DecodedCarsAudi Q4 e-tron
5 model years from 2022 to 2026, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.
- Model years
- 2022–2026
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Latest engines
- Electric
- EV range
- up to 288 mi
- Latest rating
- ★★★★★ (2025)
- Recalls
- 8 campaigns, all years
- Most complaints
- 2023 (27)
- Interest
- 4,173 Wikipedia views / 30 days
The 2026 Q4 e-tron in brief
The 2026 Audi Q4 e-tron is a standard SUV powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 181 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 109-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,872 lb (4dr SUV).
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 288 miles and takes about 9.5 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
It has 1 recall campaign on file.
The Audi Q4 e-tron has 5 model years in our data, from 2022 to 2026, classed as Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD.
Owners most often report problems with the electrical system (39), service brakes (11), vehicle speed control (9).
Buying used? 2024 has the fewest problems in our data.
2022 has the most recalls (5); all years together count 8 campaigns and 61 owner complaints.
How the 2022 Q4 e-tron compares
The 2022 Audi Q4 e-tron is a standard SUV powered by electricity and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 181 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 109-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,872 lb (4dr SUV).
About the Audi Q4 e-tron
The Audi Q4 e-tron is a battery electric compact luxury crossover SUV produced by Audi. It is based on Volkswagen Group's electric MEB platform and is the fourth fully-electric model in the Audi e-tron series after the Audi Q8 e-tron, e-tron GT and Q2L e-tron. Production began in March 2021, with the production version being unveiled in April 2021.
From the Wikipedia article "Audi Q4 e-tron", licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
2026 Q4 e-tron pros & cons
Full 2026 details →What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Best and worst years to buy used
2024 Q4 e-tron
22 owner complaints · 4 recalls · 2 crash reports
NHTSA overall: ★★★★★
None of the 3 model years we compared stands out for complaints or recalls.
NHTSA recalls and complaints for 3 model years since 2015; use it alongside a pre-purchase inspection. How we calculate this →
Compare head to head
Q4 e-tron changes by model year
- 2025
- Longest EV range up from 265 to 288 miles
- 2024
- Now crash-tested by NHTSA: 5 stars overall
- 2023
- Longest EV range up from 241 to 265 miles
Years without a measurable change are left out.
Show all 5 model years side by side
Alternatives to the 2026 Q4 e-tron
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Tesla Model Y | 357 mi | Not rated | 8 |
| 2026 Land Rover Defender | 20 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2026 BMW X3 | 29 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Porsche Macan | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Audi Q5 | 24 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Most common owner-reported problems
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →