Overview
The Q4 55 quattro adds a front motor to the Q4 e-tron platform for quattro all-wheel drive. The combined 220kW and 460Nm produce 5.4-second acceleration โ a meaningful performance upgrade over the 45โs 8.5 seconds. The AWD system distributes torque proactively between axles, providing confident traction on wet roads, loose gravel, and during hard acceleration from rest.
The 549km WLTP represents a 42km range reduction versus the 45 RWD โ the extra motorโs mass and the AWD systemโs additional losses are managed well by the 82kWh battery.
Key Specification
Battery: 82kWh. WLTP: 549km. Drive: AWD. DC: 175kW. 0-100: 5.4s. Price: ~$91,900.
Verdict
The Q4 55 quattro is for buyers who want Audi compact EV AWD performance. Compared to the Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD ($71,900) โ which has faster charging (240kW), longer warranty (7 years), and V2L at $20,000 less โ the Audi premium reflects brand and interior quality rather than technical leadership.