Audi e-tron GT Reborn: A 925 HP Electric Powerhouse Redefining Luxury Performance
The Audi e-tron GT, the flagship electric vehicle from Ingolstadt, has undergone a comprehensive modernization, solidifying its position as the most powerful series-produced model in the manufacturer’s history. While the exterior changes may appear subtle, the real revolution has taken place under the bodywork, bringing significant improvements in power, performance, and charging efficiency. The e-tron GT family has expanded to three variants: S e-tron GT, RS e-tron GT, and RS e-tron GT performance, each offering unique styling features and performance characteristics. Designers set out to more clearly differentiate the individual versions, giving the S e-tron GT a more elegant character, while the RS models exude sporting aggression. The most noticeable changes include redesigned air intakes, a new singleframe grille pattern in RS versions, and an innovative finishing material – carbon “camouflage”, available in the top-tier variant on elements such as mirror housings, sills, splitter, and diffuser. The interior features anthracite decorative inserts, new seats, steering wheel, and sill guards, while the multimedia system has been enriched with additional functions related to monitoring the charging process. An interesting feature is the ability to personalize the virtual cockpit by installing a “skin” inspired by the analog gauges of the legendary 1994 Audi RS2 Avant.
However, what lies under the hood constitutes the true revolution. The modernized powertrain of the Audi S e-tron GT now generates an impressive 500 kW (679 HP), the RS e-tron GT reaches 630 kW (856 HP), and the top-of-the-line RS e-tron GT performance can boast a system power of 680 kW (925 HP), making it the most powerful series-produced Audi in the brand’s history. Engineers from Ingolstadt, inspired by solutions used in the Porsche Taycan, have introduced a boost function in RS versions, which provides an additional 70 kW of power for 10 seconds, resulting in even more spectacular performance. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h now takes the S e-tron GT 3.4 seconds, the RS e-tron GT 2.8 seconds, and the most powerful RS e-tron GT performance needs only 2.5 seconds to reach 100 km/h. Top speeds are equally impressive: the S e-tron GT reaches 245 km/h, while RS models achieve 250 km/h. To ensure better handling at such high performance levels, the cars have received a more direct steering ratio and an enlarged braking system. Additionally, following Porsche’s example, Audi now offers an intelligent glass roof with adjustable transparency and active suspension with a comfortable entry function, further elevating the level of luxury and functionality.
Key improvements also concern the power supply and charging system. The e-tron GT’s battery has undergone a thorough modernization, now offering higher energy density with a capacity of 97 kWh net. Moreover, it can now accept current with an impressive power of 320 kW, which in practice means that under optimal conditions, charging the battery from 10 to 80 percent takes just 18 minutes. This significant reduction in charging time is crucial for users covering long distances. Thanks to the new cell chemistry, the e-tron GT’s range has increased to an impressive 609 km according to the WLTP cycle, placing it at the forefront of the segment in terms of range. These changes not only improve the practicality of daily use but also increase the attractiveness of the e-tron GT as an alternative to traditional premium combustion engine cars. Audi is already accepting orders for all versions of the refreshed e-tron GT, offering customers not only the latest achievements in electromobility but also an unparalleled combination of luxury, sports performance, and advanced technology. This modernization not only strengthens the e-tron GT’s position as Audi’s flagship electric vehicle but also sets new standards in the luxury electric car segment, challenging the competition and showing that the era of electromobility can be just as exciting as the era of combustion engines
