Audi's first all-electric car was known as the e-tron and was released in 2019. While it resembled the rest of the Audi SUV lineup, it produced zero tailpipe emissions and ran solely on electric power. While the nameplate didn't make it out of the first generation, Audi has used the e-tron name for numerous cars, using it for every electric model produced. This particular model turned into the Q8 e-tron in 2022.
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Why buy a used Audi e-tron?
If you're in the market for a car that's practical, high-end and comfortable, then a used Audi e-tron is a great choice. This all-electric SUV is large and spacious, perfect for the needs of a busy family. It has a high-tech cabin and exceptional acceleration along with improved traction and handling due to standard four-wheel drive.
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Pros
- Four-wheel drive traction
- Spacious interior
- High quality cabin and tech
Cons
- Expensive to buy new
- Some cheaper rivals have more range
- Very heavy car
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Engines and transmissions
While there are varying outputs available with the Audi e-tron, every model includes an automatic transmission and four-wheel drive.
Electric- Three power outputs exist (50, 55 and e-tron S) with the first two using dual electric motors (one on each axle) and the S having two motors in the rear and a single in the front
- 50 outputs 308bhp, moving the e-tron to 62mph in 6.8 seconds with a top speed of 118mph
- 55 increases the output to 402bhp, reducing the 0-62mph time to 5.7 seconds
- e-tron S has a rating of 503bhp, so it takes just 4.5 seconds to get to 62mph
Driving range reaches up to 254 miles per charge on the 55 model, which includes the larger 86kWh battery
Practicality
The Audi e-tron is a family-friendly electric vehicle with plenty of room for passengers and luggage, making it practical for everyday driving.
Interior space- Commanding position can be found in the driver's seat and stored with available memory function
- Rear seat offers lots of headroom and legroom, even for taller passengers
- Rear doors open wide to give access to ISOFIX points for installing child seats
- 605-litre boot is larger than the BMW iX
- 40:20:40 rear seats fold down to increase the capacity up to 1,755 litres
Large boot opening reveals no load lip, so sliding in luggage is a breeze
Safety
- 2019 Euro NCAP rating was a perfect five stars
- 91% given to adult occupant, with 85% for child occupant
- Standard kit includes lane assist and automatic emergency braking
Technology
- Smartphone connection is available through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Standard stereo has 10 speakers, but there was an optional Bang & Olufsen setup with 16 speakers
- Rear-view screens were available in place of the door mirrors
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Different generations of used Audi e-tron
First Generation (2020 to 2022)
- Fuel type:
- Full Electric
- Engine Size:
- MPG:
- Acceleration:
- 5.7 - 6.8 seconds
- Boot space:
- 660 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 5 / 5 stars
Greenest
300kW 55 Quattro 95kWh Sport 5dr Auto
Cheapest
230kW 50 Quattro 71kWh Black Edition 5dr Auto
Fastest
300kW 55 Quattro 95kWh Sport 5dr Auto
Used Audi e-tron FAQ's
Which is the most popular engine in the Audi e-tron?
All e-tron models come with electric motors instead of a traditional engine, with varying outputs available. Many drivers stick to the base configuration with an output of 308bhp which helps to keep the cost down.
Which are the most popular model variants?
Audi has offered numerous variants in the production of the e-tron, including Black Edition, Launch Edition, S Line and Technik. The Technik seems to be among the most popular, coming with all of the typical standard equipment such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, along with possible upgrades.
What optional extras should I look out for?
Look out for the rear-view screens that are put in place of the door mirrors. There is also an available memory function for the driver's seat to help it return to position after someone else has used it.
Is the Audi e-tron a good family car?
The e-tron has a large amount of rear headroom and legroom, so all passengers can be comfortable when taking a holiday drive. There's also a massive boot that's bigger than the BMW iX.
Is there a hybrid version of the Audi e-tron?
The e-tron is the first electric vehicle from Audi. It was only available with multiple variations of the all-electric powertrain and a hybrid variant wasn't built.
Is the Audi e-tron available as an automatic?
The e-tron uses a single-speed automatic transmission, resulting in instantly available torque. There's no option to purchase an e-tron with a manual gearbox.
Is there a four-wheel drive version available?
All e-tronmodels include quattro all-wheel drive. Power is distributed to all four wheels to increase traction and provide better handling.
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