Looking every bit a concept car brought to reality, the 2022 Audi e-tron GT is a gorgeous work of art. Long, low, wide, and exhilarating, it is a grand turismo that further expands Audi’s role in electric mobility.

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It has beautiful proportions with large wheels, a wide track, and long wheelbase. It is lower and wider than the Audi A7 but is the same length. Beauty comes from arise from efficiency, so they say. An inverted Singleframe grille, big bold whee archesl, and a graceful sloping roofline adds to the “concept car” looks. Radiator and brake duct air inlets close when not needed to increase aerodynamics, with a drag coefficient of 0.24

Other design highlights:

  • U.S. models have standard 20-inch 5-double-spoke alloy wheels with gray accents; vehicles equipped with the performance package have 20-inch 5-double-spoke alloy wheels with black accents; the RS e-tron GT comes with standard 20-inch 5-spoke AERO wheels or available 21-inch wheels
  • Standard for RS e-tron GT models is a lightweight, high-strength, five-layer carbon fiber reinforced plastic roof – a first for an Audi vehicle and a segment-exclusive feature
  • Available HD Matrix-design headlights with Audi laser light for greater high-beam visibility
  • Strongly chiseled lower doorsill lines that emphasizes the battery pack as the car’s powerhouse and foundation
  • Inside, standard is a leather-free interior featuring recycled materials; Dinamica® and Alcantara come standard; Nappa leather is available
  • The “monoposto” cockpit angles the 12.3-inch Audi virtual cockpit and 10.1-inch MMI touch response displays toward the driver
  • Standard is a full-circumference, flat-bottom steering wheel, wrapped in Alcantara; a perforated, leather-wrapped steering wheel and capacitive hands-on detection are available

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ABOVE: 2022 Audi e-Tron GT

Intelligent performance
The Audi RS e-tron GT, the first EV from Audi Sport sold in the U.S., expands this dual personality. It has three-chamber air suspension, all-wheel steering, and two-speed transmission.

Permanent excitement
Audi e-tron GT has roller coaster-like attributes, with permanently excited magnets in the drive system on both the front and rear axles of the e-tron GT and RS e-tron GT

The e-tron GT has an ample 235 horsepower at its front motor, with 429 horsepower the rear, with a combined output of 469 horsepower. This is boosted 522 horsepower for a 2.5 second 0-100kph (with launch control). Torque is a masisve 464 lb-ft, or 472 lb-ft with overboost. Without launch control, 0-60 mph happens in 3.9 seconds with a top speed of 152 mph on the track.

The RS e-tron GT has the same front motor as the entry e-tron GT but has a more powerful rear motor, capable of producing 450hp. RS e-tron GT produces a combined 590hp, with 637 horsepower in overboost. Torque is a mountainous 612 lb-ft. RS e-tron GT can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 3.1 seconds and has a 155 mph top track speed. This 4-door saloon has the same performance as the V10-powered Audi R8 supercar – but has zero direct emissions.

Audi’s electric grand tourer’s has a two-speed transmission, unlike most other electric cars on the road. This means rapid acceleration, with a taller second gear for long distance highway stretches.

*Net combined horsepower and torque ratings according to SAE calculations.

Air apparent
The Audi e-tron GT three-chamber air suspension. The new air suspension has a 60% greater capacity than other e-Trons, and was given a thorough once-over on the famous Nürburgring Nordschleife racetrack.

The system changes the body height in a range of 22mm down and 20mm upward.

Turning point
There is all-wheel steering, with a maximum of 2.8 degrees in the rear, in the opposite direction up to a speed of around 30 mph to increase low-speed agility, and in the same direction above approximately 30 mph to aid stability at speed.

A standard rear differential is designed to improve traction and stability, while reducing load change reactions. The controlled rear-axle differential lock is available as an option on e-tron GT and is standard in the RS e-tron GT. The multi-plate clutch is its core element. It can be actuated variably, and the locking range extends from zero to 100%. The driver can perceive this on slippery road surfaces and during maximum full-stop braking – in this case, the lock opens up completely, allowing the Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC) to brake each wheel with great precision.

Battery and charging
All Audi e-tron GT models in the U.S. will benefit from a 93.4 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, with a unique integrated cooling structure underneath the battery pack. This draws heat away from the battery pack and allows the battery to be housed within an aluminum frame designed for structural rigidity and to protect occupants.

With an 800-volt electrical architecture, the e-tron GT comes standard with the ability to charge at an industry-benchmark 270 kW using DC fast-chargers. This allows it to replenish its battery from 5-80% in just 22.5 minutes – among the quickest charging rates currently available of any EV. Preliminary manufacturer’s estimated ranges based on approximation of EPA test cycles for a full charge are 238 miles for the e-tron GT and 232 miles for the RS e-tron GT. EPA estimates not yet available at this time.

Precision and quality
Uncompromisingly high-quality, the Audi e-tron GT and RS e-tron GT models are assembled in the Böllinger Höfe plant alongside the Audi R8 supercar. Production of the Audi e-tron GT uses 100% eco-electricity, with a combined heat and power plant fired with biogas providing the necessary heat for the Böllinger Höfe. Emissions that cannot yet be avoided are compensated with carbon credits from certified climate protection projects.

In the process of creating the latest flagship in the e-tron family, no detail was too small, from design and manufacturing to responsible materials used and even the unique acceleration sound that audio engineers created specifically for the electric performance vehicle.

Audi’s electrification commitment
The Audi e-tron GT and RS e-tron GT represent the third and fourth all-electric additions to Audi’s U.S. portfolio and contribute toward its goal of achieving a 30% electrified model portfolio by 2025, including fully electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. In addition to the e-tron and e-tron Sportback, a fifth EV – the Audi Q4 e-tron – is anticipated to join the Audi model range in the coming year.

In line with the brand’s first electric vehicle introduction in 2019, Audi was among the first automotive manufacturers to publicly support and align its actions toward the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement. The company has set itself the ambitious goal of successively reducing vehicle-specific CO2 emissions by 30% by 2025. Audi aims to achieve full net CO2 neutrality across the lifecycle of its vehicles by 2050.

Manufacturer suggested retail pricing and arrival
The 2022 Audi e-tron GT and RS e-tron GT will arrive in the U.S. this summer. Further details will be provided for pricing of trim level-specific packages closer to on-sale timing. Manufacturer suggested retail pricing (MSRP) for the 2022 Audi e-tron GT is as follows:

e-tron GT quattro Premium Plus $99,900
e-tron GT quattro Prestige $107,100
RS e-tron GT $139,900

*MSRP excludes destination charge, sales taxes, title, options, dealer charges and any available state or federal tax incentives. It is anticipated that 2022 Audi e-tron GT models may qualify for up to $7,500 in federal tax incentives. Dealer sets actual price.