Audi Q4 e-tron

The Audi Q4 e-tron is an electric SUV with a length of 4,600 mm and seating for 5. It has a top speed of 160 km/h. For new registrations in the EU/EEA in 2025, COâ‚‚ emissions are 0 g/km (WLTP). Two recall campaigns are listed in EU Safety Gate and four with the US NHTSA.
| Manufacturer | Audi |
|---|---|
| Body type | SUV |
| Fuel | Electric |
| Engine power (EU/EEA average) | 207 kW (278 hp) |
| COâ‚‚ (WLTP, EU/EEA 2025) | Electric 0 g/km |
| Kerb weight (EU/EEA average) | 2,221 kg |
| Top speed | 160 km/h |
| Range (WLTP, typical per version) | 424–552 km |
| Length | 4,603 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,639 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Engine power and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 2 EU/EEA countries that registered the Audi Q4 e-tron in 2025 (4,490 cars). Source: EEA COâ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
Engine power is the type-approved engine power (EEA field Ep). For hybrids and plug-in hybrids it is the power of the combustion engine, not the system power, and for electric cars it can differ from the peak power the manufacturer advertises.
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Audi Q4 e-tron cars registered for the first time across 2 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| Denmark | 4,393 |
| Germany | 97 |
Source: EEA COâ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
WLTP range by version
Type-approved WLTP range of the electric versions of the Audi Q4 e-tron, as recorded for each car in the Dutch vehicle register (RDW). The table shows the median; the spread is where 80% of the cars fall.
| Version | Power | Range | Spread | Consumption | First registered | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4 E-TRON | 150 kW (201 hp) | 424 km | 416–428 km | 159 Wh/km | 2026 | 140 |
| Q4 E-TRON PERFORMANCE | 210 kW (282 hp) | 552 km | 542–561 km | 165 Wh/km | 2026 | 398 |
| Q4 E-TRON QUATTRO PERF | 250 kW (335 hp) | 497 km | 474–520 km | 178 Wh/km | 2026 | 161 |
WLTP is the test cycle of EU type approval, so the same version carries the same figure across the EU/EEA. Power is the net maximum electric power from the same register. Versions with fewer than 20 cars are left out. Source: Open Data RDW (Netherlands, CC0).
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Common problems & reliability
US owners have filed 52 complaints for the Audi Q4 e-tron, most often about electrical system, service brakes, forward collision avoidance, tires. 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
2 recall campaigns recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) and 4 in the US-market NHTSA database for the Audi Q4 e-tron. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2023-07-21
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2024-06-21
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERYUS · NHTSAModel years 2024–2025
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024-2025 AUDI Q4 E-Tron SUV, AUDI Q4 E-Tron Sportback, and 2024 ID.4 vehicles. The on-board charger (OCDC) may fail and stop charging the 12-volt battery, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the OCDC, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 20, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93CJ. Audi's number for this recall is 93FR.
NHTSA campaign 25V125000 · reported 28/02/2025
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERYUS · NHTSAModel years 2024–2025
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Q4 E-Tron and Q4 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail and cause a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% capacity until the repair has been completed. The remedy is currently under development. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed December 18, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 93SK. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 23, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V698000 · reported 21/10/2026
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARDUS · NHTSAModel year 2024
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 RS e-tron GT, e-tron GT, Q4 e-tron Sportback, Q4 e-tron, 2020-2021 Audi A8, 2019-2024 e-tron Quattro, 2020-2024 e-tron Sportback Quattro, Q5, and 2021-2022 A7 vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations. Dealers will supply a new 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's numbers for this recall are 93U6 and 93U8.
NHTSA campaign 23V842000 · reported 13/12/2023
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWAREUS · NHTSAModel year 2024
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Q4 E-TRON and Q4 E-TRON Sportback vehicles. The incorrect headlight control module software may have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Remedy: Dealers will update the headlight control module with a new data set, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 941L.
NHTSA campaign 24V361000 · reported 22/05/2024
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 Q4 e-tron?
- The Audi Q4 e-tron has a rated top speed of 160 km/h.
- How much power does the Audi Q4 e-tron have?
- The Audi Q4 e-tron produces 207 kW (278 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Audi Q4 e-tron?
- The Audi Q4 e-tron is 4,603 mm long, 1,865 mm wide and 1,639 mm tall.
- How much does the Audi Q4 e-tron weigh?
- The Audi Q4 e-tron has a kerb weight of about 2,221 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the Audi Q4 e-tron?
- A new Audi Q4 e-tron registered in the EU/EEA in 2025 emits 0 g/km of CO2 (WLTP, electric).
- How many seats does the Audi Q4 e-tron have?
- The Audi Q4 e-tron has 5 seats.
- What is the range of the Audi Q4 e-tron?
- The type-approved WLTP range of the Audi Q4 e-tron is 424 to 552 km depending on the version (median per power variant, Dutch RDW register). Range is shorter in winter and at motorway speeds.