The Audi Q4 e-tron is the brand’s compact electric SUV, first introduced in 2021. With the 2026 model year (MY2026) update, improvements were made to electric motor efficiency, battery management, and aerodynamics. The series consists of the standard Q4 e-tron and the lower-roofline Q4 Sportback e-tron.
Design and Structural Features
The Q4 e-tron Series incorporates exterior elements such as a closed Singleframe grille, sharp Matrix LED headlights, and an aerodynamic body structure. The Sportback body type, with its lower roofline, achieves a drag coefficient of Cd 0.28. The interior features include an 11.6-inch MMI touchscreen, Audi Virtual Cockpit, and three-zone automatic climate control as standard.
Body Types and Dimensions
Q4 e-tron
- Length: 4,588 – 4,591 mm
- Width (without mirrors): 1,865 mm
- Width (with mirrors): 2,108 mm
- Height: 1,590 – 1,639 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,771 – 2,773 mm
- Luggage Capacity: 520 liters/max. 1,490 liters
- Drag Coefficient (Cd): 0.29
Q4 Sportback e-tron
- Length: 4,588 – 4,591 mm
- Width (without mirrors): 1,865 mm
- Width (with mirrors): 2,108 mm
- Height: 1,581 – 1,622 mm
- Wheelbase: 2,771 – 2,773 mm
- Luggage Capacity: 535 liters/max. 1,460 liters
- Drag Coefficient (Cd): 0.28
Audi Q4 E-Tron Series (Audi)
Weights and Load Capacities
Q4 e-tron
- Curb Weight (unladen/laden): 1,960 – 2,035 kg / 2,540 kg
- Axle Load Limit (front/rear): 1,175 kg / 1,435 kg
- Towing Capacity (inclined/flat): 1,200 kg / 1,000 kg / 750 kg
- Roof Load / Nose Load: 75 kg / 75 kg
Q4 Sportback e-tron
- Curb Weight (unladen/laden): 2,070 – 2,145 kg / 2,660 kg
- Axle Load Limit (front/rear): 1,200 kg / 1,530 kg
- Towing Capacity (inclined/flat): 1,200 kg / 1,000 kg / 750 kg
- Roof Load / Nose Load: 75 kg / 75 kg
Audi Q4 E-Tron Series Q4 Sportback E-Tron Model (Audi)
Powertrain Options and Performance
Q4 40 e-tron
- Power: 204 PS (150 kW)
- Torque: 310 Nm
- Acceleration (0–100 km/h): 8.1 s
- Maximum Speed: 160 km/h
- Battery: 59 kWh (net)
- Estimated WLTP Range: 403 km (Q4 e-tron) / 412 km (Sportback)
Q4 45 e-tron quattro
- Power: 286 PS (210 kW)
- Torque: 545 Nm
- Acceleration (0–100 km/h): 6.7 s
- Maximum Speed: 180 km/h
- Battery: 77 kWh (net)
- Estimated WLTP Range: 533 km (Q4 e-tron) / 549 km (Sportback)
Q4 55 e-tron quattro
- Power: 340 PS (250 kW)
- Torque: Front 134 Nm / Rear 545 Nm
- Acceleration (0–100 km/h): 5.4 s
- Maximum Speed: 180 km/h
- Battery: 77 kWh (net)
- Estimated WLTP Range: 513 km (Q4 e-tron) / 527 km (Sportback)
Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron Console Design (Audi)
Interior and Equipment
Standard Equipment
- Matrix LED headlights (in higher trims)
- Audi Virtual Cockpit (10.25 inches)
- 11.6-inch MMI Touch display
- Three-zone automatic climate control
- Heated front seats
- 19-inch alloy wheels
Optional Equipment
- Panoramic glass roof
- Bang & Olufsen premium audio system
- Heated steering wheel
- Adaptive suspension
- 360° surround-view camera
- Head-Up Display (AR-supported)
Safety and Driver Assistance Systems
Standard
- Audi Pre Sense Front
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Traffic Sign Recognition
- Driver Fatigue Detection
Optional
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Cross Traffic Alert
- Park Assist
Euro NCAP Result【1】
In 2021, the Audi Q4 e-tron received a 5-star rating in Euro NCAP crash tests, achieving 93% in adult occupant protection and 89% in child occupant protection.
Production and Market Position
The Q4 e-tron Series is produced at Audi’s Zwickau plant in Germany. Its main competitors include the Mercedes-Benz EQA, Volvo XC40 Recharge, and BMW iX1.