Audi of America LLC

11/08/2021 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/08/2021 08:07

Audi Q4 e-tron wins Green Car Journal's 2022 Green Car of the Year award recognizing exceptional efficiency, cutting edge features, and overall driving experience

  • Q4 e-tron family delivers 4th and 5th EV models to Audi portfolio, with Audi on track to have the largest offering of fully-electric models of any automaker in U.S. by the end of 2021
  • Award recognizes excellence and innovation in safety, value, performance, style, and mass market affordability

HERNDON, VA., Nov. 8, 2021 - The all-new Q4 e-tron has been recognized as Green Car Journal's 2022 Green Car of the Year. In a clear display of the rising competition in the electric vehicle space, finalists considered for this year's award were comprised entirely of battery electric vehicles, the first time in the award's history. The 2022 Audi Q4 e-tron and Q4 Sportback e-tron will arrive to customers as the brand's most attainable premium electric SUV models, with an anticipated potential federal tax credit of up to $7,500.

The Audi Q4 e-tron was selected due to its exceptional efficiency, with an EPA estimated range of 241 miles on Q4 50 e-tron and its sportback variant; its tech-rich offerings, including available augmented reality head-up display and customizable daytime running lights; and its overall driving experience, which is complemented by available dual pane glass offering exterior noise reductions allowing a serene and uninterrupted journey. Designed to be versatile for life's adventures, the Q4 e-tron model line features seating for five, ample storage for everyday items, and available towing up to 2,600 pounds on the quattro models.

The Q4 40 e-tron arrives equipped with rear-wheel drive and is powered by an asynchronous electric motor producing 201 horsepower and 229 lb-ft of torque. This gives the vehicle a 0-60 mph acceleration in 7.9 seconds. The Q4 50 e-tron quattro and its sportback variant offer Audi's signature quattro four wheel drive and come equipped with dual asynchronous electric motors, which raises the horsepower to 295 and 339 lb-ft of torque. These higher-powered models have a 0-60 mph acceleration of 5.8 seconds. The Q4 e-tron model line comes to market supported by an Audi ecosystem designed to make a seamless transition to electric vehicle ownership. Customers can configure their Q4 e-tron at audiusa.com, today.

The right electric ecosystem
 Customers driving the Audi Q4 e-tron will be able to take advantage of a maximum 125 kW charging speed when using public DC fast charging - and can charge from 5% to 80% charge in about 38 minutes. With purchase of a Q4 e-tron customers receive 250kWh at Electrify America public charging stations over the first two years of ownership. Customers access this program through the myAudi application. Thanks to a growing infrastructure of charging stations from Electrify America, customers will have access to charging stations across the country with speed and convenience. Electrify America plans to have about 800 charging stations with approximately 3,500 chargers by the end of 2021.

Key specifications and pricing

Q4 40 e-tron

Q4 50 e-tron

Q4 Sportback 50 e-tron

Maximum Horsepower

201

295

295

0-60 (seconds)

7.9

5.8

5.8

Maximum Torque (lb-ft)

229

339

339

Top track speed (mph)

99

112

112

Battery

82 kWh

82 kWh

82 kWh

EPA-estimated range (miles)

TBD*

241 (EPA-estimated)

241 (EPA estimated)

MPGe (city/highway/combined)

TBD*

100/89/81

(EPA-estimated)

100/89/81

(EPA-estimated)

Starting MSRP

$43,900

$49,900

$52,700

Anticipated potential federal tax credit

(see energy.gov for eligibility details)

Up to $7,500

Up to $7,500

Up to $7,500

*Official confirmation on EPA-estimated range and MPGe for the Q4 40 e-tron will be announced in the near future.

All prices provided are the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price. Prices exclude $1,095 destination charge, sales taxes, title, options, and dealer charges. Dealer sets actual price.

For more information, visit www.media.audiusa.com.

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At Audi of America, we believe the Future is Electric. Our U.S. model lineup will be 30 percent electrified, including fully electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids, by 2025, and globally we are committed to net CO2 neutrality by 2050. In 2020, Audi sold 186,620 vehicles in the U.S., and this year, we look forward to the next chapter in our journey to reinvent premium mobility with the arrivals of the fully electric Audi e-tron GT and Audi Q4 e-tron. Learn more about who we are and how we're working to create a more electric, innovative, and inclusive future at audiusa.com or media.audiusa.com.

This information and any vehicle specifications are preliminary and subject to change.

2022 Audi Q4 50 e-tron/Q4 Sportback 50 e-tron EPA estimates: range 241 miles, 100/89/81 city/highway/combined MPGe. Actual mileage and range will vary and depend on several factors including driving and charging habits, accessory use, temperature and topography, battery age, load, and vehicle condition. Battery capacity decreases with time and use. See owner's manual for details.

Always obey local speed and traffic laws.

Q4 e-tron equipped with fast charging capability maximum rate of 125kW. 5%-80% charging time based on charging at a 125 kW or higher charger. Charging times will vary and depend on a variety of factors, including ambient temperature, charger type, battery condition and initial state of charge, vehicle condition and others. Frequent and consecutive fast charging can permanently decrease battery capacity.

Included public charging requires acceptance of Promotion Terms & Conditions, myAudi account and myAudi app. Non-transferable. Not available for commercial use, such as ridesharing. In the event of suspected fraud or abuse or other unforeseen events, Audi of America may discontinue or modify the offer in its sole discretion. Frequent and consecutive charging can permanently decrease battery capacity, which may not be covered by your vehicle's warranty.

The anticipated tax credit shown is for informational purposes only. The Q4 e-tron has not yet been certified as credit eligible by the IRS. This information does not constitute tax or legal advice. Any available credits apply only on the purchase of a qualifying vehicle and are not available in a lease transaction. All persons considering use of available tax credits should consult a tax advisor to determine eligibility based on their specific tax situation. Tax credits are subject to various limitations not within Audi's control and are subject to change without notice.

Stated towing capacity is maximum tow rating when properly equipped with towing accessories. Vehicle load, other accessories and options may reduce maximum towing capacity. See vehicle owner's manual for details.