2025 Audi Q4 e-tron

Although the Audi Q4 e-tron lineup was introduced only a few years ago, Audi has continued to improve the range to make it even more competitive and high-value. The past two years of upgrades have seen all Q4 e-tron models gain significant power and range, while pricing has remained relatively constant.

The result is that the Q4 e-tron has few direct competitors, sitting in a niche of its own for the moment, and making it a great choice for those in the market for a proper small luxury electric SUV.

We’ve logged hundreds of hours driving and evaluating this generation of luxury electric SUVs, including the Audi Q4 e-tron.

Last year saw the erstwhile Q4 50 e-tron upgraded with extra power (making it the 55), range, and a more dynamic suspension tune. This year brings similar changes to the rear-drive Q4 40 e-tron, now upgraded to the Q4 45 e-tron, with an additional 81 horsepower, 23 extra miles of range (up to 288 miles from 265), and 1.6 seconds shaved from the zero-to-60-mph time, which now stands at 6.3 seconds.

Also new for 2025 is the Technology package becoming standard equipment. This package includes Virtual Cockpit Plus, MMI Navigation Plus, traffic sign recognition, and Audi Connect. New Sport and Cold Weather packages are available for the Q4 55 e-tron and Sportback models.

The 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron and Q4 e-tron Sportback don’t have much direct competition. Neither BMW nor Mercedes-Benz offer similarly sized or priced electric SUVs, while the all-new Porsche Macan Electric is considerably more expensive.

The equally premium 2025 Lexus RZ is somewhat pricier and about the same size, with comparable performance and range. The 2025 Tesla Model Y comes up short in terms of luxury and features yet achieves significantly more range and starts close to the Q4 e-tron’s base price.

Other electric luxury SUVs in the same price bracket as the Q4 e-tron include the Cadillac Lyriq, Volvo XC40 Recharge, and Genesis GV60. Resale values are a fraction below the class average. Recouping more money when selling a vehicle can mean a bigger down payment and lower monthly payments on the next one.

The Q4 e-tron drives in that well-loved and typical Audi fashion, with a smooth and supple ride, responsive handling, and — with this 2025 model — plenty of pep. The newly upgraded rear-drive Q4 45 e-tron now packs 282 hp, an 81-hp boost from the slightly anemic previous model. That improvement eliminates our main gripe with the Q4 e-tron range, making this rear-wheel-drive (RWD) variant a much more satisfying choice. The Q4 45 e-tron’s upgrades shave 1.6 seconds from its zero-to-60-mph time, now at 6.3 seconds.

The Q4 55 e-tron saw similar upgrades last year, gaining more power, range, and a more dynamic suspension tune. With 335 hp and all-wheel drive, the Q5 55 e-tron quattro is the performance choice and likely the better choice for those who experience snowy winters. In normal and Sportback forms, the Q4 55 e-tron can hit 60 mph from a standstill in just five seconds. All three variants max out at an electronically limited 99 mph.

If you like one-pedal EV driving, be aware that the Q4 e-tron doesn’t quite come to a complete stop when lifting off the accelerator, driving more like a conventional automatic transmission car instead.

In addition to its excellent balance between sport and comfort, the Q4 e-tron is also quiet. The electric drivetrain takes away some of the hum and thrum, but Audi has also done a lot to keep tire noise and wind from intruding into the peaceful cabin.

The Q4 e-tron is surprisingly spacious inside, making the most of its space-saving electric powertrain. Thanks to the careful design, quality materials, and the now-standard Technology package, it’s also elegant, luxurious, and tech-forward. This package includes Audi’s Virtual Cockpit Plus display for the driver and Audi MMI Navigation Plus for the main infotainment screen.

The Q4 e-tron’s cabin size is on par for its class, with 41.2 inches of front legroom, 37.2 inches in the rear, and 24.8 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats. Fold down the second row, and maximum cargo space is 53.1 cubic feet.

Perhaps surprisingly, the Q4 e-tron quattro offers the same seating space but an additional 1.3 cubic feet of room in both configurations. These figures are similar to those of the Genesis GV60, Tesla Model Y, and Volvo XC40 Recharge.

The Q4 e-tron’s exterior, looking rather car-like for an SUV, is sleek and tidy — in the usual Audi manner. The Q4 Sportback e-tron adds a dash more visual verve, although there’s not a tremendous difference — less than an inch in overall dimensions between the body styles.

As its name suggests, the Q4 e-tron slots between the Q3 and the Q5, making it just the right size for many commuters who venture from the suburbs into the city every weekday.

New standard Technology package

The combination of Audi’s Virtual Cockpit Plus, MMI Navigation Plus, traffic sign recognition, and Audi Connect remote support services gives the cabin a cohesive, seamless technology experience.

More power in the base model

One of our only gripes with previous iterations of the Q4 e-tron was its somewhat slow base version. That problem has been remedied with 81 additional hp and a 1.3-second reduction in the sprint to 60 mph.

Increased range

While early versions of the Q4 e-tron were limited to a maximum of 265 miles of range, the 2025 Q4 e-tron increases that to 288 miles, a bump of nearly 10%, while also gaining about 40% more power. Impressive.

Squared-off steering wheel

The flattened top makes for better forward sight lines, while the flattened section at the bottom makes it easier to slide in and out of the driver’s seat. We’ve also found that the wheel feels great in the hands.

Sonos audio system

This audio is the Sonos brand’s first automotive collaboration, but it sounds awesome to our ears, with crisp highs and ample volume.

Relative bargain

Although just over $50,000 isn’t exactly small change, it’s not that much for a new car these days, let alone a luxury electric SUV. The Q4 e-tron undercuts its primary competition by several thousand dollars yet never feels cheap.

The single-motor, rear-wheel-drive base Q4 45 e-tron has the longest range of the lineup at 288 miles. The dual-motor, all-wheel-drive Q4 55 e-tron quattro and Q4 Sportback 55 e-tron quattro both achieve 258 miles of total range. All three variants use the same 82-kWh battery pack.

On a standard Level 2 charger, the Q4 e-tron lineup takes nine hours to reach full capacity, or 7.5 hours, with the optional upgraded Level 2 charger. A DC fast charging station enables rates up to 175 kW, cutting the 10% to 80% time to just 28 minutes (which is about the same as most electric vehicles).

The Q4 e-tron uses a J1772 and CCS combination port, making it compatible with various charging stations. However, without an adapter, it is incompatible with the NACS standard employed at Tesla Superchargers.

4-Year/50,000-Mile Warranty

The Audi Q4 e-tron is covered by a 4-year/50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, the usual arrangement from luxury European marques. The battery pack is guaranteed for eight years or 100,000 miles (whichever comes first). Additionally, new Audi models include four years of 24-hour roadside assistance.

Safety Ratings

The 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron earned a maximum overall score of five stars in National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) testing, while both the standard model and the Sportback took Top Safety Pick accolades from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).