Video Summary
- The Q4 e-tron is cheaper, smaller, and more city-friendly than the e-tron SUV.- Unlike the original e-tron which was built on a platform designed for internal combustion engine (ICE) cars, the Q4 e-tron is built on a VW Group bespoke EV architecture (MEB platform).
- EV's built this way, from the ground up to be electric, are just better.
- The car’s LED headlights offer customized daytime running lights.
- The car has muscular haunches and shoulder lines that are reminiscent of the Audi Quattro.
- At 520 litres, the car has enormous boot/trunk space.
- Its large interior is a "tardis" due to the gubbins under the floor, and the elongated wheelbase.
- It boasts "expensive-feeling" material quality to everything you touch.
- It has new transmission controls, is relatively higher off the ground than an ID3, and has more suspension.
- The ride is smoother and more comfortable than comparable models.
- The new hexagonal, flat-bottom and top steering wheel is great to hold and use, but the touchscreen buttons are fiddly.
- With 316 miles of range (WLTP), there is plenty to "gap" trucks, but range will be nearer 300 miles in reality.
- It's not a sportier ride, its ease of use and comfort are the priorities.
- There is an augmented reality heads-up display, which is very clever.
- There are 3 versions available, with a rear wheel drive entry-level with less performance; and the quattro, with slightly less range but four-wheel drive.
- The 40 version will most likely be the popular model.
- Audi is hoping to make it their second best-selling model by the end of next year.
- Though not the 'best' electric luxury SUV due to competing models, it is a huge leap in the right direction and proof that EVs are getting better.
