The 2023 Audi e-tron offers midsize SUV styling, versatility, and luxury in a modern electric vehicle with various degrees of performance. Comprising the lineup are the standard e-tron SUV, the coupe-like S-line Sportback, and the performance-oriented e-tron S and e-tron S Sportback.
The e-tron and e-tron Sportback both feature dual-asynchronous electric motors and a 95.3-kWh lithium-ion battery pack. Together, the motors create an electric version of Audi’s quattro all-wheel drive (AWD) and generate 355 horsepower, with a boost up to 402 hp for short sprints in Sport mode. The battery’s range is limited to 222 miles.
The e-tron S gains an additional electric motor, bringing total output to 429 hp and 469 with boost. How far the e-tron S can travel varies, ranging from 181 to 212 miles depending on trim and tire size.
With Tesla in its sites, Audi has created a more distinctive, luxurious offering, nearly equal to the Tesla Model X in performance but not range. Other competitors more in line with the e-tron include the Jaguar I-Pace, Genesis GV60, and BMW iX.
A $7,500 federal tax credit applies to both the e-tron and e-tron S.
2023 Audi e-tron Premium (starting at $66,800),
e-tron Sportback S line Premium ($70,000)
A quick walk around the 2023 Audi e-tron Premium reveals a hands-free power liftgate, auto-dimming and power-folding heated exterior mirrors with memory, 20-inch alloy wheels, an adaptive air suspension, and a panoramic glass sunroof. Also standard are full LED headlights with automatic high beams.
The e-tron’s cabin displays Audi’s latest styling themes, with leather seating surfaces, leather and Alcantara trim, an 8-way power driver’s seat with 4-way power lumbar support, an 8-way power passenger seat, and a power tilt/telescoping steering wheel. The driver’s seat includes two-position memory for the seat, steering wheel, and mirrors.
Heated front seats and a heated steering wheel are standard, as is Audi’s Advanced Key remote fob, which lets you unlock the doors and start the e-tron without removing it from your pocket or purse.
If you’re a fan of digital displays, you’ll love what Audi has done with the e-tron. The Virtual Cockpit display replaces traditional analog gauges with a 12.3-inch configurable LCD view screen. This setup allows the driver to choose between several screen designs or display a full-size navigation map.
A 4-zone automatic climate system comes standard, controlled via an 8-inch touchscreen with a separate smaller touchscreen for the left and right rear seat passengers. With a fully charged battery, the e-tron’s system is programmable to preheat or chill the cabin before you’re ready to go.
A third screen measuring 10.1 inches oversees the infotainment and media systems. Audi MMI navigation with a route planning feature is installed, so you’ll never be far from a charging station when it’s time to refuel.
Additional infotainment features include wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM 360L satellite radio, Audi Connect Care (limited-time subscription), and Audi Connect Plus (6-month trial subscription).
Standard driver aids include forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and front and rear parking sensors. Audi’s Pre Sense Basic technology preps the vehicle in the event of a seemingly inevitable collision. Also standard is a blind-spot monitor.
The e-tron S line Sportback gains S line exterior styling, a black headliner, and a 3-spoke steering wheel.
The optional Convenience Plus Package brings adaptive cruise control with active lane assist, a 360-degree Top View camera, and black roof rails.
Standalone options include a tow package that increases towing to 4,000 pounds, rear side-impact airbags, and illuminated seatbelt buckles.
With the $1,195 delivery charge, the 2023 Audi e-tron Premium costs $67,995. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $1,222. See 2023 Audi e-tron Premium models for sale
2023 Audi e-tron Premium includes:
- Panoramic sunroof – This massive glass roof panel allows more light in the cabin when desired or a blast of fresh air when the front panel is open.
- Driver aids – A complete series of systems designed to alert the driver to potential danger and help avoid accidents when possible.
- 4-zone climate control – Allows air temperature regulation at all four outboard seating positions.
2023 Audi e-tron Premium Plus (starting at $74,800), e-tron S line Sportback Premium Plus ($78,000)
Building off the Premium trim’s standard features, the Premium Plus adds adaptive cruise control with lane guidance, traffic sign recognition, passenger seat 4-way power lumbar support, ventilated front seats, and heated rear seats.
Matrix-design LED headlights come standard, as do illuminated front and rear door sills, animation for the headlights and taillights, a wireless charging pad, a 360-degree Top View camera system, LED interior ambient lighting, and additional interior trim upgrades.
An excellent Bang & Olufsen 3D Premium audio system is also included, with 16 speakers backed by a 705-watt amplifier.
The Black Optic Package ($2,400), featuring 21-inch wheels and orange-painted brake calipers, is optional for the Premium Plus.
With the $1,195 delivery charge, the 2023 Audi e-tron Premium Plus costs $75,995. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to approximately $1,366. See 2023 Audi e-tron Premium Plus models for sale
2023 Audi e-tron Premium Plus includes:
- Bang & Olufsen 3D Premium audio – A significant improvement over the stock system and a must-have for audiophiles and music lovers.
- Adaptive cruise control – With Traffic Jam Assist, the system maintains a safe distance from the vehicle ahead and can regulate speed in congested traffic.
- Ventilated front seats – When outside temps start climbing, your back will stay cool (and your shirt free from perspiration).
2023 Audi e-tron S line Sportback Prestige
(starting at $86,300)
The top-line Prestige trim is offered only on the e-tron Sportback model, although you’ll find all of its features on the Chronos Edition of the e-tron SUV.
Atop the already generous Premium Plus standard features, the Prestige adds rear side-impact airbags, 22-inch alloy wheels, Digital Matrix-design LED headlights, Dynamic Orange front and rear brake calipers, and the contents from the Black Optic Package.
Additional features include a head-up display, passenger seat memory, massaging front seats, power soft-close doors, Intersection Assist (warns of danger from cars about to cross in front of the e-tron), and multicolor LED interior lighting.
The Prestige touts luxurious Valcona/Milano leather upholstery, manual rear-door sunshades, and a leather-trimmed dash, armrests, and center console.
With the $1,195 delivery charge, the 2023 Audi e-tron S line Sportback Prestige costs $87,495. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to $1,572.
2023 Audi e-tron S line Sportback Prestige includes:
- Massaging front seats – Provide relief from leg and lower back fatigue when sitting too long.
- Digital Matrix-design LED headlights – Can adjust to different light situations, including limiting the beam to just your lane, helping lessen glare for oncoming drivers. It also reduces the high-beam range when approaching a car directly ahead.
- Power soft-close doors – The doors are pulled shut automatically once the latching mechanism catches.
2023 Audi e-tron Chronos Edition (starting at $83,400)
The Chronos Edition replaces the Prestige trim on the e-tron SUV. The Chronos includes all the features from the e-tron Sportback Prestige and then adds Chronos Gray paint, 21-inch black wheels, additional black-out exterior styling elements, a 3-spoke steering wheel, and Volcano Gray ash wood inlays.
With the $1,195 delivery charge, the 2023 Audi e-tron Chronos Edition costs $84,595. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $1,520.
2023 Audi e-tron S Premium Plus (starting at $85,200), e-tron S Sportback Premium Plus ($87,800)
In addition to having a more powerful electric motor setup, the e-tron S Premium Plus adds to the e-tron Premium Plus with sport seats, an alarm system with motion sensors, carbon square structural inlays, plus leather trim for the dash, console, and armrests.
The e-tron S also gains an adaptive sport suspension and Valcona leather seat upholstery.
Optional equipment includes ventilated and massaging front seats, passenger seat memory, and a Valcona/Milano leather interior.
With the $1,195 delivery charge, the 2023 Audi e-tron S Premium Plus costs $86,395. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to approximately $1,552. See 2023 Audi e-tron S Premium Plus models for sale
2023 Audi e-tron S Prestige (starting at $92,300),
e-tron S Sportback Prestige ($94,900)
Adds to the Premium Plus content with Digital Matrix-design LED headlights, acoustic side window glass, a head-up display, Intersection Assist, power soft-close doors, and manual rear sunshades.
With the $1,195 delivery charge, the 2023 Audi e-tron S Prestige costs $93,495. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $1,680. See 2023 Audi e-tron S Prestige models for sale
