Audi is arguably the most active brand today when it comes to EVs. The company had announced a bold claim that it will launch 20 new EVs by 2025, and surprisingly, it seems to be on track.

The German automaker has added yet another vehicle to its EV portfolio, the Q4 Sportback e-tron, which happens to be its seventh fully electric vehicle. The company revealed the concept version for now and the real deal is expected to go on sale sometime in 2021.

Is The Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron Just Another Coupe-SUV?

The Q4 Sportback e-tron looks pretty much like its SUV counterpart, except for, of course, the sloping roofline at the rear. It maintains a rounded shape in general, but the sharp vertical fins on the extreme ends add a little character to it. The production version of the Q4 e-tron SUV won’t feature a three-dimensional logo since it houses an array of sensors, but the same hasn’t been revealed about its coupe counterpart.

The Sportback concept revealed is painted in the new kinetic grey color, which looks green-ish when viewed from certain angles. This metallic shade will look unique on production models and will be a much sought-after shade if Audi decided to incorporate it.

The side profile showcases the sloping roofline and this is what differentiates the Sportback from its SUV twin. It dips quite sharply, swallowing the rear windshield, and infuses itself into the rear spoiler. Although it looks quite cool, it needs to be seen if it’ll hamper the rearward visibility and eat into the headroom of the rear passengers.

This coupe concept rides on 22-inch wheels, but there is a slim chance of it being offered on the production-version as well. However, you can expect 19-, 20-, and 21-inch wheels to be offered on the trims.

Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron Concept exterior dimensions

Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron Interior and Technology

The cabin looks spacious, which generally is the case with any EV. However, Audi claims it is one of the most spacious cabins in its class. The 2,770 mm wheelbase and a lack of transmission tunnel say it all. The cabin is also said to be made fully sustainable materials. Instead of making use of paint and leather, Audi has opted for chrome plating, plexiglas, and recycled material. The seats are wrapped in Alcantara.

The automaker has carried over its virtual cockpit here, too. The center console is slapped with a 12.3-inch touchscreen system, which honestly, is small according to EV standards. Also, it’s not placed vertically like a tablet.

The Q4 e-tron SUV is going to feature two screens on the center console – one for infotainment needs and one for climate control and frequently used features.

The bottom one would also serve as a tablet so you can ‘write’ instead of using the keyboard.

What Will Power The Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron?

Just like the Q4 e-tron SUV, the Sportback, too, is pinned on Volkswagen’s MEB architecture. Other EVs from the Volkswagen Group are using this, like the Volkswagen ID.4 and Skoda Enyaq.

This results in a combined output of 306 horses and 340 pound-feet of torque.

Audi says the Q4 Sportback will take 6.3 seconds to hit the 62 mph mark from a standstill and the top speed will be limited to 112 mph. This is the same as the standard Q4 e-tron and not very impressive when compared to its closest rival, the Tesla Model Y. The latter takes just 4.8 seconds to hit the 60 mph even its slowest form.

Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron Concept drivetrain specifications

What Range Can We Expect From The Q4 Sportback e-tron?

The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron will come with an 82-kWh battery pack. The range is rated at 280 miles according to the WLTP cycle. The EPA rating is usually lower than WLTP ratings, so we’ll have to wait for that to be officially announced.

Even if it were to receive a rating of 250 miles, it isn’t too bad. Lately, the real-world range is on par with the EPA rating, so we don’t expect it to be too bad. Remember the Taycan’s EPA rating versus the real-world range? Plus, the Q4 Sportback e-tron is not heavy on performance, so a drastic dip in the range is unlikely.

Anyway, Audi also said that it will support charging at up to 125 kW. 80-percent of the battery can be recuperated in 30 minutes. The battery pack is expected to weigh around 1,100 pounds, which is much lighter than the rivals.

When Does the Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron Go on Sale and How Much Does It Cost?

The Q4 Sportback e-tron will debut sometime in 2021. Audi has not announced the pricing for the Q4 Sportback e-tron yet. However, we do know that its SUV peer will start at $45,000.

For the time being, Audi EVs are also eligible for federal tax credits, unlike Teslas.