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December 15, 2021
Test drive of the Audi e-tron GT: In a word, it's a car that feels good to drive | Audi
The e-tron GT quattro is Perfectly Adequate
The packaging is also well thought out. Leveraging its long 2900mm wheelbase, the rear seats offer ample space for two adult males over 175cm without feeling cramped. Despite housing a large battery under the floor, Audi's explanation holds true: clever design of the battery's placement and shape minimizes impact on interior space, ensuring functionality.
Audi plans to aggressively advance the electrification of its lineup. By 2025, one-third of its lineup will be EVs, all new cars will be EVs by 2026, and production of internal combustion engine vehicles will cease by 2033 (except in China).
Audi Japan is also committed to supporting the spread of the e-tron family with large batteries by installing CHAdeMO chargers capable of high-speed charging at 150 kW at dealerships in the near future.
Folding down the rear seatbacks allows for easy loading of golf clubs, skis, or surfboards. The front seats are particularly spacious. The basic dashboard design is consistent with other Audi models, so there's no sense of unfamiliarity upon entering the car.
The price for the e-tron GT quattro is 13.99 million yen, and the RS e-tron GT is 17.99 million yen. This doesn't mean the latter is the only option; while more powerful, the former should be perfectly adequate. Unfortunately, the less than 100 units allocated to Japan for 2021 have already sold out. I find myself worrying that the next allocation might command a premium price.
