All-New Audi e-Tron GT Family: Progressive, Enhanced and Sustainable
RS e-Tron GT performance purchasers can choose a white power display and speedometer via the MMI system, a homage to the 1994 Audi RS 2 Avant’s original white analogue dials.
The Audi e-Tron GT family receives a significant upgrade, boasting a trifecta of progressive design, cutting-edge technology, and a distinct look for each variant.
Expressive Exteriors Reflect Individuality
The new Audi S e-Tron GT’s front end showcases a unified yet expressive design. A black mask surrounds the fully closed inverted Single-frame grille, echoing the signature design language of e-Tron models. Embossed features lend the grille a precise three-dimensionality. A body-coloured paint strip above the Single-frame enhances the Gran Turismo’s sporty and visually imposing stance. The air curtains, designed to optimize airflow around the front wheel, boast a bolder design. A meticulously crafted aerodynamic diffuser with vertical fins dominates the rear end. A body-coloured inlay positioned above the rear diffuser adds visual texture and bridges the gap between the diffuser and the rear bumper.
The new Audi RS e-Tron GT takes on a more aggressive look, particularly evident in the front end. The inverted Singleframe grille features the RS-specific 3D honeycomb structure. The apron framing the black mask visually opens the RS e-Tron downwards, creating the illusion of a lower stance. This effect is further amplified by the functional L-shaped blades. The rear end of the RS e-Tron GT borrows elements from motorsports. The streamlined diffuser echoes the theme of three-dimensional efficiency elements seen at the front. These blades are offered in body colour for a sportier look. Another racing-inspired detail is a vertical red reflector positioned between the aero channels.
The Audi RS e-Tron GT performance stands out as the first fully electric RS performance model. It boasts unique design elements, setting itself apart from the RS e-tron GT with an optional matte, darkened carbon roof paired with exclusive carbon camouflage elements, a first for Audi and reserved solely for the RS performance line. This carbon camouflage is used on the embossed bumper structures, door trim, parts of the diffuser, and the side mirrors.
The new Audi corporate identity (CI) contributes to the exterior upgrade. The four rings now feature a premium two-dimensional design, positioned between the radiator grille and the front apron. The colour palette offers nine exterior finishes. In addition to solid Arkona White, there are metallic or pearl effect colours like Ascari Blue, Daytona Gray, and Florett Silver. Nimbus Gray is available exclusively for the RS e-Tron GT and RS e-Tron GT performance, while the new colour Bedford Green is offered on the RS e-Tron GT performance. An optional Black Optics package is also available, including dark Audi rings front and rear, air intakes, wing mirror housings, and a diffuser element (S e-Tron GT). The RS models come with dark Audi rings as standard.
Audi has revamped the wheel range. New 20-inch multi-spoke wheels are available for the S e-Tron GT and RS models. Additionally, Audi has introduced two new six-twin-spoke wheels for the RS models. The forged and milled 21-inch wheels are reminiscent of the iconic “AVUS wheel” unveiled in the 1991 Audi Avus Quattro study. The entire wheel surface is matte and darkened for the RS e-Tron GT performance, further emphasizing the vehicle’s sporty character.
Sustainable Materials Shape the Sporty Interior
Audi’s new corporate identity also influences the interior design with redesigned seats, steering wheels, entry sills, and digital content. The light projection from the door has also been revamped. When the driver’s door opens, a red diamond with a red shadow appears; the S version features a white diamond with a red shadow. New wooden inlays in natural linear anthracite birch are available for the e-Tron GT family. The RS e-Tron GT performance offers these inlays in matte carbon camouflage to complement the exterior. Vanadium, an anthracite-coloured effect finish with a dynamic appearance depending on the lighting, is a new interior feature.
The new e-Tron GT versions feature a steering wheel flattened at the top and bottom. The RS models come with two red control satellites on the steering wheel and an optional 12 o’clock marking. The seats have also been upgraded, featuring a new funnel aperture design for a more dynamic look and integrated inlays with illuminated logos. The S e-Tron GT now comes standard with sport seats plus a 14-way adjustment. Dinamica is used on the seats, steering wheel, hood above the virtual cockpit, door mirrors, centre console, and greenhouse (37 to 45 per cent Dinamica content). The RS models feature Dinamica in deep black. Cascade, a fabric reminiscent of natural fibres, is made with 15 per cent selvedge and 35 per cent recycled polyester.
Upgraded Audi virtual cockpit and Smart Panoramic Roof
The e-Tron GT family embraces digital connectivity with numerous Audi Connect services, on-demand functions, and an app store. The Audi virtual cockpit provides new information on battery temperature and displays the maximum possible charging power in real time. RS e-Tron GT features displays with RS-specific content. For example, RS e-Tron GT performance purchasers can choose a white power display and speedometer via the MMI system, a homage to the 1994 Audi RS 2 Avant’s original white analogue dials.
As an optional upgrade, a technologically advanced panoramic glass roof is available. This roof incorporates smart glass that minimizes direct sunlight and transforms into an opaque surface with the touch of a button. This is achieved through polymer-dispersed liquid crystal (PDLC) technology, which alters the glass from transparent to opaque. Electrically controlled glass components house two PDLC film elements sandwiching the liquid crystals. When no voltage is applied, the crystals form a non-transparent layer, making the roof opaque. The matte surface’s graphics mimic Audi’s signature sporty honeycomb design.
More Efficient and Powerful: Electric All-Wheel Drive
Permanent-magnet synchronous motors (PSMs) serve as electric motors on the front axle of the S e-Tron GT and RS e-Tron GT, each delivering 176 kW (239 PS). The RS e-Tron GT performance boasts modified power electronics on the front axle with a revised pulse inverter to handle even higher discharge currents. All three variants offer increased efficiency alongside significant power gains and improved acceleration.
A newly developed permanent-magnet synchronous motor (PSM) is also used on the rear axle. It shares the same size (192 millimetres axial length and 230 millimetres diameter) as the PSMs in the RS e-tron GT and RS e-tron GT performance. Parts like the motor come from the Premium Platform Electric (PPE). These rear axle electric motors each deliver 415 kW (564 PS). Both electric motors have power reserves for extreme driving situations. The combined maximum output of the drive system varies across the models: 500 kW (679 PS) for the S e-Tron GT, 630 kW (856 PS) for the RS e-Tron GT, and a staggering 680 kW (925 PS) for the RS e-Tron GT performance, making it the most powerful production car Audi has ever built.
Enhanced Performance with Impressive Acceleration
Across all three models, the fully electric Gran Turismo from Audi delivers impressive driving performance. The S e-Tron GT accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds, the RS e-Tron GT in 2.8 seconds, and the RS e-Tron GT performance achieves the feat in a remarkable 2.5 seconds. The S e-Tron GT1 reaches a top speed of 245 km/h. The RS models boast a top speed of 250 km/h (combined electric power consumption in kWh/100 km (62.1 mi): 21.1 –18.4 (WLTP); combined CO2 emissions in g/km (g/mi): 0; CO2 class: A).
New Brake System and Weight Reduction
A newly developed and enlarged brake system with standard steel discs and black callipers handles negative acceleration in the S e-Tron GT. The callipers are available in red as an option. Both RS models include tungsten carbide-coated brake discs, which are optional on the S model. The brake callipers come in the customer’s choice of black, red, or orange. Audi offers carbon-fibre ceramic discs for the entire e-Tron GT family. Here, the ten-piston callipers come as standard in anthracite and are available in red on request.
Overall it is a significant update over the previous gens and the fact that the e-Tron is available in multiple configurations makes the e-Tron a viable option when it comes to performance electric cars.Â
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