Pros Slots into daily life. Tech-heavy but not baffling. Refined, safe
Cons A little dull to drive. Stiffish ride. Only one engine at launch
Pros Good safety kit Competitive finance deals Improved on-board tech
Cons Poor CVT gearbox Smaller boot than rivals Fidgety ride on big wheels
Pros Practical, solid interior Lots of standard kit Comfortable at a cruise
Cons Not much fun to drive Boot space is a bit limited Infotainment can be laggy
Pros Drives well, comfortable, high-quality. Not as compromised as you might think
Cons Still a bit compromised. Plus it's pricier. More testing required to measure efficiency
The Q4 e-tron and Q4 e-tron Sportback are all-new models for 2022. They join the larger e-tron SUVs and the racy e-tron GT sedan in Audi's fast-growing electric-vehicle lineup. With a base price of $44,995, the Q4 e-tron is actually cheaper to start than the gasoline-powered Q5 SUV. We recommend the more powerful 295-hp 50 model, but those who prefer a coupe-like look to their SUV can opt for the swoopier Sportback model, which is offered with the same dual-motor all-wheel-drive powertrain setup.
