Mid-Life Refresh for Audi’s Flagship E-Tron GT
The Audi E-Tron GT, a sleek and high-end electric vehicle (EV), is set to undergo a mid-life update, aligning with Audi’s ambitious plans for a dynamic 2024.
As a flagship model closely related to the Porsche Taycan, which is also scheduled for a mid-life update in the same year, the refreshed E-Tron GT is anticipated to bring forth key technological enhancements in its powertrain and batteries, accompanied by a refreshed exterior aesthetic.
Tech Upgrades and Performance Boost
While specific details about powertrain updates are kept under wraps by both Audi and Porsche, the rapid advancements in battery and EV powertrain technology suggest that the E-Tron GT will likely see improvements in both range and performance.
Leveraging its impressive 800V electronic architecture, the E-Tron GT is poised to maintain its status as a cutting-edge EV in the luxury segment.
Power-packed Battery and Motor Configurations
The existing E-Tron GT boasts a formidable 93.4kWh battery pack, offering varying power outputs in the base and RS models—530bhp and 640bhp, respectively—courtesy of their twin-motor setups.
Spy sightings of a potential triple-motor variant by Porsche hint at a super-high-performance model, leaving enthusiasts curious about Audi’s plans for a similar offering.
Stylish Exterior Updates Revealed Through Spy Images
Spy images of the updated E-Tron GT reveal a redesigned front bumper with enlarged air intakes flanking the now solid single-frame grille.
The prototype showcases a fresh and more open wheel design, complemented by large carbon ceramic brakes indicative of a high-spec RS version. Notable changes at the rear include a concealed rear bumper design, suggesting a renewed focus on aesthetics.
Range-Tiered Lineup and Interior Innovations
The spy shots unveil a second E-Tron GT prototype featuring smaller wheels and tires, likely representing the entry-level model.
This implies that the updated E-Tron GT will maintain a two-tier lineup, catering to diverse preferences. Inside the cabin, expectations include specification and material changes, with speculation surrounding the potential upsizing of the current car’s relatively small infotainment screen.
Unveiling Audi’s 2024 Roadmap
Anticipation grows for the next-generation E-Tron GT, with insights expected to be revealed early next year.
This launch will be part of a broader narrative for Audi in 2024, coinciding with the finalization of the Q6 E-tron for production and the impending release of the A6 E-Tron sibling shortly thereafter.
Stay tuned for an electrifying year ahead from the German automotive giant.
