2023 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron
MSRP range: $58,200 - $65,900 Price range reflects Base MSRP for various trim levels, not including options or fees.
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2023 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron Review
Pros
- Good-looking inside and out
- Approachable technology
- Competitive passenger and cargo space
Cons
- Unimpressive maximum driving range
- Not as quick as rivals
- Relatively high price
- Ineligible for federal EV tax credit
What's new
- Standard S line styling cues
- Larger 11.6-inch touchscreen infotainment display
- New augmented reality tech for infotainment system
- Part of the first Q4 Sportback e-tron generation introduced for 2022
Overview
Audi has expanded its electric vehicle lineup in recent years, and the latest addition to the automaker's EV family is the Q4 e-tron in both standard (reviewed separately) and Sportback body styles. Like other Audis with the Sportback designation, the 2023 Q4 Sportback e-tron has a more rakish roofline for an SUV coupe appearance. It went on sale briefly as a 2022 model and returns for 2023 with several changes.
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Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron EV Insights
Range
270 miles
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.
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Charging at Home
9 hoursStandard port for most electric models. Supports Level 1, Level 2, and DC Fast charging.
Total Charging Time (240V outlet)
SAE Combo
Plug Type
Battery Life
8 yrs or 100,000 milesThe federal government requires that EV batteries be warrantied for a minimum of eight years or 100,000 miles. The EV battery warranty includes replacement if your battery capacity drops below a certain percentage of the original capacity.
Battery Warranty
EV batteries lose 1-2% range loss per year. Est. range for this car is 230 miles after 8 years.Electric cars typically experience 1-2% of range loss per year with slightly faster degradation over the first 50,000 miles as the car settles into its long term state, according to Recurrent's study of 15,000 EVs.
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Cost to Drive
$65/mo
Q4 Sportback e-tron
vs
$194/mo
SUV Avg.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
All Q4 Sportback e-trons now have sporty S line styling as standard equipment. A larger 11.6-inch touchscreen display is also standard, and the available head-up display offers an augmented reality upgrade. This feature projects navigation system directions onto the windshield in front of the driver, making them appear to float more than 30 feet in front of the SUV, showing which lane to use and where to turn. Matrix headlights are also available for 2023, offering customizable light signatures.
The Q4 Sportback e-tron is a compact electric luxury SUV, and within the Audi lineup, it overlaps with the Audi Q5 Sportback. The two SUVs are about the same size on the inside, but the Q4 is a little smaller on the outside. It's also more expensive than the Q5 Sportback, which is typical for EVs.
Dual-motor all-wheel drive is standard, and Audi says it takes 36 minutes to recharge the battery from 5% to 80% using a 150-kW DC fast-charging station. The maximum EPA-estimated driving range measures 242 miles, falling short of several competitors. The Q4 Sportback e-tron faces a growing list of rivals that includes the Cadillac Lyriq, Genesis GV60, Lexus RZ, Mercedes-Benz EQB and Tesla Model Y.
Appealing design is the Q4 Sportback e-tron's main strength, followed by approachable technology and practical utility. However, acceleration and driving range fall short of the best electric SUVs in the class.
Which Q4 Sportback e-tron does Edmunds recommend?
Buying a luxury vehicle is, in part, about having nice things. If you agree, you'll want the Q4 Sportback e-tron in Premium Plus trim. It includes upgraded digital instrumentation, a navigation system, connected services, a premium sound system, and adaptive cruise control with lane centering assistance.
Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron models
The 2023 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron comes in Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige trim levels. A dual-motor all-wheel-drive electric propulsion system is standard, with a permanently excited synchronous motor at the front axle and an asynchronous motor at the rear axle providing a combined maximum of 295 horsepower.
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Features & Specs
- Pricing
- Total MSRP: $59,395
- Federal EV Tax Credit: Not available Based on income
- 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.: 36
- 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.: 9 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.: 242 mi.
- EPA Combined MPGeA combined total of 45% city MPGe + 55% highway MPGe: 95 MPGe
- Seating
- 5 seats
- Drivetrain
- Type: all wheel drive
- Transmission: 1-speed direct drive
- Warranty
- Basic: 4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
- EV Battery: 8 yr./ 100,000 mi.
- Dimensions
- Length: 180.7 in. / Height: 64.0 in.
- Overall Width with Mirrors: 83.0 in.
- Overall Width without Mirrors: 73.4 in.
- Curb Weight: 4,883 lbs.
- Cargo Capacity, All Seats In Place: 26.1 cu.ft.
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Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron vs. Genesis GV60
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron and Genesis GV60 are similarly sized and priced, but the two automakers take different approaches to building an electric luxury SUV. Genesis combines distinctive design and an elegant cabin with extremely quick recharging capability. In contrast, the Audi is more restrained and more technical, though no less appealing. The Audi and Genesis offer similar maximum driving range estimates and power ratings.
Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron vs. Mercedes-Benz EQB
The Mercedes-Benz EQB is based on the Mercedes GLB, which emphasizes utility over style. So, would you rather drive an electric SUV that's sleek, sporty and zippy or a slower boxy SUV with more cargo space and a tiny third-row seat? Your answer to this question will point you toward the more expensive Audi or the less expensive Mercedes. Both models provide similar driving range.
Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron vs. Tesla Model Y
The Tesla Model Y is the best-selling vehicle in its class, and that's not surprising. It is fast and roomy, and it offers significantly more driving range on a full charge. You can even get a third-row seat in the Tesla, but it's best for kids only, just like the Mercedes EQB's. If you want to find out what it's like to live with a Tesla Model Y, read Edmunds' long-term road test of the electric SUV.
Safety
Our experts’ favorite Q4 Sportback e-tron safety features:
- Pre Sense Front
- Warns the driver of a potential front collision and automatically applies the brakes if the driver fails to take action.
- Adaptive Cruise Assist
- Adapts vehicle speed to a driver-set speed and maintains a safe following distance to the vehicle ahead.
- Lane Guidance
- Steers to keep the vehicle in the center of lane unless the driver signals a lane change or exit from a highway.
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FAQ
Is the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron a good car?
The Edmunds experts tested the 2023 Q4 Sportback e-tron 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 Q4 Sportback e-tron has 26.1 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 Q4 Sportback e-tron. Learn more
What's new in the 2023 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2023 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron:
- Standard S line styling cues
- Larger 11.6-inch touchscreen infotainment display
- New augmented reality tech for infotainment system
- Part of the first Q4 Sportback e-tron generation introduced for 2022
Is the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron reliable?
To determine whether the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Q4 Sportback e-tron. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Q4 Sportback e-tron's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2023 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2023 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron is a good car. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2023 Q4 Sportback e-tron 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 2023 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron?
The least-expensive 2023 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron is the 2023 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron Premium 4dr SUV AWD w/50 (electric DD). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $58,200.
Other versions include:
- Premium 4dr SUV AWD w/50 (electric DD) which starts at $58,200
- Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD w/50 (electric DD) which starts at $64,400
- Prestige 4dr SUV AWD w/50 (electric DD) which starts at $65,900
What are the different models of Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron?
If you're interested in the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron, the next question is, which Q4 Sportback e-tron model is right for you? Q4 Sportback e-tron variants include Premium 4dr SUV AWD w/50 (electric DD), Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD w/50 (electric DD), and Prestige 4dr SUV AWD w/50 (electric DD). For a full list of Q4 Sportback e-tron models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more