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2026 Audi Q4 e-tron
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Worth knowing
- EPA estimates $8,750 in fuel savings over 5 years versus the average new car.
- A full charge on a 240V home setup takes about 12 hours.
The short version
The 2026 Audi Q4 e-tron starts at $50,600, goes 288 miles on a charge, sips electricity at 115 MPGe. Here's what the EPA numbers actually mean.
Pricing
Starts at $50,600 before destination, across 3 EPA-rated trims. We verify every price by hand against manufacturer and dealer sources — if we can't confirm a number, we leave it blank instead of guessing.
Range and efficiency
EPA-tested at 288 miles of range and 115 MPGe combined. That's the lab number every car takes, so it's the fairest comparison there is. In the real world, knock off 10–20% for highway speed and cold weather. Cheaper trims with smaller wheels actually go farther — the lineup stretches from 251 to 288 miles.
Charging and fuel cost
At the U.S. average of $0.17 per kWh, 12,000 miles a year costs about $600 in electricity — roughly $50 a month. That's the whole fuel story; there are no oil changes either. Plug in your own rates in the fuel cost calculator.
Fast charging
On a DC fast charger it peaks at 175 kW (US MY2026 pre-facelift figure; facelifted Q4 e-tron (EU 2026) ups to 185 kW) — enough to add serious miles in the time it takes to grab coffee. Figures are manufacturer ratings for the best trim; real-world peaks vary with battery temperature and state of charge.
All 3 EPA-rated trims
| Trim | Drive | Class | EPA range | MPGe | Full charge (240V) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4 45 e-tron | Rear-Wheel Drive | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 288 mi | 115 | 12.0 h |
| Q4 55 e-tron quattro | All-Wheel Drive | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 251 mi | 97 | 9.5 h |
| Q4 Sportback 55 e-tron quattro | All-Wheel Drive | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 251 mi | 97 | 9.5 h |
Real-world range tests
Independent outlets tested this model and averaged 261 miles — EPA rates the best trim at 288 miles. Test protocols differ (mixed loops vs constant highway speed), so compare within a column, not across them.
| Outlet | Test | Tested range | vs EPA | Trim tested | Conditions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edmunds | EV Range Test | 261 mi | -9% | 2025 Audi Q4 55 e-tron | Edmunds EV Range Test: 60% city / 40% highway loop, most efficient drive mode, climate auto 72F, VBOX GPS logging, drive | Source |
See all tested models: real-world range ranking.
Battery health & warranty
- Published degradation: 0.94%/yr (AVILOO Certified EV Battery Report 2026) — ≈275 mi range at 5 yrs (estimate)
- Battery warranty: 8 yr / 100000 mi, 70% capacity floor
Buying used? Full battery-health guide →
Charging specs
- 10–80% DC fast charge: 28 min (2026 Q4 55 e-tron) (manufacturer figure)
- Charge port: Rear right (passenger side)
- Onboard AC charger: 11 kW
- Battery preconditioning for fast charging
- Plug & Charge (ISO 15118) — plug in, no app needed
Sources: ev-database.org, motortrend.com
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Common questions
What is the range of the 2026 Audi Q4 e-tron?
The 2026 Audi Q4 e-tron has up to 288 miles of EPA-rated range on a full charge, at 115 MPGe combined. Real-world range varies with speed, temperature, and driving style.
How much does the 2026 Audi Q4 e-tron cost?
The 2026 Audi Q4 e-tron starts at $50,600 MSRP before destination charges. Prices are verified from manufacturer and automotive sources.
Is the Audi Q4 e-tron fully electric?
The 2026 Audi Q4 e-tron is fully electric — it has no gas engine and charges from the grid.
Specs: U.S. EPA via fueleconomy.gov (model years 2025–2027), updated October 2026. MPGe = miles per gallon equivalent (33.7 kWh = 1 gallon of gasoline energy).