated boot opening
• Lane departure warning
• LED headlights with dynamic turn signal
• LED interior lighting pack
• LED rear lights with dynamic indicators
• MMI Navigation with MMI Touch
• Mode 3 / Type 2 AC charging cable
• Parking System Plus
• Power-operated tailgate
• Privacy glass
• Quattro® all-wheel drive with self-locking centre differential
• Rear-view camera
• Remote preconditioning
• Shaped outer rear seats and an additional centre seat with manually height-adjustable head restraints, split-folded 40:20:40
• Side airbags, front and rear and head airbag system
• Singleframe grille in Hekla grey
• Solid or metallic paint
• Sport contour 3-spoke leather flat bottom steering wheel, multi-function plus and energy recovery paddles
• Sport Seats with integrated headrests and electric adjustment
• Steel brake callipers in black
• Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirror
• Suspension with damper control
• Twin leather seats
• Tyre pressure monitoring system
• Tyre repair kit

Audi e-tron S key features

With its stunning, aerodynamic body and elegant, luxurious cabin, the Audi e-tron S certainly has a unique presence. Driven entirely by two electric motors that produce up to 300kW (or 408PS) of power harnessed by Quattro all-wheel-drive, it heralds a new era. Not just for those seeking the benefits of electric mobility, but for everyone who demands the driving experience of an Audi.

Audi e-tron S pictures

Audi e-tron S key features

• 10 loudspeakers including subwoofer
• 11 KW onboard charger
• 180 watt amplifying capacity
• 2-zone automatic air conditioning including remote preconditioning
• 21 inch x 9.5J '5-arm' S design alloy wheels
• 4-corner air suspension with electronic shock absorption control
• 6-channel amplifier
• Anti-theft alarm
• Anti-theft wheel bolts and wheel loosening detection
• Audi beam-"e-tron"
• Audi drive select
• Audi Sound System
• Cruise control with speed limiter
• Electrically adjustable front seats including memory function for the driver's seat
• Front and rear floor mats
• Heated front seats
• Luggage compartment cover
• MMI Navigation Plus with MMI Touch. Twin touch screens with haptic feedback
• Progressive steering
• quattro all-wheel-drive
• S specific front bumper with spoiler lip and air intake surrounds in silver S specific front bumper with spoiler lip and air intake surrounds in silver
• Side airbags, front, and head airbag system
• Super sport seats with diamond stitching and S embossing
• Tool kit

How much do e-trons cost?

As pricing goes you are looking at the following prices for each car in the line up.

How to connect Apple CarPlay to an e-tron using the MMI infotainment system?

Connecting Apple CarPlay couldn't be simpler. All you need to do is follow this simple step by step guide.

1. Firslty make sure your iPhones Bluetooth is enabled
2. Next in the iPhones bluetooth settings make sure you have enabled Apple CarPlay
3. On the e-trons infotainment screen in front of you, you should now see a notification saying something similar to: "You have connected an iPhone to the MMI that supports Apple CarPlay. Would you like to use this function?". Tap the Apple Carplay button / Yes to continue
4. A new notification will appear along the lines of: "When Apple CarPlay is active, data is transferred between your vehicle and the iPhone. Are you sure you want to use Apple CarPlay and agree to this data transfer?" If you are happy to proceed please click Yes, agree
5. That is it. Your Infotainment system will now show you the Apple CarPlay compatible Apps

How to connect Android Auto to an e-tron using the MMI infotainment system?

Connecting Android Auto also couldn't be simpler. All you need to do is follow this simple step by step guide.

1. Firstly make sure that the Android Auto App is installed on your p[hone from the Play Store
2. Secondly connect your phone via USB to the e-trons infotainment system
3. On the e-trons infotainment screen in front of you, you should now see a notification saying something similar to: "You have connected a smartphone to the MMI that supports Android Auto. Would you like to use this function?". Tap the Android Auto button / Yes to continue
4. A new notification will appear along the lines of: "With Android Auto, data is transferred between your vehicle and the smartphone. Would you like to use Android Auto?" If you are happy to proceed please click Yes, agree
5. YOu will now see some prompts on your smartphone that you will need to follow
6. That is it. Your Infotainment system will now show you the Apple CarPlay compatible Apps

Can the E-tron range use the EV&me App?

Yes, they can.

What is the EV&me and what can you do with it?

The EV&me app is an Audit dedicated App for use their fully electric cars and hybrid cars.

The App then lets you compare performance information, running costs, track your journey, and charging time.

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Not sure if the e-tron range is right for you

If you are still not sure if the Audi e-tron is right car for you, why not give our Audi specialists a call and we will be able to help.