2022 Audi e-tron





Total MSRP | $67,095 |
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What others are paying | $68,581 |
2022 Audi e-tron Review

- Spacious interior
- Comfortable seats and ride
- Lots of standard and available safety and tech features
- 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
- Chronos Edition trim level replaces the previous Prestige trim
- 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, which boasts a smooth ride, impeccable cabin materials and plenty of premium features among its positive attributes. It essentially offers all the opulence, comfort and performance you'd expect from something like an Audi Q7 but with the power coming from electrons rather than internal combustion.
On the downside, the e-tron is getting a bit dated compared to fresher competition. Its infotainment system isn't the easiest to use, and its short driving range can limit its usefulness for long-distance trips. If those drawbacks are making you consider alternatives, check out the BMW iX, Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo, and Tesla Model Y or Model X. Audi's new Q4 Sportback e-tron, which is a smaller electric SUV, is another good choice if you need something with a lower price. Check out our test team's Expert Rating for a full rundown of the e-tron's hits and misses.
Performance
Our biggest misgiving: the touchiness of the brakes. They make it hard to stop smoothly in routine driving. Also, Audi has shied away from offering the lift-throttle regenerative braking modes that have made other electric cars fun to drive, and we think that's a missed opportunity.
Comfort
Driver and passengers alike will enjoy the comfort and sumptuousness of the seats, and the quad-zone climate control system is powerful enough to keep all passengers comfortable to their personal satisfaction. We don't often find the latter in all-electric SUVs, so it's heartening to see that Audi didn't compromise here.
2022 Audi e-tron pricing
in Ashburn, VA
Interior
The controls, on the other hand, are a mixed bag. The drive mode shifter is unique yet intuitive to use, and many of the smaller controls buttons work fine. But the infotainment and climate control systems rely too heavily on touchscreen interfaces. They look stunning but are overly complex.
Technology
As for driver aids, the standard suite of crash avoidance tech includes automated emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic monitoring and intervention, and lane keeping assist. The optional adaptive cruise control has a lane-centering function that makes freeway traffic less of a slog.
Storage
You'll find a decent amount of clever storage space inside with the exception of small cupholders. But the e-tron is particularly good when it comes to fitting child safety seats. The e-tron also has a decent tow rating of 4,000 pounds, but fast-charge stations aren't suited to vehicles with trailers. However, you can certainly use the hitch as a mount for a bike rack.
Range and Efficiency
Home charging benefits from a 9.6-kW onboard charger that's paired with a matching cord that comes with a NEMA 14-50 plug end, and the car can charge very quickly at a sustained 150 kW on the Electrify America DC fast-charging network.
Value
The warranty and roadside assistance coverage is solidly average, but other ownership factors are off the charts. The e-tron comes with an onboard charger and 240-volt charge cord that can be accommodated by the addition (by a certified electrician) of a matching socket; there's no need to purchase an entire home charging station.
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Audi e-tron models
The 2022 Audi e-tron is an all-electric midsize SUV sold in a number of powertrain configurations and trim levels. The standard e-tron is all-wheel-drive and is powered by two electric motors (one at the front, one at the back). Maximum output is 355 horsepower and 414 lb-ft of torque, with a boost to 402 horsepower and 490 lb-ft for up to 8 seconds when the transmission is in Sport mode. EPA-estimated range is 222 miles on a full charge.
This e-tron is available in Premium, Premium Plus and Chronos Edition trim levels.
e-tron Premium
The base e-tron Premium starts you off with:
- 20-inch wheels
- DC fast-charging capability (up to 150 kW)
- Adaptive air suspension (adjusts for ride height, ride comfort and handling stability)
- Hands-free liftgate
- Panoramic sunroof
- Digital instrument panel
- Power-adjustable, heated steering wheel
- Leather upholstery
- Heated front seats
- Four-zone climate control system
- 10.1-inch infotainment touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
- 10-speaker audio system
- Navigation system
The Premium's advanced safety features include:
- Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
- Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)
- Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
- Front and rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)
In contrast to other Audis, the e-tron has a relatively light set of optional features. For the Premium, you can add:
- Convenience package
- Black-painted exterior styling elements
- Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front )
- Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
- Emergency assist (detects an unresponsive driver and brings the e-tron to a safe stop)
- Turning assist (detects when a driver is making an unsafe turn across approaching traffic and automatically stops the e-tron)
- Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the e-tron and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
- Rear automatic braking (brakes if sensors detect an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle)
- Towing package
- Tow hitch
- Seven-pin tow connector
- 4,000-pound towing capacity
e-tron Premium Plus
The midtier Premium Plus adds:
- Convenience package (minus the black-painted exterior trim)
- Additional charging port on right side of SUV
- Matrix-design headlights
- Configurable ambient lighting
- Ventilated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system
- Wireless phone charging and an onboard signal booster
- Traffic sign recognition (alerts the driver to new road signs, including speed limits and stop signs)
The Premium Plus is also available with a pair of packages:
- Black Optic package
- 21-inch black-painted wheels
- Black-painted exterior styling elements
- Orange brake calipers
- Towing package
e-tron Chronos
The new Chronos trim effectively takes the place of the Prestige trim from last year's e-tron. It's essentially the same trim, but it's available in exclusive Chronos Gray paint. Features include:
- Black Optic package
- Upgraded headlights
- Dual-pane acoustic glass for a quieter cabin
- Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield)
- Extended leather on dashboard, console and armrests
- Massaging front seats
- Rear window sunshades
- Soft-close doors (catch as they're being closed and gently pull shut)
- Intersection assist (warns you of cross traffic in an upcoming intersection)
The Towing package is also available with the Chronos trim.




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NOTE: This video is about the 2019 Audi e-tron, but since the 2022 Audi e-tron is part of the same generation, our earlier analysis still applies.
Features & Specs
- Total MSRP
- $67,095
- 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.: 43
- 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 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.: 222 mi.
- EPA Combined MPGeA combined total of 45% city MPGe + 55% highway MPGe: 78 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: 65.5 in.
- Overall Width with Mirrors: 86.2 in.
- Overall Width without Mirrors: 76.2 in.
- Curb Weight: 5765 lbs.
- Cargo Capacity, All Seats In Place: 28.5 cu.ft.

Safety
Our experts’ favorite e-tron 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.
NHTSA Overall Rating 5 out of 5 stars
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating | Rating |
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Overall | 4 / 5 |
Driver | 4 / 5 |
Passenger | 4 / 5 |
Side Crash Rating | Rating |
Overall | 5 / 5 |
Side Barrier Rating | Rating |
Overall | 5 / 5 |
Driver | 5 / 5 |
Passenger | 5 / 5 |
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings | Rating |
Front Seat | 5 / 5 |
Back Seat | 5 / 5 |
Rollover | Rating |
Rollover | 5 / 5 |
Dynamic Test Result | No Tip |
Risk Of Rollover | 9.2% |
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
Side Impact Test | Good |
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Roof Strength Test | Good |
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint | Good |
IIHS Small Overlap Front Test | Not Tested |
Moderate Overlap Front Test | Good |
Audi e-tron vs. the competition

2022 Audi e-tron

2022 Audi Q4 e-tron
Audi e-tron 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 vs. Tesla Model Y
The Tesla Model Y costs thousands of dollars less than a comparable e-tron 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 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.
FAQ
Is the Audi e-tron a good car?
What's new in the 2022 Audi e-tron?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2022 Audi e-tron:
- Chronos Edition trim level replaces the previous Prestige trim
- Part of the first e-tron generation introduced for 2019
Is the Audi e-tron reliable?
Is the 2022 Audi e-tron a good car?
How much should I pay for a 2022 Audi e-tron?
The least-expensive 2022 Audi e-tron is the 2022 Audi e-tron Premium 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $65,900.
Other versions include:
- Premium 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD) which starts at $65,900
- Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD) which starts at $74,800
- Chronos Edition 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD) which starts at $83,400
What are the different models of Audi e-tron?
2022 Audi e-tron Overview
The 2022 Audi e-tron is offered in the following submodels: e-tron SUV. Available styles include Chronos Edition 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD), Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD), and Premium 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD). Audi e-tron models are available with a undefined-liter electric engine, with output up to 402 hp, depending on engine type. The 2022 Audi e-tron comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 1-speed direct drive. The 2022 Audi e-tron comes with a 4 yr./ 50000 mi. basic warranty, a 4 yr./ unlimited mi. roadside warranty, and a 4 yr./ 50000 mi. powertrain warranty.
What do people think of the 2022 Audi e-tron?
Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 2022 Audi e-tron and all its trim types. Overall, Edmunds users rate the 2022 e-tron 2.0 on a scale of 1 to 5 stars. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2022 e-tron.
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
Edmunds Expert Reviews
Edmunds experts have compiled a robust series of ratings and reviews for the 2022 Audi e-tron and all model years in our database. Our rich content includes expert reviews and recommendations for the 2022 e-tron featuring deep dives into trim levels and features, performance, mpg, safety, interior, and driving. Edmunds also offers expert ratings, road test and performance data, long-term road tests, first-drive reviews, video reviews and more.
Our Review Process
This review was written by a member of Edmunds' editorial team of expert car reviewers. Our team drives every car you can buy. We put the vehicles through rigorous testing, evaluating how they drive and comparing them in detail to their competitors.
We're also regular people like you, so we pay attention to all the different ways people use their cars every day. We want to know if there's enough room for our families and our weekend gear and whether or not our favorite drink fits in the cupholder. Our editors want to help you make the best decision on a car that fits your life.
What's a good price for a New 2022 Audi e-tron?
2022 Audi e-tron Premium 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
Available Inventory:We are showing 2 2022 Audi e-tron Premium 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD) vehicle(s) available in the in the Ashburn area.
2022 Audi e-tron Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
2022 Audi e-tron Chronos Edition 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
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What is the MPG of a 2022 Audi e-tron?
2022 Audi e-tron Chronos Edition 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD), 1-speed direct drive, electric
2022 Audi e-tron Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD), 1-speed direct drive, electric
2022 Audi e-tron Premium 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD), 1-speed direct drive, electric
EPA Est. MPG | N/A |
Transmission | 1-speed direct drive |
Drive Train | all wheel drive |
Displacement | N/A |
Passenger Volume | N/A |
Wheelbase | 115.3 in. |
Length | 193.0 in. |
Width | N/A |
Height | 65.5 in. |
Curb Weight | 5765 lbs. |
Should I lease or buy a 2022 Audi e-tron?
Is it better to lease or buy a car? Ask most people and they'll probably tell you that car buying is the way to go. And from a financial perspective, it's true, provided you're willing to make higher monthly payments, pay off the loan in full and keep the car for a few years. Leasing, on the other hand, can be a less expensive option on a month-to-month basis. It's also good if you're someone who likes to drive a new car every three years or so.
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