- The 2025 Audi E-Tron GT replaces the R8 supercar because the automaker’s halo mannequin
- A brand new RS Audi E-Tron GT Efficiency variant joins the lineup with 912 hp
- The Audi E-Tron GT receives the Porsche Taycan’s upgraded 105-kwh battery
With the Audi R8 now not in manufacturing, the efficiency mantle at Audi Sport now lies with the 2025 E-Tron GT. Accordingly, Audi has given the electrical sedan a serious efficiency increase for its mid-cycle refresh, which was revealed late on Monday.
Moderately than mess with the already good-looking traces of the E-Tron GT, Audi centered on enhancing the automobile’s vary, charging, dealing with, and accessible energy—just like what Porsche did with its updates to the E-Tron GT’s Taycan sibling.
2025 Audi S E-Tron GT
The bottom E-Tron GT has been dropped and as an alternative the entry level is a brand new 670-hp S E-Tron GT grade. That is adopted by the present RS E-Tron GT grade, which in up to date type delivers 845 hp, up from 637 hp, after which a brand new RS E-Tron GT Efficiency flagship with 912 hp, making it essentially the most highly effective manufacturing Audi but.
All grades embody a lift perform that delivers 94 hp for 10-second stints. All of them additionally characteristic dual-motor all-wheel-drive powertrains. The height efficiency is delivered within the RS E-Tron GT Efficiency and contains 0-62 mph acceleration in 2.5 seconds and a prime pace capped at 155 mph.
2025 Audi RS E-Tron GT
The battery is similar 105-kwh unit fitted to the up to date Taycan. It sits decrease and likewise weighs barely lower than the 93-kwh unit it replaces, regardless of the larger capability. The burden of the battery alone is roughly 1,378 kilos. Charging speeds are additionally quicker because of the utmost charging fee rising to 320 kw, up from the present 270 kw. The vitality accessible through brake regeneration has additionally elevated from 290 to 400 kw.
The utmost vary estimate for the WLTP check cycle used abroad is 378 miles, although this could lie nearer to 300 miles when utilizing the stricter EPA cycle. The E-Tron GT’s present EPA vary estimate tops out at 249 miles.
Some key modifications have additionally been made to the chassis. These embody a extra highly effective brake system with normal 10-piston entrance calipers throughout the vary. Metal rotors are used for the S E-Tron GT and a tungsten carbide-coated rotor design is used for the RS duo (accessible on the S). Carbon-ceramic rotors are additionally accessible throughout the vary.
Audi mentioned it additionally strengthened the driveshafts and recalibrated the electronics liable for the all-wheel-drive system’s torque distribution. The suspension has additionally been up to date. This contains new dual-valve dampers that have been additionally added to the up to date Taycan. The dampers enable for adjustment of each rebound and compression, leading to a wider efficiency bandwidth relating to consolation and dealing with management. Patrons can even go for an lively suspension system that comes with configurable modes plus a pre-programmed mode particularly designed for monitor driving. Rear-wheel steering can also be accessible to assist with the dealing with.
2025 Audi RS E-Tron GT
On the outside of the up to date E-Tron GT, essentially the most notable change is the brand new entrance fascia designs. There are distinct designs for the S and RS duo, with the RS vehicles getting a entrance fascia that makes them look even wider and extra planted. Audi additionally gives new colours to select from and, relying on the grade, some carbon accents, together with for the roof. A panoramic glass roof can also be accessible.
2025 Audi S E-Tron GT
Inside, the E-Tron GT will get new designs for the seats, steering wheel, and door sills, and the digital gauge cluster supplies new info on the battery reminiscent of temperature, the utmost doable charging fee in actual time, a completion forecast, and the preconditioning standing.
Availability and pricing info for the up to date E-Tron G within the U.S. hasn’t been introduced, however the up to date E-Tron GT is predicted to start out gross sales later this 12 months as a 2025 mannequin. In different markets the order books are already open.
