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Audi's incoming budget-friendly EV is getting closer.
The Audi A2 e-tron is an electric compact SUV scheduled to launch in Europe by November.
It could be the brand’s cheapest EV on sale to date.
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The A2 e-tron will provide competition for other small electric rivals, the recently-launched Volkswagen ID.3 Neo and the Volvo EX-30.
Audi is eager for its new model to follow in the efficient footsteps of its previous A2 practical hatchback.
The A2 powered by a 1.2 turbo-diesel engine, offering a sensational 3.0L/100km fuel efficiency.
Audi A2 e-tron details
The Audi A2 e-tron will be powered by a single electric motor, with three different power outputs.
The base car produces 140kW, while up-spec models make 170kW/350Nm or 240kW/545Nm.
Audi claims the A2 e-tron will be its most efficient model on sale.
It has a preliminary energy rating of 12.8kWh/100km, according to WLTP standards.
This means its 61kWh battery should provide a total driving range of up to 476km - a strong figure compared to other small car rivals.
Audi says an improved drag coefficient of 0.24 has boosted energy efficiency by 0.9kWh/100km.
The car can DC fast charge at 105kW, so a 10 to 80 per cent fill-up takes 26 minutes.
It also offers bi-directional charging, meaning it can power external devices and act as a home power supply.
Audi A2 e-tron’s Australian future
There is no official word on the A2 e-tron launching in Australia.
It could complement Audi’s Australian lineup as a more affordable EV offering, but it might be subject to hefty shipping costs from Europe.
The A2 e-tron’s Europe by November launch date places any potential Australian introduction in 2027.
Audi Australia has been contacted for comment to see if the local branch is interested in the car, and when it might launch Down Under.
