Audi Q4 e-tron Owner’s Guide
The e-tron lineup has expanded with the Audi Q4 e-tron SUV. It’s guaranteed to be one of the most popular EVs on the road that will probably win over a number of people that swore they’d always own gas-powered vehicles. From its ample but not oversized cabin to the Quattro all-wheel drive, the Audi Q4 e-tron is an electric vehicle that’s sure to have mass-appeal.
Find out more about what it’s like to own and drive an Audi Q4 e-tron in Austin.
Audi Q4 e-tron Model Essentials
Audi says the Q4 e-tron “puts luxury electric driving firmly within your reach.” Given the price point and how many boxes it checks, that’s a pretty good description of the Audi Q4 e-tron. It’s an EV that will appeal to many people that’s from a luxury German automaker for a price that isn’t astronomical. Check, check, check.
Audi Q4 e-tron Performance
The Audi Q4 e-tron model is meant to be a daily driver with exceptional handling, and that’s exactly what it delivers. It doesn’t boast a crazy amount of horsepower, but it is fast off the line. The all-wheel drive also helps the Q4 e-tron hook and handle better than most vehicles.
Performance for an EV is largely about range as much as power and handling. The Audi Q4 e-tron has a good range for its size. It can go quite a ways further than the original e-tron. That longer range is good for someone who’s making the switch to an EV and getting used to keeping their vehicle charged up.
The performance specs for the new Audi Q4 e-tron include:
- Up to 295 horsepower
- 0-to-60 in 5.8 seconds
- Up to 241 miles on a charge
- Charge from 5% to 80% in 38 minutes
- Top speed of 112 MPH
- Quattro® all-wheel drive
- 3,300 lb towing capacity
- 3 braking recuperation levels
- Adaptive cruise assist with lane guidance
- Audi pre sense® front
- Audi side assist
- Audi pre sense® basic
- Speed-dependent electromechanical power steering
- McPherson Strut suspension
- Lane departure warning
- Single speed automatic transmission
Audi Q4 e-tron Pricing
As far as e-tron pricing goes, the Audi Q4 e-tron model is an affordable ride. It starts at $49,900 before the $7,500 federal tax credit.
Audi Q4 e-tron Tech Features
Despite the buzz about being all-electric, the technology throughout the Audi Q4 e-tron has really gotten people’s attention. That’s probably because it’s Audi’s first model with the augmented reality (AR) head-up display. There are also novel extras like LED headlights that can go into four different lighting designs. And if someone is crazy enough to take your Audi Q4 e-tron for a joyride you can find it with the stolen vehicle locator.
The Audi Q4 e-tron has technology features that include:
- Audi Connect
- AR head-up display (available)
- 3-zone climate control
- Parking system plus
- Rearview camera
- Touchscreen display
- Remote climate control
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Lane guidance
- Keyless start/stop
- Heat insulating glass
- Heated front seats
- USB outlets
Audi Q4 e-tron Repair in Austin
The Audi Q4 e-tron model is so new it was still a concept car just a few years ago. There’s no way of knowing yet if there are common repair issues. However, looking at other e-tron models there’s no reason to suspect that there would be many repair problems down the road.
Audi Q4 e-tron Maintenance in Austin
Repairs may not be in the future, but maintenance is a part of car ownership. Fortunately, one advantage of electric vehicles is less maintenance. There’s no oil to check or change and the battery is covered for eight years. Other regular maintenance measures include:
- General safety inspection
- Fluid level check
- Tire inspection
- Brake inspection
- Brake pad replacement
- Replacing the brake fluid
- Hose and belt inspections
- Windshield wiper replacement
Driving one of the most innovative vehicles on the road means that you need an experienced shop that’s on top of the latest technology. At German Auto Center our talented technicians are among the best at providing Audi Q4 e-tron service in Austin. Give us a call if you need Audi repair, maintenance or performance upgrades.
