The Audi e-tron gets a new name and significantly greater autonomy

Germany premium car manufacturer Audi continues to expand its all-electric e-tron family cars, and high-end electric SUVs and crossovers Audi Q8 etron un Audi Q8 Sportback etron are already available in Latvia. Meet new people premium class SUV is possible Audi in Moller Auto Rīga and Moller Auto Airport centers. Audi Q8 etron the starting price is 76 euros, but Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback is available from 79 euros.

Audi Q8 etron un Audi Q8 Sportback etron there is an optimized drive, improved aerodynamics, charging efficiency and battery capacity, as well as an increased mileage reserve - up to 582 kilometers (in the WLTP cycle) SUV and up to 600 kilometers (in the WLTP cycle) Sportback version [in advance 436 and 446 km].

Audi Q8 etron predecessor Audi e-tron the model became the best seller in 2022 Audi model in Latvia, providing Audi the brand takes second place in the competition of the best-selling new electric cars, including even volume models. Therefore, we also look with optimism to e-tron the sales figures of the upgraded version this year and in the near future. The car has not only got a new model name Audi Q8 etron and renewed design, but also significantly higher possible mileage per charge, higher charging efficiency, as well as digital MatrixLEDs stars we've only seen in action so far Audi A8.

Ilgvars Lubka, head of the Audi brand in Latvia and Lithuania

New be, new name, new corporate identity

Calling this model the Q8, Audi clearly states that Audi Q8 etron is the top-level model of electric SUV and in the range of crossovers. From the first glance it becomes clear that Audi Q8 etron un Q8 Sportback e-tron are fully electric models. This is possible thanks to the new front and rear design that continues consistently Audi electric car design language.

More power and longer trips

Three drive versions are available for both body styles. Audi Q8 50 e-tron un Q8 50 Sportback e-tron are basic models that develop increased power of 250 kW with two electric motors (boost) mode and a torque of 664 Nm, and allows you to drive up to 491 km on a single charge (SUV) and up to 505 km (Sportback) in the WLTP cycle. Audi Q8 55 e-tron un Q8 55 Sportback e-tron develops a power of 300 kW boost mode and 664 Nm of torque. The mileage reserve in the WLTP cycle is up to 582 km SUV version and up to 600 km Sportback version.

Batteries are available with 2 types of capacity: Q8 50 e-tron for the battery it is 89 net kilowatt hours (95 gross kWh), while for the most powerful Q8 55 e-tron un SQ8 e-tron versions have 106 net kWh (114 gross kWh). The useful capacity of the battery has also increased - in the high-power charging station Q8 55 e-tron un SQ8 e-tron it is possible to charge with a power of up to 170 kW. The largest battery can be charged from 10 to 80% in about 31 minutes. Audi Q8 etron is available as standard equipment Plug & Charge function. In addition, it will also be available to customers in Latvia later this year Audi SQ8 e-tron.

Digital MatrixLEDs front lights

Q8 e tron optional equipment includes digital MatrixLEDs front lights. When driving on the highway, landmark lighting marks the position of the car in the lane and helps the driver stay safely even in the middle of a narrow lane. Three more new features are available: improved traffic information, lane lighting with direction indicator and landmark lighting on country roads.

Maximum capacity and comfort

With a length of 4,915 meters, a width of 1,937 meters and a height of 1,619 meters (Sportback model) or 1,633 meters (SUV model) height Q8 e tron offers maximum spaciousness and comfort. The 2,928-meter wheelbase provides plenty of legroom for rear passengers as well. The luggage compartment has an impressive volume of 569 liters SUV version and 528 liters Sportback version.

Recycled materials

Sold in Europe and USA Audi Q8 etron will be certified as carbon neutral. Some Audi Q8 etron in the manufacture of components Audi recycled materials are also used. These recycled materials reduce resource consumption and provide a closed, efficient and sustainable material cycle. Audi Q8 etron recycled materials in the cabin are used for heat and sound insulation, as well as for mats. Decorative Tech Layer the insert above the display is available in a new technical material in anthracite color, partly made from recycled materials PET bottles. By choosing S line equipment package, sports seats have artificial leather and Dynamic microfiber material finish. Dynamic contains up to 45% recycled polyester fibers PET bottles, used fabrics and fiber scraps.

Charged opinion

Back in 2019, when it was possible Audi e-tron 55 presented in Latvia, Audi was one of the electric cars you can count on your fingers. Now it has undergone major changes:

• Name (year of production): Audi e-tron 55 (2018-2021) | Audi Q8 e-tron (2022-…)
• Battery: 86.5 kWh (95.0 kWh gross) | 106.0 kWh (114.0 kWh)
• Autonomy (WLTP): 436 km (446 km for the Sportback version) | 582 km (600 km)
• Consumption (WLTP): 22.4 kWh/100 km | 20.6 kWh/100 km
• Weight: 2595 kg | 2610 kg
• Max charging power: 155 kW DC (11 kW AC) | 170 kW DC (11 kW AC)

So along with the new name (because keeping the old one would continue to be called fat e-tron (all electric Audis are e-tron models)) has a 33% better autonomy per charge, which is achieved with 8% better efficiency and with a 22% larger battery, which brought about a 0.5% increase in weight. This is roughly what progress looks like. Now I have to get the Q8 e-tron for review, because the old one is already obsolete: