2022 Audi e-tron S Sportback
MSRP range: $87,400 - $92,400
- 2022
2022 Audi e-tron S Sportback Review
byBrent Romans
Senior Editor, Written Content
Brent Romans has worked in the automotive industry since 1996. He has written or edited thousands of expert car reviews and road-tested hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career.Pros
- Spacious interior
- Comfortable seats and ride
- Lots of standard and available safety and tech features
Cons
- Infotainment operation can be distracting
- Regenerative braking effect isn't as strong as in many other EVs
- Estimated driving range falls short of top rivals
What's new
- New tri-motor e-tron S Sportback debuts
- Part of the first e-tron generation introduced for 2019
There aren't many electric SUVs on the market, but the ones that exist are all pretty darn good. That's certainly the case with the Audi e-tron Sportback, which boasts a smooth ride, impeccable cabin materials and plenty of premium features among its positive attributes. This Sportback is the sporty-looking version of the regular all-electric e-tron SUV. Its sloping rear roofline adds style, but you sacrifice a little cargo space and rear headroom in the process.
Edmunds Cost to Drive & Tested Range
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 Audi e-tron S Sportback Prestige 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $0.13 per kWh for electricity and $4.50 per gallon average in Virginia.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
$73/mo
e-tron S Sportback Prestige
vs
$236/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
Edmunds Tested RangeEdmunds begins with a full battery charge and drives the vehicle on a mix of city and highway roads (approximately 60% city, 40% highway) until the battery is almost entirely empty. (We target 10 miles of remaining range for safety.) The miles traveled and the indicated remaining range are added together for the Edmunds Tested Range figure.
Our real-world test measures the number of miles you can drive on a full battery before it needs to be recharged
e-tron S Sportback Prestige
Edmunds data coming soon
Avg. Electric Midsize SUV
274 mi
Audi is further enhancing the e-tron Sportback's appeal for 2022 with a new performance-oriented e-tron S Sportback. The e-tron S has an additional motor, bringing the total to three for this all-wheel-drive SUV. Combined output is 429 horsepower, which can be temporarily increased to 496 hp. Audi estimates that the e-tron S Sportback can sprint from 0 to 60 mph in 4.3 seconds using launch control. (The standard 355-hp model does 0-60 mph in as little as 5.5 seconds.)
If you're tired of being smoked by Teslas at a freeway on-ramp, the e-tron S Sportback might justify its considerable price increase over the regular e-tron. But there's still the issue of the e-tron's range, which falls short of expectations with just 212 miles on a full charge, according to the EPA. And that's with the stock 20-inch wheels. Get the bigger 22-inch wheels and range drops to 185 miles. We like the e-tron S Sportback, but we also suggest checking out the new BMW iX, which is similarly powerful and luxurious but has considerably more range.
Which e-tron S Sportback does Edmunds recommend?
A case can be made for any e-tron trim, but the Premium Plus is the sensible choice if you're getting an S. You get a few extra features with the Prestige, but we don't think it's worth spending more to get them.
Audi e-tron S Sportback models
The 2022 Audi e-tron S Sportback comes with all-wheel drive and three electric motors good for a combined power output of 429 horsepower and 596 lb-ft of torque, or temporary boosting to 496 hp and 717 lb-ft. Audi sells it in Premium Plus and Prestige trims. Range estimates vary from 185 miles to 212 miles depending on configuration.
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2022 Audi e-tron S Sportback pricing
in Ashburn, VA
Premium Plus
electric DD
Edmunds suggests you pay$89,977
Prestige
electric DD
Edmunds suggests you pay$95,138
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Features & Specs
- Total MSRP
- $88,495
- EPA Battery & Range
- EPA KWh/100 mi.This value tells you how much energy in kilowatt-hours a vehicle would use to travel 100 miles. Unlike mpg, however, where a larger number is better (for example, a vehicle that gets 30 mpg is better than one that gets 20 mpg), a smaller number is better in kWh/100 miles because you are using less battery energy per mile.: 45
- Time To Charge Battery (At 240V)This can be tough to pin down, but we assume for simplicity that the 240V power source will enable the vehicle's onboard charger to operate at full capacity, and that the battery is fully depleted and will be recharged to 100%. Given those assumptions, the value provided is simply the battery's capacity divided by the onboard charger's power rating. For example, a battery rated at 100 kWh will need 12.5 hours to recharge fully using an 8.0-kW charger.: 10.0 hr.
- EPA Electricity RangeThis value is the estimated number of miles that a vehicle can travel in combined city and highway driving (using a mix of 55% highway and 45% city driving) before needing to be recharged, according to the EPA's testing methodology.: 212 mi.
- EPA Combined MPGeA combined total of 45% city MPGe + 55% highway MPGe: 75 MPGe
- Seating
- 5 seats
- Drivetrain
- Type: all wheel drive
- Transmission: 1-speed direct drive
- Basic Warranty
- 4 yr./ 50000 mi.
- Dimensions
- Length: 193.0 in. / Height: 65.0 in.
- Overall Width with Mirrors: 86.2 in.
- Overall Width without Mirrors: 77.8 in.
- Curb Weight: 6085 lbs.
- Cargo Capacity, All Seats In Place: 27.2 cu.ft.
Safety
Our experts’ favorite e-tron S Sportback safety features:
- Audi Pre Sense Front
- Warns if a front collision is imminent and applies the brakes if you don't respond in time.
- Audi Side Assist
- Notifies you if a vehicle is lurking in a blind spot or if rear cross-traffic is approaching when in reverse.
- Top View Camera System
- Provides a top-down view to help accurately guide the e-tron into a parking spot.
Audi e-tron S Sportback vs. the competition
2022 Audi e-tron S Sportback
2022 Audi Q4 e-tron
Audi e-tron S Sportback vs. Audi Q4 e-tron
Audi's electric lineup grows this year with the introduction of the Audi Q4 e-tron SUV. The Q4 e-tron is smaller, less expensive and less powerful than the e-tron. Cabin quality is up to Audi's typically high standards, however, so going with the Q4 means you're only missing out on the standard e-tron's extra space and quicker acceleration.
Audi e-tron S Sportback vs. Tesla Model Y
The Tesla Model Y costs thousands of dollars less than the e-tron S Sportback even if you get the range-topping Model Y Performance. That said, the e-tron gives you the upscale interior design and premium materials that you'd expect of a vehicle in this price range. You also don't run the risk of Audi putting in a silly yoke steering wheel or adding whoopie cushion sound effects halfway through the e-tron's life cycle.
Audi e-tron S Sportback vs. BMW iX
Audi sees new competition this year in the form of the BMW iX. Like the e-tron, the iX is a midsize SUV that brings a lot more to the table than just a love-it-or-hate-it exterior design. Acceleration from the standard dual-motor setup (producing 516 horsepower) is rapid, the ride is comfortable and the cabin is suitably high-tech. There aren't many drawbacks with this big luxury EV, but its starting price is quite a bit higher than the e-tron's.
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FAQ
Is the Audi e-tron S Sportback a good car?
The Edmunds experts tested the 2022 e-tron S Sportback both on the road and at the track. What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the e-tron S Sportback has 27.2 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Audi e-tron S Sportback. Learn more
What's new in the 2022 Audi e-tron S Sportback?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2022 Audi e-tron S Sportback:
- New tri-motor e-tron S Sportback debuts
- Part of the first e-tron generation introduced for 2019
Is the Audi e-tron S Sportback reliable?
To determine whether the Audi e-tron S Sportback is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the e-tron S Sportback. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the e-tron S Sportback's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2022 Audi e-tron S Sportback a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2022 Audi e-tron S Sportback is a good car. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2022 e-tron S Sportback is a good car for you. Check back soon for the official Edmunds Rating from our expert testing team Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2022 Audi e-tron S Sportback?
The least-expensive 2022 Audi e-tron S Sportback is the 2022 Audi e-tron S Sportback Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $87,400.
Other versions include:
- Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD) which starts at $87,400
- Prestige 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD) which starts at $92,400
What are the different models of Audi e-tron S Sportback?
If you're interested in the Audi e-tron S Sportback, the next question is, which e-tron S Sportback model is right for you? e-tron S Sportback variants include Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD), and Prestige 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD). For a full list of e-tron S Sportback models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more
