The e-tron was the start of Audi’s electric launch spree with several models following suit including the delectable e-tron GT. Now, the e-tron has been branded as Q8 e-tron along with getting styling upgrades plus more range. It is also the first Audi to feature the two-dimensional design of the four rings on the exterior. The range starts with the Q8 50 e-tron (not available in the US) and the Sportback which develop 250 kW in boost mode and 664 Nm of torque along with a range of up to 281 miles.
The dual-motor Audi Q8 55 e-tron meanwhile makes 300 kW in boost mode and 664 Nm of torque while the range is around 373 miles.
The big daddy is the SQ8 e-tron and Sportback which get three motors. This boosts performance to 370 kW and 973 Nm of torque. Range is 307 miles. The new Q8 e-tron and Sportback will be on sale from the start of 2023.