Audi reveals new entry-level e-tron GT
With the facelifted version of its most dynamic electric Audi, unveiled in June 2024, the German carmaker has sharpened the model’s focus. The slightly sportier grand tourer based on the Porsche Taycan’s J1 platform has become an electric sports car with four seats. Since the update, the e-tron GT has only been available as the S, the sharper RS variant, and the RS e-tron GT Performance. All offered at least 500 kW of power.
Now, Audi is dialling it back slightly by launching the e-tron GT quattro – dubbed a ‘base model’ at its launch. But with 430 kW and a list price from €108,900 in Germany, even Audi’s press department hesitates to call it that.
With a system output of 370 kW (430 kW with launch control), the new variant clearly slots beneath the 500 kW S e-tron GT. Still, with a 0–100 kph sprint time of 4.0 seconds (manufacturer’s data), it’s far from slow. Audi continues to use dual electric motors and all-wheel drive, promising that the drive torque is distributed ‘fully variably and at lightning speed’ between the front and rear axles for ‘optimum traction in a wide range of driving conditions.’
The battery technology remains unchanged. As in the S and RS variants, the 105 kWh (gross)/97 kWh (net) battery can be charged with up to 320 kW at DC fast chargers. The typical 10–80% charge is said to take just 18 minutes, mirroring performance in the updated Taycan, which first introduced this battery in early 2024. A 10-minute top-up should add up to 285 km of WLTP range. Audi also highlights a wider temperature window for full charging power, and the ‘e-tron route planner’ that preconditions the battery to ensure optimal fast-charging performance on long trips.
In the e-tron GT quattro, this setup enables a range of up to 622 km, 13 km more than the more powerful S e-tron GT. Audi also says the new variant is 30 kg lighter than the S model, benefiting both efficiency and driving dynamics.
| e-tron GT quattro | S e-tron GT | RS e-tron GT | RS e-tron GT Performance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drive | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Power | 430 kW | 500 kW | 630 kW | 680 kW |
| Acceleration | 4.0 s | 3.4s | 2.8 s | 2.5 s |
| Top speed | – | 245 kph | 250 kph | 250 kph |
| WLTP range | 622 km | 609 km | 599 km | 592 km |
| Battery | 105 kWh | 105 kWh | 105 kWh | 105 kWh |
| Charging capacity DC | 320 kW | 320 kW | 320 kW | 320 kW |
| Charging time DC 10-80% | 18 min | 18 min | 18 min | 18 min |
| Price (in Germany) | 108,900 euros | 126,000 euros | 147,500 euros | 160,500 euros |
In terms of communication, Audi is focusing less on performance and more on the new model’s long-distance capabilities – the S and RS models cover the dynamic end of the spectrum. You can read our driving report about the RS e-tron GT here. Audi describes the new e-tron GT quattro as ‘ideally equipped for everyday use – whether driving on the highway or in city traffic.’ With a drag coefficient of 0.24 and active air intakes, noise levels are said to be particularly low – ‘ideal for relaxed driving.’ Audi emphasises the J1 platform’s signature ‘footwells’ (cut-outs in the battery pack for improved rear passenger seating position), along with eight-way adjustable sports seats with integrated headrests, said to offer high long-distance comfort.
The new ‘base model’ is available to order now, with prices in Germany starting from €108,900. The S e-tron GT continues at €126,000, while the RS versions remain unchanged at €147,500 and €160,500 respectively.
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