Sitting as the current halo model of the Audi range the e-tron GT is the tour-de-force of what the four rings can accomplish – with some help from other VWG brands.
Prettier than its Stuttgart sibling (IMO) it has presence, pace, and power by the bucketload.
The one you see here is in 350kW quattro spec, starting at £85,185. With some choice options, the priceiest being the ‘Comfort and Sound pack’ – £3,590 and the ‘Leather free interior’ – £2,580 along with a few others bumping that price up to £96,675.
The Audi e-tron GT quattro stands out as a significant addition to the electric vehicle market, combining cutting-edge technology, impressive performance, and sleek design. Co-designed with Porsche and sharing its underpinnings with the Taycan, the e-tron GT promises to redefine the luxury electric car segment, aiming to firmly squash the Tesla Model S in its path.
Audi e-tron GT quattro looks
Yup, I did say it looks better than the Taycan. The front is far prettier, more purposeful, and less awkward. While the rear light setup makes it look wider from behind. It has A LOT of road presence.
Performance and power
Powered by dual electric motors—one for the front wheels and another for the rear—the Audi e-tron GT delivers a formidable 476PS as standard, with a boost function pushing it to 530PS (or 390kW) for even more exhilarating acceleration.
Clocking an impressive 0-62mph in just 4.1 seconds (with boost) this version might not be the spiciest e-tron GT on sale, but it’s still hella quick. That’s in part to its 800-volt architecture, which means there’s just more power available to the motors and the pack than a run-of-the-mill EV.
It will also go on to a top speed of 152.2 MPH.
Range and charging
Equipped with a 93kWh battery with a usable 83.7kWh, the e-tron GT offers an official range of 296 miles. In the real world, we saw just over 250 miles to a full charge (cold weather etc) making it suitable for most daily commutes. Rapid 270kW public fast chargers can replenish the battery to 80% in just 30 minutes, while a futuristic new 11kW wireless charging option adds convenience for home charging.
When we charged out and about in the wild, the speed started pretty slow, the first 20 minutes didn’t add that much range from 28% charge, but the final 24 minutes really pumped those volts in quickly. We topped up from 28% to 84% in 44 minutes, which equates to 52kWh on a 120kW Shell Recharge station. Don’t ask the price..ok, it was £44, but needs must on long trips away from home.
There are chargers on both sides of the e-tron GT, the passenger side has the rapid charger, the drivers side a normal Type 2. Both can be used for home charging making it easy to plug in no matter where your charger is installed.
Over 400-500 miles of driving the range stayed true, with no random dips even with it being toasty warm in the cabin. The drain overnight due to cold weather was also minimal.
What’s the Audi e-tron GT like inside?
Inside, the cabin features a tech-forward design with a sizable touchscreen for infotainment, complemented by conventional buttons for essential functions. Ample legroom is provided, even in the rear, though taller passengers may find headroom a bit limited. But the e-tron served us perfectly well for a long weekend away with four adults.
What’s the Audi e-tron GT quattro like to drive?
Despite its considerable weight of 2.3 tonnes, the e-tron GT surprises with its nimbleness and comfort, offering a refined driving experience that is complemented by minimal noise levels typical of electric vehicles.
Features like four-wheel steering, four-wheel drive, and a rear limited-slip differential ensure agile handling and strong grip levels even when taking on twisty roads – all that weight helps too. Futuristic ‘engine sounds’ are piped through the speakers, but they can be turned off when setting the drive mode to ‘individual’.
What’s the boot space like?
The 366-litre boot offers decent storage space, it’s also expandable by folding down the rear seats. However, the boot opening is relatively small and most of the storage space is deep, which can limit practicality.
There was just about enough room in the boot for four people’s luggage for a weekend, and there is more space up front (which I didn’t realise until after) with a frunk capacity of 85 litres – the button for this is on the side edge of the driver’s door. So you can only open it when the driver’s door is open, it is a teeny tiny switch too so easily missed.
What’s the competition like?
While the e-tron GT excels in performance and driving dynamics, it faces stiff competition from rivals like the Porsche Taycan and Tesla Model S. The Taycan offers similar performance and features (naturally), while the Model S boasts superior range, practicality and the incredible Tesla charging network.
However, the e-tron GT distinguishes itself with its Audi heritage, high-spec interior, and well-refined driving experience.
2023 Audi e-tron GT quattro Conclusion
Audi’s e-tron GT impresses with its blend of performance, comfort, and technology, making it a compelling option in the luxury electric vehicle segment. Despite facing tough competition, its Audi pedigree, striking design, and impressive driving dynamics set it apart from the crowd.
Buyers should carefully consider their priorities and preferences when comparing it to the other options in the market, but overall, the e-tron GT represents a significant step forward in Audi’s evolution of electric.
