Audi e-tron Sportback

Audi e-tron Sportback
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The Audi e-tron Sportback is an electric SUV that began production in 2019, measuring 4,931 mm in length with seating for five passengers. It produces 236 kW of power, weighs 2,600 kg, and has a top speed of 190 km/h. In Norway, the model saw strong early adoption with 1,321 new registrations in 2020, declining to 614 by 2022, totalling 2,986 registrations across 2020–2022.

Technical data (EU/EEA average, 2025)
ManufacturerAudi
ProductionFrom 2019
Body typeSUV
FuelElectric
Engine power300 kW (402 hp)
Kerb weight2,595 kg
Top speed190 km/h
DrivetrainAll-wheel drive
Dimensions and layout
Length4,900 mm
Width1,941 mm
Height1,583 mm
Seats5
Doors4

Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 2 European countries that registered the Audi e-tron Sportback in 2025 (3 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).

New registrations in Norway

Number of Audi e-tron Sportback registered for the first time in Norway per year.

Audi e-tron Sportback first registrations in Norway per year
20201,321
20211,051
2022614
202323

Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).

New registrations by country (2025)

Number of Audi e-tron Sportback cars registered for the first time across 2 European countries in 2025.

CountryRegistrations
France2
Germany1

Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.

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Common problems & reliability

US owners have filed 43 complaints for the Audi e-tron Sportback, most often about electrical system, unknown or other, power train, engine. These are owner-reported issues, useful for spotting recurring weaknesses before you buy.

Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: NHTSA (US, public domain).

Recalls & safety

4 in the US-market NHTSA database, which may not apply to European versions for the Audi e-tron Sportback. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGESUS · NHTSAModel year 2021

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Audi E-Tron Quattro, 2020-2023 Audi E-Tron Sportback, 2024 Q8 E-Tron, Q8 Sportback E-Tron, SQ8 E-Tron, and SQ8 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The fastener that connects the brake pedal and the brake booster may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake pedal to detach from the brake booster.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the pushrod screw joint as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 28, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46P7. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V621. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 17, 2026.

    NHTSA campaign 26V240000 · reported 15/04/2026

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERAUS · NHTSAModel year 2021

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.

    NHTSA campaign 25V900000 · reported 19/12/2025

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGESUS · NHTSAModel year 2020

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Audi E-Tron Quattro, 2020-2023 Audi E-Tron Sportback, 2024 Q8 E-Tron, Q8 Sportback E-Tron, SQ8 E-Tron, and SQ8 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The fastener that connects the brake pedal and the brake booster may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake pedal to detach from the brake booster.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the pushrod screw joint as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 28, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46P7. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V621. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 17, 2026.

    NHTSA campaign 26V240000 · reported 15/04/2026

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERAUS · NHTSAModel year 2020

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.

    NHTSA campaign 25V900000 · reported 19/12/2025

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Audi recalls.

Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of the Audi e-tron Sportback?
The Audi e-tron Sportback has a rated top speed of 190 km/h.
How much power does the Audi e-tron Sportback have?
The Audi e-tron Sportback produces 300 kW (402 hp).
What are the dimensions of the Audi e-tron Sportback?
The Audi e-tron Sportback is 4,900 mm long, 1,941 mm wide and 1,583 mm tall.
How much does the Audi e-tron Sportback weigh?
The Audi e-tron Sportback has a kerb weight of about 2,595 kg.
How many seats does the Audi e-tron Sportback have?
The Audi e-tron Sportback has 5 seats.