Audi Q4 e-tron – Audi Australia is significantly enhancing its premium all-electric range with the introduction of new Q4 e-tron models offering the very latest in EV technology as well as a raft of enhancements right across the board.
- Greater range with faster charging, leading-edge tech and refreshed design both inside and out characterise new Audi Q4 e-tron models.
- “The new Q4 e-tron range further elevates the brand’s EV lineup as well as introducing firsts for the compact, all-electric segment” – Mannering.
- Refinements across the board represent significantly enhanced value, while also allowing customers to capitalise on government EV incentives
Audi Q4 e-tron details
From the redesigned interior with its leading-edge digital stage architecture, to its intuitive controls and abundance of space, the new Q4 e-tron significantly raises the bar. With sharper exterior styling and new lighting features, it is available in both SUV and Sportback body styles in both rear-wheel and quattro all-wheel drive. The new models further elevate the premium, compact all-electric Q4 e-tron range, while also delivering up to $20,000 enhanced overall value for customers.
“The new Audi Q4 e-tron range showcases the brand’s leading technology, connectivity and high levels of appointment in the compact, premium segment, and represent an even more compelling gateway to the brand’s all-electric lineup,” says Audi Australia Director, Jeff Mannering.
“With greater efficiency and faster charging capabilities, along with a new interior design that features the digital stage and the availability of a passenger-side front screen for the first time in the segment, the range punches well above its weight in terms of its technological offering and high levels of appointment, cementing its place as a standout in the compact, all-electric luxury segment.”
“These new models also see compelling pricing designed to provide customers with an unmatched offering in the premium segment, while still allowing them to take advantage of government EV incentives.”
New Q4 e-tron models introduce fresh styling and interior design
The new models introduce fresh styling and interior design as well as a raft of new technology, connectivity and equipment that includes greater efficiency, driver assistance and safety features. A new 150kW model featuring rear-wheel drive now represents the starting point for the range, starting at $71,650* for both the SUV and Sportback models.
A more powerful quattro model priced from $81,650* gives customers even more power and performance as well as sharper handling characteristics thanks to quattro all-wheel drive. Keen pricing across the range also enables customers to choose Audi’s premium all-electric offering while still availing themselves of current federal government incentives for electric vehicles.
New Q4 e-tron 150kW
The new Audi Q4 e-tron 150kW model represents the new entry point to the Q4 e-tron range. Despite the addition of new equipment and technology across the board, keen pricing sees the entry model Q4 e-tron available in both SUV and Sportback configurations for the same price of $71,650* which also allows customers to access the Federal Government’s EV incentives.
With a single motor driving the rear wheels, the new Q4 e-tron delivers 150kW and 350Nm of torque – providing ample performance for both the cut and thrust of city driving and highway touring. Its 63 kWh battery (59 kWh net) features enhanced charging performance that supports DC fast charging of up to 160 kW, allowing for charging from 10 to 80 percent in as little as 27 minutes.
Exterior features
The Q4 e-tron rides on 19-inch alloy wheels in a 5-V-spoke design finished in aero black with a gloss, turned finish. Lighting is state-of-the-art with Matrix LED headlights with digital DRLs, while exterior mirrors are heated, auto-dimming and folding as well as featuring kerb-side function for parking on the passenger side. Convenience key allows keyless entry and start, while the electric rear tailgate with gesture control makes opening the rear storage seamless even when your arms are full.
Roof rails in aluminium are standard features on SUV models, while contrasting paint finish in black is likewise a standard feature and wing mirror housings are finished in the vehicle’s body colour. In terms of body colours, there are six in all, with Pebble grey (solid colour), Mythos black (metallic) and Glacier white (metallic) all existing colours and Tambora grey (metallic), Plasma blue (metallic) and Sage green (metallic) all new to the mix.
Interior features
Inside the Q4 e-tron features a leather twin-spoke multifunction steering wheel complete with shift paddles for energy recuperation. Seating is leather-appointed with heating and electric adjustment for the front seats as well as four-way electric lumbar support. The driver’s seat also gets memory function which includes the exterior mirrors. Three-zone climate control is standard equipment, along with the ambient lighting package plus with dynamic interaction light, while inlays and door sill trims are in brushed aluminium, with the front also illuminated.
Technology and infotainment
The Q4 e-tron also features the very latest in in-car technology and infotainment. Wth the 12.8” MMI navigation with MMI touch response and an 11.9” Audi virtual cockpit plus placing all important in-car information right before the driver. Also, standard inclusions are the Audi sound system with eight speakers and subwoofer, as well as DAB+ digital radio.
The Audi smartphone interface supports both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. While dual cooled inductive charging pads for mobile phones have been included as standard equipment. Likewise new to the Q4 e-tron is the full connectivity of Audi connect plus. With navigation and infotainment features as well as remote and control.
Safety
Of course, safety and driver assistance features are a high priority and fittingly it boasts an impressive suite of these features. These include
- adaptive cruise assist plus with emergency assist,
- as well as side assist with exit warning and
- rear cross traffic assist.
- Front cross traffic assist,
- swerve and turn assist,
- front emergency brake assist and
- proactive occupant protection front, side and rear are also standard inclusions.
In addition to the camera-based traffic sign recognition, the revised parking system with its 3D 360 degree cameras is now standard equipment right across the range. With enhanced functions such
- as trained parking and
- reverse assist which takes care of the steering duties for the last 50 metres,
- backing into tight spaces or up narrow streets now attains a new level of convenience.
Audi Q4 e-tron quattro
The Audi Q4 e-tron quattro, available as both an SUV and Sportback, takes the Q4 e-tron to the next level. Its new electric motors have been designed to deliver greater range and torque. With a substantial output of 250kW, that sees torque to the front wheels at 134Nm and a further 545Nm to the rear. That gives the quattro models extraordinary acceleration to 100km/h from standstill in just 5.4 seconds And results in a WLTP range of 494 kilometres for the SUV and 509 kilometres for the Sportback version.
The maximum DC charging capacity for the 82 kWh battery (77 kWh net) has been increased from 175 kW to 185 kW. Meaning that a charge from 10 percent to 80 percent is the same 27 minutes as its rear-wheel drive sibling. Despite the larger battery – and the battery can also be automatically or manually preconditioned for optimal efficiency.
The electric quattro allows the driver to take full advantage of the additional power output. While progressive steering and suspension with selectable damper control further add to the handling characteristics.
Additional features over standard Q4 e-tron
Over and above the standard specification of the Q4 e-tron, the quattro models are differentiated by a full S line exterior package. Made up of new front and rear bumpers. As well as a Singleframe front grille finished in the vehicle’s body colour with black mask and matt silver aluminium inlays. Larger 20-inch Audi Sport wheels in a five-arm aero design and with a silk matte grey gloss turned finish further build on the vehicle’s road presence.
Inside the S line treatment continues with the famous ’S’ emblem present on
- the leather appointed Sport front seats,
- door sills and on
- the three-spoke multi-function steering wheel which is finished in leather.
Headlining is finished in sporty black while the pedals are finished in stainless steel in keeping with the model’s sporting character. The safety and driver assistance package is also further enhanced over the entry model. With the addition of Audi drive select and the augmented reality head-up display. Which projects key driving information right into the driver’s field of vision.
Further adding to the premium technology offering, an optional 12-inch passenger side screen is also available. Bringing flagship-level digital innovation to the compact premium EV segment. The screen is the largest currently offered in an Audi and yet is seamlessly integrated into the sweeping dash arrangement. Giving the front passenger access to navigation, media and entertainment functions. So as not to distract the driver, the screen is masked from the driver while the Q4 e-tron is in motion.
New Peace-of-mind for Audi owners
The new models come with a peace-of-mind five-year warranty and 12 years manufacturing warranty for bodywork against corrosion perforation for new vehicles.
Audi owners also receive a complimentary membership during their warranty period to Audi Experience. Audi Australia’s bespoke loyalty program that offers access to
- exclusive national events,
- intimate Audi Ambassador experiences and
- premium partner offers.
Further information on the program can be found at myaudi.com.au/experience.
Market Introduction
Both models are set to arrive in Australia in the first half of 2027. The Q4 e-tron quattro models are available to order now through the Audi Dealer network. With orders placed for this model in 2026 receiving a special pre-launch offer of a six-year / 90,000km service plan. Furthering the extraordinary value proposition and ownership experience of this outstanding model. Further information on the Audi Q4 e-tron rear-wheel drive models will follow shortly.
Pricing** |
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| Audi Q4 SUV e-tron | $71,650 |
| Audi Q4 SUV e-tron quattro | $81,650 |
| Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron | $71,650 |
| Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron quattro | $83,250 |
(*Manufacturer List Pricing [MLP] – excludes dealer delivery and government statutory charges)
Note: Vehicles depicted in supplied images are international press vehicles and are used for illustrative purposes only. They may not reflect exact specifications for Australia.
