Audi Q4 e-tron has the right to small changes, not to mention restyling. Improvements focus on autonomy and motorization.

These improvements have also affected the Sportback model, and the Q4 e-tron will be available to order in France from September 26.

Improvements at all levels

All Audi Q4 e-trons feature a 77kWh (82kWh gross) battery that benefits from significant cell chemistry optimization. This results in maximum charging power 175 kW direct current (+40 kW compared to the previous model), with the possibility of transition from 10 to 80% in 28 minutes. Two-wheel drive versions retain a DC charging power of 135 kW.

Now reaching version 45 (development of version 40 e-tron 2WD). 562 km range on one charge according to the WLTP cycle, that is, 22 km more. Power increases to 286 hp (+82 hp). Power is better from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds instead of 8.5 seconds.

The Q4 e-tron 45 is also available with 286 hp quattro all-wheel drive. (previously — 265 hp), and the top version 55 e-tron — from 299 to 340 hp.

Several additional devices

Audi says it has reviewed the suspension calibration “improve the dynamic characteristics of the car”as well as the steering, which is now even more precise.

As an option, the upgrade allows the Audi Q4 e-tron for the first time to use the lane departure assist system in combination with adaptive cruise control at speeds above 90 km/h. Part of the XXL assistance package or the Audi side assist package, lane change assist can be activated via the MMI.

Audi offers its own acoustic identity as an option for its SUV. The typical “characteristic sound” distinguishes them from other electric models of Audi and other manufacturers. All models will be heard at low speeds and even more, up to about 25 km/h. The sound is digitally generated and output through two external speakers in the rear and two internal speakers in the rear doors.

Updated models start with 53,000 euros. From the end of the year, Audi will produce the Audi Q4 e-tron range at its plant in Brussels, in addition to production in Zwickau, Germany.

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