2023 Audi e-tron Sportback Review
Price Estimate: $36,589 - $39,322
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Pros
- Comfortable seats and ride
- Many standard safety and luxury features
- Well-executed driver assistance systems
Cons
- Touchscreen user interface can be distracting to use
- EPA-estimated range is merely adequate compared to others
- More expensive and less practical than the standard e-tron
What's new
- Black headliner now standard on all trims
- Minor updates to feature availability
- Part of the first e-tron generation introduced for 2019
Overview
The 2023 Audi e-tron Sportback is the coupe-like version of the brand's all-electric crossover SUV. The Sportback's sloped roofline looks more appealing, but the sacrifice is slightly less space for rear seat passengers. This is the final model year before the car receives an extensive update and takes on a new name, the Q8 e-tron Sportback.
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Discover the all-electric power and premium styling of the 2021 Audi e-tron Sportback Premium quattro. This stunning electric SUV coupe delivers an ex...
- Listing Information:
- VIN:
- WA11AAGE2MB010753
- Stock:
- H261237A
- Certified Pre-Owned:
- No
- Listed since:
- 07-03-2026
For this year, the Sportback's dual motors provide 355 horsepower or 402 hp when in the temporary Boost mode. With that Boost engaged, the Sportback can hit 60 miles per hour in 5.5 seconds, according to Audi. That's quick by normal SUV standards but a bit off the pace of the latest dual-motor electric SUVs. The same is true of range. The EPA estimates the e-tron Sportback can go about 225 miles on a full charge, which is less than several of its competitors.
Audi's e-tron does offer a comfortable, well-built interior and many appealing standard features. But for the money it's outclassed by the BMW iX, Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV and Tesla Model X. Even high-end versions of the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 are competitive and significantly less expensive. We suggest taking a look at those options first, or even waiting for the updated 2024 Q8 e-tron Sportback, before going with the 2023 model.
2023 Audi e-tron Sportback trim level differences
The 2023 Audi e-tron Sportback is offered in three trim levels: Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige. Power is derived from a 95-kWh battery pack and sent to front- and rear-mounted motors, making the e-tron Sportback all-wheel-drive. Power output is 355 horsepower and 414 lb-ft of torque, and the Boost mode increases that to 402 hp and 490 lb-ft for up to 8 seconds. The EPA-estimated range is 225 miles. Feature highlights include: Compare the 2023 Audi e-tron Sportback trim levels in-depth.
Which e-tron Sportback trim does Edmunds recommend?
Even with the base Premium trim's long list of standard features, we think the Premium Plus trim hits the sweet spot. The midlevel trim includes some desirable extras such as standard ventilated front seats, a Bang & Olufsen audio system, and adaptive cruise control with lane keeping assistance.

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2023 Audi e-tron Sportback EV Insights
Trim:
e-tron Sportback Premium S line
Estimated Range Based on Age
edmunds TESTED
225 miles
EV batteries lose 1-2% of range per year. Est. range for this car is 225 miles.
Estimated range mapfrom
Charging
SAE Combo
Plug Type

10 hrs
240V Home ChargingEV batteries should be kept at 30-80% charged to extend battery life.
When can I use NACS/Tesla charging stations?EV Battery Warranty
8 yrs or 100,000 miles
According to GeoTab’s data, if the observed degradation rates are maintained, the vast majority of batteries will outlast the usable life of the vehicle.
Estimated battery warranty remaining is 5 years or 58,000 miles for this car.
EV Tax Credits & Rebates
$100
Available Rebates. Restrictions apply.
- Restrictions: Edmunds is partnering with Treehouse, an independent provider of home EV installation services. Edmunds visitors receive a $100 discount when they contract with Treehouse for their home charger installation. Discount excludes permit, hosted inspection, and load management devices. Valid for 30 days.
To learn more, visit https://treehouse.pro/edmundsdiscount/
Cost to Drive
$96/mo
e-tron Sportback
vs
$215/mo
SUV Avg.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
Am I Ready for an EV?
- EV ownership works best if you can charge at home (240V outlet)
- Adding a home charging system is estimated to cost $1,616 in
- Edmunds is partnering with Treehouse, an independent provider of home EV installation services. Learn more about the installation services partnership
Need to install a charger at home?
Reliability
The 2023 Audi e-tron Sportback has a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic warranty and 2 recalls. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.
Recalls
2 recalls foundChecking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.
If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).
- Recall Number:
- 26V240000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 46P7
- Manufactured from:
- 2023-09-01 to 2024-05-13
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 18853
- Defect Description:
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Audi E-Tron Quattro, 2020-2023 Audi E-Tron Sportback, 2024 Q8 E-Tron, Q8 Sportback E-Tron, SQ8 E-Tron, and SQ8 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The fastener that connects the brake pedal and the brake booster may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake pedal to detach from the brake booster.
- Defect Consequence:
- Brake pedal detachment can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will inspect and tighten the pushrod screw joint as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 28, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46P7. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V621. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 17, 2026.
- Recall Number:
- 25V900000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- 90TV
- Manufactured from:
- 2021-03-26 to
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 356649
- Defect Description:
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Defect Consequence:
- A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.
Warranty
4 years / 50,000 miles Basic Warranty- Basic Warranty
- 4 years / 50,000 miles
- Drivetrain Warranty
- 4 years / 50,000 miles
- EV battery Warranty
- 8 years / 100,000 miles
- Rust Warranty
- 12 years / unlimited miles
- Roadside assistance Warranty
- 4 years / unlimited miles
Audi e-tron Sportback Reviews
Owner Reviews
5(67%)
4(0%)
3(0%)
2(0%)
1(33%)
Most Helpful Owner Reviews
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Best car I’ve ever owned
5 out of 5 starsNewVegasEV, 09/11/2021
2020 Audi e-tron Sportback Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD w/55 (electric DD)
I’ll try to keep this short, and use a pro/con list instead of a rant.
Pro’s
Quiet
Quick
Smooth
Solid Luxury Build
Good looks
Exclusive
Driver assistance works well
Wireless carplay
Ventilated Seats
Con’s
Range (shorter than competitors)
Sometimes feels heavy
Pricey
Long story short, I love this car. Had been shopping Ev’s for a while and when a great price came up, I jumped. While … I have never spent this much money on a car, I feel like what I’m driving is worth it. Bought a model Y and while I had amazing acceleration and better range (on paper) the build quality was dismal and the road noise was excessive. And this may not matter to some, but they are far too common now.
The biggest con (as you’ll see if you’ve done any research) is that the range is lower than competitors. This isn’t an issue for most people, definitely not for me. For my commute, I charge every 3 days and never have to worry. In addition, ev rates in Nevada mean I charge for .05 a kWh, meaning this car costs 1/6th less than my BMW X5. And I never have to go to a gas station again. Also, the Electrify America network is getting better, and made a 300 mile road trip a breeze.
Highly recommend checking this car out. Drive it back to back with competitors to see which benefits are important to you. There are definitely competitors that are arguably more fun to drive, and go further on a charge, but the pros of the etron Sportback outweighed he cons for me.
Unreliable Electronics and Uninspiring to Drive
1 out of 5 starsRobert S, 10/23/2022
2022 Audi e-tron Sportback Premium S line 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
I have owned.4 Audi’s and have had this one for six months. Five out of the six months the connectivity app has not worked. Audi doesn’t not seem to have a fix in sight. Currently the charging malfunctions at almost every charging station, requiring about an hour to call Electrify America and try to get enough of a charge to find another charger and try again. Overall a very … disappointing purchase and disappointing customer experience.
Wow what a car-blows away generic Teslas
5 out of 5 starsSteve Z, 10/29/2021
2021 Audi e-tron Sportback Prestige 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
Prestige trim offers owner luxury feature set N/A on a Tesla
Curb appeal draws attention
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2023 Audi e-tron Sportback, so we've included reviews for other years of the e-tron Sportback since its last redesign.
2023 e-tron Sportback Features & Specs
Premium S line
| MSRP (New) Excludes Destination Fee | $74,000 |
|---|---|
| EV Tax Credits & Rebates | |
| Engine Type | Electric |
| EPA Electric Range | 218 miles |
| Cost to Drive | $96/month |
| Total Charging Time (240V) | 10.0 hours |
| Seating | 5 seats |
| Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 27.2 cu.ft. |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
| Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
| EV Battery Warranty | 8 years / 100,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the e-tron Sportback models:
- Audi Pre Sense Front
- Warns if a front collision is imminent and applies the brakes if the driver doesn't respond in time.
- Audi Side Assist with Rear-Cross Traffic Assist
- Warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse.
- Vehicle Exit Warning
- Can prevent passengers from opening a door into traffic approaching from behind.
NHTSA Overall Rating
5 out of 5 starsThe National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverall4 / 5Driver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverall5 / 5
- Side Barrier RatingOverall5 / 5Driver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront Seat5 / 5Back Seat5 / 5
- RolloverRollover5 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of Rollover9.2%
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestGood
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalGood
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedGood
- Roof Strength TestGood
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintGood
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