Video Summary
Here is the summary of the video:- The refreshed Audi Q4 e-tron is now cheaper, has more range and power, and better charging.
- The older model is considered a step down from the new one.
- Audi in the United States doesn't honor battery warranties unless there's a battery failure, not for massive range loss.
- The Q4 55 e-tron has a 77 kWh battery pack.
- Charging from 10% to 80% takes 28 minutes on the right DC fast charger.
- A new post-conditioning feature cools the battery after driving or charging to prolong its life.
- A minimum of 500,000 kilometers should be expected from new EV batteries.
- Improved battery chemistry enables a longer range, now 258 miles on the EPA cycle, a 22-mile improvement.
- The revamped rear motor has 335 horsepower, doing 0 to 60 mph in about 5 seconds.
- Suspension has been improved for balance and dynamic driving.
- Steering characteristics and suspension tuning have been adapted for the occasion.
- 21-inch wheel upgrade package causes a 10% loss of driving range.
- The base Q4 55 e-tron costs $55,000, while the Sportback version costs $58,000.
- The car is a big improvement from the previous model and much more competitive, but the price is a little high.
- Compared to the Tesla Model Y, the interior is not as large.
