Audi E-Tron

Again, the cabin strongly resembles other Audi vehicles that are currently available. Two design elements that are unique to the model include ambient lighting and the e-Tron badge above the glovebox.

Other than these, you get the same sharp and angular lines. You also get the same hard plastics but with more silver-colored accents. Leather upholstery with detailed stitching gives the cabin its premium feel. Buyers can choose from a dark monochromatic theme or a two-tone interior with contrasting colors.

Drivers have access to a Virtual Cockpit from behind the steering wheel. There are also two separate touchscreens on the central dashboard. One is dedicated to infotainment and navigation, while the other replaces physical knobs and switches with on-screen controls.

All five seats are bolstered and provide ample head support. According to the German automaker, passengers can enjoy adequate headroom and legroom. The e-Tron has enough storage space to go around, from large cubby holes to the 660-liter cargo space at the back.

The e-Tron has a clamshell hood, matrix LED headlights, and Audi’s signature single-frame grille. The grille’s slates can be opened like shutters for cooling. Below them are a flared fender and angular air intakes which also cool the battery and electric motor.

Both sides have continuous shoulder lines which start from the headlights and extend all the way to the rear. From this angle, you can see the 20-inch wheels with their sporty rims and discreet wheel arches.

Instead of traditional side mirrors, you can opt for virtual exterior mirrors. These cameras are linked to sharp OLED displays which show an accurate view of the road from inside the cabin.

The SUV’s rear end looks more like a hatchback due to its rakish angle. It has wraparound taillights, a rear window wiper, and a rear spoiler with a mounted stop lamp.

Black body cladding and chrome accents give the e-Tron its sporty, two-tone appearance. Looks-wise, it doesn’t seem too different from Audi’s latest vehicles.

The SUV is equipped with an electric Quattro drive which provides an excellent grip of the road, regardless of the terrain. You can further optimize its performance by selecting the appropriate drive mode.

Audi e-Tron tackles corners with ease. A heavyweight and low center of gravity means that it can change directions with minimal body roll. Meanwhile, adaptive air suspensions allow for a smooth and quiet ride.

Audi e-Tron comes with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery which, according to the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP), has a range of 417 km on a full charge. You don’t always have to charge it, however. The battery recovers some of its lost energy when decelerating.

Its battery sends power to an electric motor with maximum speeds of 200 kmph. Its combined electric consumption is estimated to be anywhere between 3.8 and 4.5 kW per kilometer. Impressively, the plug-in can go from 0 to 100 kmph in just 5.7 seconds with boost mode on.

The integrated electro-hydraulic brake system helps with smooth braking. At high speeds, however, you may want to apply more pressure on the brake pedal so you can come to a full stop.

The EV is also equipped with driver-assist technology. Audi has yet to reveal which features will be included.

Audi e-Tron is not a car of the future. It’s here, and it’s designed for practical city driving just as it’s made for off-road. You can use it as daily transport for work and driving family members. Alternatively, you can drag it for a weekend getaway and it wouldn’t complain.

Performance and features alone justify its high price point. But the e-Tron offers much more with its sharp styling and overall reliability.