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Audi e-tron 55 Sportback

Audi e-tron 55 Sportback is an all-electric luxury coupe SUV with a WLTP range of up to 452 km (281 miles). EVKX.net has all the details.

Audi e-tron 55 Sportback

Audi e-tron 55 Sportback

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Performance

With overboost, the Audi e-tron 55 Sportback reaches a maximum power of 300 kW (408 hp / 402 bhp). Without overboost, it delivers 265 kW (360 hp / 355 bhp). The maximum torque is 664 Nm (490 lb-ft). It can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 5.7 seconds and reaches a top speed of 200 km/h (124 mph), demonstrating its solid performance.

Battery, range, and charging

The high-capacity battery has a gross capacity of 95 kWh and a net usable capacity of 86 kWh, providing an 9 kWh buffer (9.5%) for battery protection. With a nominal voltage of 396 volts, the system is classified as a 400-volt battery system, aligning with industry standards. This Lithium-Ion battery utilizes NMC (Nickel Manganese Cobalt) technology.

Under the WLTP (Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure) standard, the vehicle’s range varies between 452 to 373 km (281-232 miles), depending on the specific configuration and options, such as wheel size. Larger wheels, for instance, can increase energy consumption and subsequently reduce the overall range. The vehicle’s energy consumption is rated at 19.0 kWh/100 km for the base model and 23.1 kWh/100 km for the top-tier model under the WLTP test cycle. For more details about the range, see real-world data and range listing on this model’s range and consumption page.

The vehicle supports fast DC charging with a maximum power of 150 kW. Charging from 0% to 100% takes approximately 44 minutes, while a more typical charging scenario from 10% to 80% takes 26 minutes with an average charging speed at 139 kW. Considering an additional 5 minutes for each charging stop due to driving interruptions, the optimal charging range is from 3% to 81%. This results in an effective charging speed, including time lost, of 118 kW, with each charging session taking about 34 minutes and 14 seconds..

In a theoretical 1000 km challenge, starting with a full battery and maintaining a constant speed of 120 km/h (75 mph) under ideal conditions with an assumed consumption rate of 26 kWh/100 km, the trip would take approximately 9 hours and 50 minutes. This journey would require three charging stops from 12% to 80%, with a total charging time of 91 minutes.

Onboard charger

The standard onboard charger supports up to 11 kW for Level 1 and Level 2 AC charging. This allows you to fully charge the battery from 0 to 100% in approximately 7 hours and 49 minutes using a home charging setup. For faster charging, you can opt for an optional onboard charger that supports up to 22 kW. With this upgrade, you can achieve a full charge from 0 to 100% in just about 3 hours and 54 minutes at home.

Charge port

The location of the charge port is on the left front side. This location makes it easy to charge stations where you park side into the charger. Connector types vary by market: this model uses CCS Combo 1 in North America and CCS Combo 2 in Europe. For complete specifications for all markets, refer to the full specifications. A second port is on the right front side. This extra port gives you more parking options for AC charging. The connector types vary between the different markets. This model uses J1772 for North America and for Europe, TYPE2. For complete specifications for all markets, refer to the full specifications.

Drivetrain

Audi e-tron 55 Sportback features an all-wheel drive system powered by two motors, one on each axle. The motors used are Induction Motors.

Suspension

The front suspension is double wishbone, and the rear suspension is Multilink. It uses air suspension and hydraulic dampers. The suspension is fully adaptive on the front and rear axle, so height and damping can be adjusted manually and automatically. The minimum ground clearance is 152 mm, and the maximum is 248 mm.

You can order Audi e-tron 55 Sportback with an alternative Adaptive Air Suspension Sport suspension. The front suspension is double wishbone, and the rear suspension is Multilink. It uses air suspension and hydraulic dampers. The suspension is fully adaptive on the front and rear axle, so height and damping can be adjusted manually and automatically. The minimum ground clearance is 152 mm, and the maximum is 248 mm.

Steering

Dynamic steering is a standard feature on the Audi e-tron 55 Sportback. Dynamic steering varies the steering ratio as a function of driving speed.

Drive modes

The Audi e-tron 55 Sportback lets the user select different drive modes that affect the car’s handling. The driver can choose between 7 modes:

  • Dynamic: Dynamic steering, low suspension with dynamic throttle and suspension.
  • Efficiency: Balanced steering, low suspension with efficient throttle, and balanced suspension.
  • Comfort: Balanced steering, normal suspension height with efficient throttle, and comfort suspension damping.
  • Allroad: Balanced steering, high suspension height with balanced throttle and damping.
  • Offroad: Balanced steering, max suspension height with balanced throttle and damping.
  • Auto: Balanced steering, adaptive suspension height with balanced throttle, and adaptive suspension damping.
  • Custom: Custom-defined steering, suspension, and throttle response.

Brakes

The rear and front brakes are cast-iron discs. The front discs are 375mm, and the rear discs are 350mm.

Regenerative braking

The regenerative braking system in this model offers several modes to enhance efficiency and driving experience. The most efficient option is the Automatic Regeneration Mode, where the vehicle coasts when possible and employs regenerative braking to reduce speed as needed.

Manual regeneration is another mode, where regenerative braking is controlled by pressing the brake pedal. The brake system blends in physical brakes only when necessary.

Another option is the Regen on Accelerator Pedal mode where regenerative braking is activated when the driver eases off the accelerator pedal. This system allows the vehicle to slow down and recover energy without the driver needing to press the brake pedal, a feature often referred to as one-pedal driving. However, it is not considered full one-pedal driving since, at low speeds, the vehicle will keep rolling until it comes to a stop by itself.

Additionally, you can adjust the strength of the regenerative braking when you lift your foot off the accelerator. There are three levels of regenerative braking to choose from, allowing you to customize the driving experience to your preference.

Exterior

The Audi e-tron 55 Sportback, with dimensions of 4901 mm in length, 1935 mm in width, and 1616 mm in height, falls into the Mid-size SUVs offer a blend of space, comfort, performance, and versatility, making them suitable for a wide range of drivers with diverse needs. Audi e-tron 55 Sportback is available in a total of 61 paint colors, including solid, metallic, and pearlescent options. In addition to the standard palette, some colors are from the exclusive ‘Audi exclusive’ palette.

You can also choose several styling options to make your car more unique. In addition, you can equip this model with an s-line exterior package. This package gives a more sporty design with a sporty diffusor and air intake.

The black optics design package is an option. This package includes a black single-frame grille, black bezels around the windows, and if equipped with rails, black rails.

You can select from multiple wheel options in different sizes on the Audi e-tron 55 Sportback, allowing you to customize your vehicle to suit your style and driving preferences. The available tire and wheel combinations include:

  • 255/55 tires on 19" rims
  • 255/50 tires on 20" rims
  • 265/45 tires on 21" rims

More narrow wheels will improve consumption and give a longer range, while wider wheels will provide better traction and handling.

The car has four regular doors and a hatchback-style liftgate. Soft close is an optional function for the side doors.

There are two different roof options to select from. The standard is just a regular roof. As an option, you can order this model with a panoramic roof. The glass extends most of the roof, and occupants can open the front part. This glass makes the car’s interior feel more spacious and bright, which can improve the mood and comfort of the occupant. It has an electric curtain that occupants can use to protect against the sun.

Additionally, you can order the car with tinted windows from the B-pillar backward, which enhances privacy and reduces glare and heat from the sun, making the interior more comfortable for passengers. As an option, double-glazed side windows are available to reduce cabin noise, enhancing the overall driving experience.

Audi e-tron 55 Sportback

Audi e-tron 55 Sportback

Interior

Seats

The Audi e-tron 55 Sportback accommodates five passengers with two seats in the front and a three-seat bench in the rear.

First row seats

For the front row, the Audi e-tron 55 Sportback offers five different seat types to choose from, catering to a range of comfort and style preferences.

The following functionalities are available on the standard seat.

  • electric adjustment (optional)
  • height adjustable headrest
  • length adjustable headrest (optional)
  • heating (optional)
  • memory driver seat (optional)

You can choose from 4 different materials/colors for this seat type.

The following functionalities are available on the sport seat.

You can choose from 3 different materials/colors for this seat type.

The following functionalities are available on the s-line sport seat.

You can choose from 4 different materials/colors for this seat type.

The following functionalities are available on the s sport seat.

You can choose from 4 different materials/colors for this seat type.

The following functionalities are available on the multicontour seat.

You can choose from 4 different materials/colors for this seat type.

Audi e-tron 55 Sportback

Audi e-tron 55 Sportback

Second-row seat

The second row has a standard three-seat bench with a 40:20:40 split where you can fold each section separately to increase the cargo space. In addition, the following functionalities are available.

  • height adjustable headrest
Audi e-tron 55 Sportback

Audi e-tron 55 Sportback

There is only one type of steering wheel available.

Climate system

You can choose from two different climate systems. The 2-zone climate system supports different temperatures in two zones for the driver and passenger. The 4-zone climate system supports different temperatures in four zones for the driver, passenger, and two separate passengers in the back seat. This model has a heat pump as standard. This heat pump can save significant energy that the EV would use for heating in cold weather.

Comfort

Audi e-tron 55 Sportback has several features to make your life as a driver or passenger more comfortable.

Keyless entry allows access to the car without needing to find the key. As long you bring it with you, the doors open.

Keyless go makes it possible to start the car without using the key.

The steering wheel is electrically adjustable.

You have an ’easy entry’ function for the driver seat that moves the seat to make it easier to enter the car.

You have wireless charging for your phone.

User interface and control

The Audi e-tron 55 Sportback has multiple integrated screens. Behind the steering wheel is a digital instrument cluster, and in the center console, there are two different infotainment screens. The screen behind the steering wheel integrated into the dashboard is 12.3 inches large and has a 1920 x 720 pixels resolution. The touch screen at the top of the center console is 10.1 inches large and has a 1540 x 720 pixels resolution. The touch screen at the bottom of the center console is 8.6 inches large and has a 1280 x 660 pixels resolution. A head-up display is an optional system that presents speed and other important driver information in front of the driver on the windshield.

Audi e-tron 55 Sportback

Audi e-tron 55 Sportback

Infotainment

You can choose between two sound systems on the Audi e-tron 55 Sportback. With the Audi Sound system, you get ten speakers with a max system output of 180 watts. With the Bang & Olufsen Sound System, you get 16 speakers with a max system output of 700 watts.

In addition, with the standard in-car navigation system, you get the help you need to find your destination. Furthermore, the Audi e-tron 55 Sportback supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. This functionality allows you to present your phone’s screen in the car’s screen so you can run apps like Google Maps or Waze.

The model has 2 USB-C connections as standard. As an option, you can get additional 2 USB-C connections.

Lights

You can choose between three types of headlights for the Audi e-tron 55 Sportback. The standard headlights use LED technology. Headlights based on LED Matrix technology are available as an option. LED Matrix is an adaptive system that splits the traditional single headlight beam into dozens of smaller rays that the light controller can turn on and off individually to un-light small areas in front. The optional LED Digital Matrix works as LED Matrix but in addition The new digital lighting system offers features that make driving easier and more secure. One major advantage is the lane and orientation lighting for highways, in which the headlights emit a carpet of light up to 50 meters long. It brightly illuminates the driver’s current lane and adjusts dynamically during lane changes. Dark spots — areas, where the lighting is dimmed — show where the car is positioned in the lane. In addition, the standard taillights use LED technology.

Audi e-tron 55 Sportback

Audi e-tron 55 Sportback

Advanced driver assistance systems

The Audi e-tron 55 Sportback has several standard and optional advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) for better safety and comfort.

Efficiency Assist is a standard system that helps drivers to drive preemptively and save energy.

Safety systems

The Audi e-tron 55 Sportback has an anti-lock braking system (ABS) as a standard system. This system helps to prevent a vehicle’s wheels from locking up during braking.

The Audi e-tron 55 Sportback has an Electronic Stability Control as a standard system designed to improve a vehicle’s stability and handling during sudden maneuvers or slippery road conditions.

The Audi e-tron 55 Sportback has a lane-keeping assist as a standard system. This system helps to prevent the car from getting out of its lane. In addition, it has a lane departure warning system that warns the driver if the vehicle leaves the driving lane.

Front Cross Traffic Assist is an optional driver assist system that helps drivers detect oncoming traffic when crossing an intersection or turning left or right from a stopped position.

Rear Cross Traffic Alert is an optional driver assist system that uses sensors to detect approaching vehicles from the side when backing out of a parking space or driveway.

Forward Collision Warning is an optional driver assist system to help drivers avoid or mitigate frontal collisions.

The Audi e-tron 55 Sportback has automatic emergency braking as a standard system. This system helps prevent or mitigate collisions by applying the brakes autonomously if the driver fails to react to an impending collision.

Automatic emergency steering is an optional driver assist system designed to help drivers avoid collisions by automatically steering the vehicle in an emergency.

Blind-spot monitoring is an optional driver-assist system. This side assist system helps to detect traffic in blind spots.

Driving Automation

The Audi e-tron 55 Sportback offers driving automation on level 1 or 2, depending on the equipment level.

With the level 1 system, you get the following driving automation features.

With the Assistantpackage Tour level 2 system, you get additional driving automation features to the ones listed above.

Sensors & Cameras

This model uses cameras, radar, and ultrasonic sensors for the driver assist systems. Up to five radar sensors, five cameras, and 12 ultrasonic sensors register everything that happens in the vehicle’s environment.

Cargo Capacity and Towing Ability

The cargo capacity in the trunk is 660 liters. With the rear seat down, it is 1725 liters. On the roof, you can load up to 75 kg (165.3 lbs). The maxium weight of the car is 3170 kg (6989 lbs), and with the base weight of 2520 kg (5556 lbs), you can max load 650 kg (1433 lbs), including driver and passengers. Some options can increase the base weight and reduce the maximum loading weight.

You can order the car with a towbar. The maximum total weight on a braked trailer is 1800, and on unbraked, it is 750 kg (3968/1653 lbs).

Audi e-tron 55 Sportback

Audi e-tron 55 Sportback

Availability & Pricing

This model had a world premiere on 19.11.2019, and deliveries started in May 2020. This models has now been discontined. This model has been replaced by Audi Q8 Sportback 55 e-tron.

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