Audi e-tron GT Review 2025: Price, specs & boot space
Written by David Ross
Quick overview
Pros
- Incredible performance
- Genuinely engaging to drive
- Used prices make it an attractive proposition
Cons
- Early models have a shorter range of around 200 miles
Overall verdict on the Audi e-tron GT
"The Audi e-tron GT is Audi's flagship performance electric car. A saloon based on the same platform as the Porsche Taycan but arguably a rarer sight on UK roads. Like the Taycan it's supremely quick and geniunely enjoyable to drive. Despite high list prices when new, used priced have dropped dramatically making this an attractive second hand buy. Read our full Audi e-tron GT review to find out more..."
If you want pinnacle of the growing Audi electric car range, it remains the Audi e-tron GT. It's one of the fastest electric cars on the market but not to be confused with the Audi e-tron, the SUV that was later renamed the Audi Q8 e-tron.
Instead the Audi e-tron GT is a coupe-styled saloon that is about performance rather than practicality. It has few natural rivals, the most obvious being the Porsche Taycan, with which it shares much, plus cars like the high-tech Mercedes EQE and the impressive BMW i5 M60
Unlike the Porsche Taycan there's no two-wheel drive version, all Audi e-tron GT models come with quattro four-wheel drive as standard. This certainly helps transfer its immense power output to the tarmac and with a 0-62mph time of just 4.5 seconds for the 'standard' model, it's no slouch.
Of course, being an Audi, there's always room for a high performance version and the Audi RS e-tron GT takes things up another notch. This originally had 598PS and a 0-62mph time of just 3.3 seconds. And as if this wasn't enough, a RS e-tron GT performance version was launched when the e-tron GT was facelifted in 2024.
The Audi RS e-tron GT performance is on another level with power upped to a mind boggling 929PS and the 0-62mph time cut to just 2.5 seconds - faster than a Porsche 911 GT3 RS.
The 2024 facelift saw the standard Audi e-tron GT dropped from the range and replaced by the higher-spec Audi S e-tron GT. This has more power and faster acceleration (at 3.6 seconds if you're counting) but the key difference is the increase in range.
The standard model has a claimed range of 295 miles, although as we discovered first hand, you'll be lucky to see 220 miles in real world driving. But thanks to an improved battery, the newer Audi S e-tron GT has a claimed electric range of 374 miles. Post facelift, the claimed range of the RS also improves, up from 280 miles to 365 miles.
The Audi e-tron GT isn't just about straight-line performance though. What makes it stand out is the fact it's genuinely enjoyable and engaging to drive. Not something that you get with the majority of electric cars. It matches its Porsche counterpart in this respect and while you get all the elements you'd expect, sure-footed handling, responsive steering and bucketfuls of traction, these all combine to create something that feels special from behind the wheel.
Of course this doesn't come cheap and list prices for the Audi e-tron GT have hovered around the £90,000 mark, but thanks to depreciation, used examples are now very affordable making this an attractive choice as a used eletcric performance car.
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Is the Audi e-tron GT right for you?
You don't need to be an EV evangelist to enjoy the Audi e-tron GT, nor need deep pockets to run one. If you're on a smart EV tariff it will cost peanuts to run. However, the Audi e-tron GT is not the most practical EV - either in terms of space or range. Early models will do 220 miles in real world drive although this was improved following the 2024 facelift with a claimed range of 374 miles.
It's a rarer sight on the roads than the Porsche Taycan, with which it shares much, so if you want something that's a little more unusual and exclusive, this could be it. Of course it doesn't have the same brand image as a Porsche, but in our experience, this is still a car that will draw attention. It's certainly a lot of high performance EV for the money.
What’s the best Audi e-tron GT model to choose?
For most buyers, the 'standard' Audi e-tron GT will provide more than enough performance. And as a used buy it's an attractive proposition thanks to prices dropping to £40k. However, if you want the best looking version, the even higher performance RS e-tron GT is the one to go for. The latest 2024 version comes in performance guise, upping power even more. Of course it has a price tag to match - north of £140,000.
What other cars are similar to the Audi e-tron GT?
You've got your pick of some of the fastest and best electric cars going. The Porsche Taycan should be on your radar as that shares the technical bits with the Audi e-tron GT. Then there's the BMW i5 - in particular the performance M60 version, plus there's the svelte Mercedes EQE with its tech-laden interior. The ageing Tesla Model S matches the Audi for performance but not for quality or handling.
Comfort and design: Audi e-tron GT interior
"Inside, the Audi e-tron GT has the quality and finish you'd expect of high-end Audi. There’s a 12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit in place of conventional dials, while a 10.1-inch central touchscreen display is also standard across the range. However, it lacks the modern feel of rivals like the Mercedes EQE."
Ergonomically, the interior of the Audi e-tron GT is excellent with a high centre console and low slung seat making for a great driving position. As you'd expect, there's a large touchscreen for the majority of the controls but there's still a row of physical buttons to control the air con which we much prefer.
The seats are impressive with plenty of support yet comfort for longer journeys, thanks to good lower back lumbar support. There are two Isofix mounts in the rear for child seats and usefully, top tether fixing points on the rear shelf.
Facelifted models from 2024 come with a redesigned flat-bottomed steering wheel (that's also heated) with touch controls rather than analogue switches, which actually work very well. Other changes include ambient lighting with multi coloured lights and sports seats with 14-way electric adjustment in artificial leather.
One new neat feature for 2024 is a new panoramic glass roof. We're not always fans of these, but the e-tron GT one is very clever thanks to smart glass that can be switched from clear to opaque which can be adjusted in sections. It's a clever party trick but also quite handy if you want a clear view for those in the back but shade for those in the front.
Quality and finish
While the quality of the finish in Audi e-tron is excellent, as you'd expect of a car costing this much, it isn't the most modern of designs. Given this is a cutting edge EV and the flagship of the Audi electric car range, it's missing the wow factor you get from rivals like the Mercedes EQE.
The digital cockpit helps somewhat, but overall it's a little ordinary. On the one hand this does make it easy to get on with - anyone who has driven something like an Audi A3 will find it familiar. But on the other hand it doesn't feel particularly special. The BMW i5 has a more cutting edge design.
The fit and finish are both excellent and every switch you use has a quality touch to it. However, some of the plastic surfaces - like the panel in front of the passenger - aren't the nicest and don't feel like they belong in a high end car. That doesn't prevent this from being a well finished car though and it certainly feels built to last.
Infotainment: Touchscreen, USB, nav and stereo in the Audi e-tron GT
The central touchscreen system in the Audi e-tron GT itself is reasonably intuitive to use and certainly not as initially overwhelming as that in the Mercedes EQE. The menus are organised by boxes so it's easy to get to the right function quickly and it responds instantly to inputs. It's certainly one of the better infotainment systems we've used.
The in built MMI Navigation Plus isn't the greatest system to use, but we expect most owners will use Apple CarPlay or Android Auto which connects wirelessly and comes as standard on all cars. There's also a wireless charging pad although due to the design, it's located vertically, so you have to slide your phone down into it, side on. It's not the most elegant of designs and makes it easy to forget your phone...
All cars from 2024 come with a Bang & Olufsen Premium 3D sound system, which was previously optional. This really lifts the quality of the sound quality and is well worth seeking out if you're looking at used models.
Space and practicality: Audi e-tron GT boot space
If you're buying an Audi e-tron GT, practicality probably isn't going to be your number one priority, but it has a decent boot. It's not the widest of openings and you may struggle with a bulky pushchair, but with around 400 litres there's plenty of room for shopping and suitcases. There's no spare wheel, but that does mean additional space under the boot floor.
Despite its low coupe-esque profile, there's a surprising amount of room in the back. We wouldn't recommend six-footers plus will want to spend hours in there, but it's certainly adequate. The high central tunnel makes it a squeeze for a trio, but you can get three children in the back easily enough, even with one in a car seat.
Handling and ride quality: What is the Audi e-tron GT like to drive?
"You'll realise by now that the Audi e-tron GT shares a platform, electric motors and battery pack with the Porsche Taycan. That's very good news as it means this is one the best handling electric cars on the market - only the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is as enjoyable to drive."
Generally, electric cars and driver enjoyment are not a match made in heaven. Fast electric cars may be, but they tend to be unengaging and - well - just a bit dull. Thank our lucky stars that's not the case with the Audi e-tron GT.
As you'd expect, it feels very much like a Porsche Taycan from behind the wheel. In that not only is it quick, but it also handles exceptionally well - and most of all - is enjoyable to drive. While the majority of EVs leave you feeling cold, the Audi e-tron GT actually had character, making for an engaging drive.
It even makes a good sound. Thanks to the optional e-tron Sport Sound - a £500 extra. Of course, it's an artificial sound, but it still sounds good, both inside and outside, helped by the fact it's matched well to the acceleration and speed of the car. Not something we found with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N.
Performance is as rapid as you'd expect. The standard can manages 0-62mph in just 4.5 seconds - use launch control (which you're unlikely to do in everyday driving) and this drops to just 4.1 seconds.
The original RS manages the same benchmark in a mere 3.3 seconds but this was improved upon when it was facelifted in 2024. Thanks to a more powerful motor, 2024 Audi RS e-tron GT now manages it in an astonishing 2.5 seconds.
2024 also saw the Audi e-tron GT dropped from the range and replaced by the higher-spec Audi S e-tron GT. This manages 0-62mph in 3.6 seconds.
Take the Audi e-tron GT on an adventure into a few corners and you'll quickly discover that it's not all mouth and no trousers. It backs up the straight line performance with incredible grip into corners and impressive traction out. The traction control is a bit intrusive and it's not a car that likes to be out of shape, but for the rest of the time it gives you great confidence in its handling capability.
As mentioned earlier, quattro all-wheel drive is standard, although the e-tron GT will prioritise power to the front motor when the driver selects ‘efficiency’ mode. In slippery conditions or during high-speed cornering, the electric motor for rear-wheel drive is activated five times quicker than with a mechanical quattro drivetrain.
The entry-level e-tron GT features double wishbone suspension with electronic adaptive damping. The e-tron GT Vorsprung and RS models build on this with adaptive air suspension, which is also optionally available for the e-tron GT.
The standard set-up if more forgiving than a Porsche Taycan making this an impressively cultured performance saloon. In everyday driving it's as comfortable as something like an Audi A4. The ride soaks up road imperfections well and only really gets caught out my really poor surfaces.
Move up to the S and RS models and you get air suspension fitted (it is an option on the standard car) which gives an impressively soft ride for such a performance car. This helps balance out the sportier damper setting and bigger wheels with lower profile tyres.
From 2024, Audi also introduced an even more sophisticated set-up known as active suspension. During everyday driving, it is designed to neutralise body vibrations on poor road surfaces. Through the Audi drive select system you can set it to compensate for pitch and roll, maximising comfort.
What motors and batteries are available in the Audi e-tron GT?
The standard Audi e-tron GT has an 84kWh lithium-ion battery which is enough to provide 476PS. Engage launch control and this is upped to 530PS for around 2.5 seconds - this can also be utilised when on the move. Maximum torque is a more than healthy 630Nm.
Move up to the Audi RS e-tron GT and power is increased further - up to 598PS under normal driving, with 646PS available via the boost function. Total torque is 830Nm.
In 2024, Audi overhauled the model introducing a lighter rear motor and an upgraded high voltage battery with a larger capacity of 97 kWh. Not only does this mean more range but also more power. As a result the revised RS e-tron GT has an astounding 856PS with torque peaking at 895Nm.
As if those numbers weren't big enough, the pinnacle of the range - the Audi RS e-tron GT performance - takes things onto another level. Maximum power is upped at an almost unfathamoble 925PS while torque is 1000Nm. No, that's not a typo...
The e-tron GT and S models have a top speed of 152mph while the RS models are limited to a 155mph maximum.
Audi e-tron GT range: How far can you travel on a charge?
The original Audi e-tron GT has a claimed range of 295 miles, although as we know from living with one, a more realistic figure is 220 miles. The RS e-tron GT has a range of 280 miles, so expect around 200 miles in real world driving.
An improved battery and lighter motor arrived in 2024 and as a result, the newer Audi S e-tron GT has a claimed electric range of 374 miles. The claimed range of the RS e-tron GT also improves, up to an official 365 miles.
Refinement and noise levels
As you might expect given this is a high-end electric car, refinement is excellent. There's minimal wind noise thanks to the low aerodynamic design which makes for quiet motorway progress. There is of course some road noise, but this isn't intrustive thanks to sound deadening between the cabin and the wheels.
Having lived with an e-tron GT for an extended period, we found it a very civilised car to travel in, with no squeaks or rattles inside. Thanks to a different suspension set-up, it's also more comfortable than the Porsche Taycan.
Safety equipment: How safe is the Audi e-tron GT?
The Audi e-tron hasn't been crash tested by Euro NCAP but we'd expect a very high rating. The Audi e-tron for example, was awarded the maximum five stars when it was tested in 2019. It's packed with the usual safety systems including active lane assist and camera-based traffic sign recognition, although we find the latter pretty frustrating as it rarely seems to keep up with the limits. Fortunately both can be turned off, although they will reset to on everytime you restart the car.
Audi e-tron GT charging times: how much does it cost to charge?
"Charging costs do of course depend on your energy tariff, but if you're on an intelligent tariff with cheap charging, you could charge it fully at home overnight for as little as £6.50."
The Audi e-tron GT can charge with up to 11kW AC as standard, meaning an empty battery can be replenished overnight. An optional onboard charger which increases charging capability to up to 22kW was available shortly after launch.
At a sufficiently powerful DC terminal, the e-tron GT can achieve a peak charging capacity of up to 270kW, allowing it to take on board enough charge for a journey of up to 62 miles in just over five minutes. Charging from 5 to 80% takes less than 23 minutes in ideal conditions.
Audi e-tron GT reliability and warranty
Electric cars tend to be more reliable than their petrol counterparts, there are after all fewer moving parts to go wrong. The problem is that when things do go wrong they tend to be complex issues that are expensive to fix. And the Audi e-tron GT is no different. It doesn't seem to suffer from the same issues as the Audi e-tron, with issues such as failed motors and charging ports, but time will tell. A full Audi warranty is well worth the money.
Audi e-tron GT insurance groups and costs
If you want cheap insurance, an EV, especially a high performance one like this, is unlikely to be on your shortlist. Every model is in the top Group 50 as you'd expect. Of course this is no different from its direct rivals and if you're an experienced driver who lives in a low risk area, insurance will be affordable.
VED car tax: What is the annual road tax on an Audi e-tron GT?
If you buy an Audi e-tron GT soon, you'll enjoy a brief period of respite from the annual tax bill. Currently, electric cars are exempt from road tax, which is a saving of £520 a year compared to a petrol or diesel car with a list price of more than £40,000.
That's set to change from April 2025, though, when EVs will be charged the same rate as combustion-engined cars. That will apply to all zero-emission cars registered from April 2017 onwards - and you'll be hit by the £355 premium car tax, too.
Audi e-tron GT price
"List prices now start at more than £108,000 for the S e-tron GT but if you're looking at used cars, prices have dropped with second hand examples priced from around £40,000 for 2021 and 2022 cars with reasonable miles."
With Audi dropping the 'entry' level Audi e-tron GT model, which was priced from £87,800, the cheapest model in the range is now the S e-tron GT which is priced at £107,730. The high spec Vorsprung version carries a hefty £22,900 premium.
Originally, the hot Audi RS e-tron GT started at £110,950 but this increased to £126,330 following the 2024 facelift. Opt for the top of the range RS e-tron GT performance and you're looking at an eye-watering £142,830.
The good news is that hefty depreciation means used examples are far more affordable. You can get 2021 and 2022 models from £40,000, less than half of what they would have cost new. Up the budget to £50,000 and you'll have plenty of choice. RS models start at around £55k, which given their original list price, makes them very attractive.
You'll definitely want a battery health certificate and don't expect a huge range, but that's a lot of performance EV for the money. An Audi warranty is a must though - aftermarket warranties don't give the same level of cover and if things do go wrong, they are very expensive to fix. Ask owners of early Audi e-tron models...
Trim levels and standard equipment
S e-tron GT models come with 20-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels, black exterior styling, singleframe grille in body colour, b-pillar model badging, panoramic glass sunroof, Matrix LED headlights with dynamic indicators, privacy glass, illuminated aluminium front door sills with Audi Sport logo, heated three-spoke flat top/bottom steering wheel, ambient lighting package plus with multi coloured lights, sports seats plus with 14-way electric adjustment in artificial leather/Dinamica, heated front seats, three-zone automatic climate control, a Bang & Olufsen Premium 3D sound system, head-up display, enhanced Audi virtual cockpit, MMI Navigation Plus with MMI Touch, Audi Music Interface, Audi wireless smartphone interface with app store, Audi Phone Box wireless charging, Adaptive Cruise Assist, Active lane assist, Parking Assistance Package with Remote Parking Pilot, camera-based traffic sign recognition, adaptive air suspension, power steering plus and enhanced quattro all-wheel-drive with e-torque vectoring
S e-tron GT Vorsprung adds 21-inch Black 10-spoke trapezoidal aero alloy wheels with eco tyres, Matrix LED headlights with Audi laser light, red brake calipers, panoramic roof with Variable Light Control, matt carbon twill inlays, headlining in black Dinamica microfibre, front Sports Seats Pro with Nappa leather, perforated with honeycomb pattern, heated front and rear seats plus Electric memory function Front seat ventilation with massage function, Night Vision assistant, all-wheel steering, Direct Power steering and Active Suspension.
RS e-tron GT has 21-inch Black 10-spoke trapezoidal aero alloy wheels, RS specific exterior design, matrix LED headlights with Audi laser light, panoramic glass sunroof, privacy glass, singleframe grille in body colour, black styling pack with anthracite Audi rings, illuminated aluminium door sill front and rear with RS logo at the front, dark birch wood inlays, heated three-spoke flat top/bottom steering wheel, paddles large, headlining in black cloth, ambient lighting package plus with multi-coloured lights, pedals and footrest in stainless steel, interior accents vanadium black, full leather Pack, front Sports Seats Pro with Nappa leather, perforated with honeycomb pattern, heated front seats with electric memory function and seat ventilation, three-zone automatic climate control, B&O Premium 3D Sound System, MMI Navigation Plus with MMI Touch, RS Specific virtual cockpit, Audi Wireless Smartphone Interface with App store, Audi Phone Box, Heads-up Display, Parking Assistance Package with Remote Parking Pilot, Camera based traffic sign recognition, Adaptive Cruise Assist, Active Lane Assist, Adaptive Air Suspension, Direct Steering, All-wheel steering, quattro all-wheel drive with regulated rear-axle differential lock and Tungsten carbide coated steel brakes with black calipers
RS e-tron GT Carbon Black adds 21-inch six-double-spoke RS style, diamond-turned, gloss carbon styling package, carbon roof, carbon exterior mirror housings, red brake calipers, illuminated gloss carbon door sill trims inlays, front and rear with RS logo at the front, matt carbon twill inlays, headlining in black Dinamica microfiber, RS Design package, Dinamica 3-Spoke flat top/bottom steering wheel, paddles large, heated with 12 o’clock marker.
RS e-tron GT Carbon Vorsprung includes acoustic glazing for windscreen and side windows, front seats with ventilation and massage function, night vision assistant and active suspension.
RS e-tron GT performance comes with ceramic brakes (anthracite finish)
RS e-tron GT performance Carbon Black adds 21-inch Black 6-double-spoke RS style, diamond-turned, Camouflage Carbon parts (door inserts, front bumper inserts, rear diffusor inserts), Carbon roof Dark Matt, exterior mirror housings in Camouflage carbon, red brake calipers, illuminated camouflage carbon door sill trims inlays, front and rear with RS logo at the front, Camouflage carbon inlays, headlining in black Dinamica microfiber, Dinamica three-Spoke flat top/bottom steering wheel, paddles large, heated with 12 o’clock marker, RS Design package,
RS e-tron GT performance Vorsprung adds acoustic glazing for door windows and side windows, front seat ventilation and massage function, Night Vision assistant and Active Suspension.
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