Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro

Overview

The 2025 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro is Audi's seriously stylish entry into the premium compact electric SUV coupe game. It's gunning for rivals with its sharp looks, signature quattro all-wheel-drive grip, and a cabin brimming with tech. Key highlights for this top-spec 55 quattro include its potent dual-motor setup and a decent dollop of range. Expect a new price around $58,200, with estimated used values for this configuration currently near $36,893. It’s a compelling package for those wanting luxury and electric performance without going full-size.

What's New for 2025?

For 2025, the Q4 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro benefits from some tasty under-the-skin upgrades, largely carrying over from recent enhancements. The big news is a more powerful rear electric motor, bumping combined output to a lively 250 kW. You’ll also find retuned suspension for a smoother ride and sharper handling, plus tweaked steering for better feel. DC fast charging gets a boost too, now up to 175 kW for quicker pit stops. These tweaks make an already competent EV even more appealing in the crowded electric SUV market.

Design & Exterior

This Q4 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro really turns heads with its swoopy coupe-like roofline – it’s definitely the looker of the Q4 family! Upfront, you get Audi's signature Singleframe grille, cleverly adapted for EV duty, flanked by sharp LED headlights (Matrix designs are usually an option). The 55 quattro trim often rolls on snazzier, larger alloy wheels, typically 20-inchers, enhancing its sporty stance. Dimension-wise, it measures 180.6 inches long, 73.4 inches wide (sans mirrors), and 63.5 inches tall, making it perfectly sized for city jaunts and tight parking spots.

Interior, Tech & Cargo

Step inside the Q4 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro, and you're greeted by Audi's typically lush interior with high-quality materials and a properly modern vibe; some even use recycled bits! Passenger space is good up front, though that slinky roofline might pinch a tad on rear headroom for taller folks. You get 18.9 cubic feet of trunk space, expanding to a useful 51.6 cubic feet with the rear seats folded. There's no significant frunk, though. The tech fest includes Audi’s Virtual Cockpit and a slick MMI touchscreen, with standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Performance & Driving Experience

The 55 quattro badge means business: with dual motors (Induction at the front, Permanent Magnet Synchronous at the rear) churning out a combined 250 kW and a hefty 501 lb-ft of torque, this Audi scoots! It’ll nail 0-60 mph in a brisk 5.0 seconds, making it feel properly quick off the line. All-wheel drive ensures fantastic grip. For those needing to haul, it offers a 2,646 lb braked towing capacity. Expect a refined ride with adjustable regenerative braking, delivering a smooth yet sporty experience.

Range, Battery & Charging

Under the floor, the Q4 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro packs a 77 kWh usable battery, good for an estimated real-world range of 263 miles, as calculated by Green Cars Compare. Energy consumption is rated at a decent 3.42 mi/kWh. For charging, its standard 11 kW on-board AC charger will juice it up fully in about 7-8 hours overnight. When you're out and about, it can guzzle electrons at up to 175 kW from a DC fast charger via its CCS Type 1 port, taking you from 10-80% in around 30 minutes.

Safety & Driver-Assistance Features

Safety is top-notch, with the Q4 e-tron family earning a 5-star overall rating from NHTSA and consistently scoring as an IIHS Top Safety Pick+. The 55 quattro comes loaded with Audi Pre Sense basic and front collision warning with emergency braking as standard. You'll also typically find features like lane departure warning, blind-spot monitoring (Audi side assist), and rear cross-traffic alert included or readily available in popular packages on this trim. Adaptive cruise assist with lane guidance is a popular, and highly recommended, option for stress-free highway cruising.

Warranty & Maintenance Coverage

Audi backs the Q4 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro with a new vehicle limited warranty, typically 4 years or 50,000 miles in the US. Crucially, the high-voltage battery is covered for a more reassuring 8 years or 100,000 miles, including a guarantee against excessive degradation (usually to 70% of its original capacity). Powertrain coverage often aligns with the basic warranty. While Audi doesn't usually offer extensive complimentary maintenance, Audi Care pre-paid maintenance plans are available to keep your electric chariot in top-notch condition for years to come.