CHARGING AHEAD BY Roger Garbow
AUDI E-TRON GT/RS E-TRON GT
If you’ve been listening to the media hype, the electric vehicle revolution has been on our doorstep for years. Yet, until recently, the only significant player in the premium end of the market has been Tesla. Finally, there are some new kids on the block who are about to kick the EV garage door wide open.
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Coming on the heels of the critically acclaimed e-tron SUV, Audi has just introduced the e-tron GT. This jaw-dropping sedan is arguably the most gorgeous EV yet, seating four in sublime comfort and cutting-edge technology. The vehicle shares a platform with Porsche’s excellent Taycan, but reimagined with Audi’s specific design flair and ride characteristics. Audis have long been known for stylish performance and the GT intends carry that ethos into the electric vehicle category, setting a new benchmark for luxury EVs and giving the Tesla Model S a serious competitor.
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For the last two decades, Audi has led the way in automotive interior design. Their cockpits are beautifully appointed with quality materials and flawless craftsmanship. Unlike some other luxury brands, functionality and ergonomics are also a priority. The seats are comfortable yet supportive while all controls fall easily to hand. With the e-tron GT, Audi is elevating their own high standard by creating a cockpit that feels modern and high tech, but also familiar. It doesn’t scream EV with a giant stuck on tablet or nonintuitive interfaces. Just a clean, elegant and highly functional cabin with real buttons and switches and featuring my favorite driver information screen, Audi’s industry leading Virtual Cockpit. This is a car that passengers will love, and drivers will covet.
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Speaking of driving, the e-tron GT offers 469 horsepower and 464 lb-ft of torque through its dual motors, while the hotter RS e-tron puts out a serious 590 HP and 612 lb-ft. delivering 0-60 mph in only 3.3 seconds. Handling promises to be impressive as well with the GT’s center of gravity lower even than Audi’s ground-hugging R8 supercar. For driving range, the GT delivers 238 miles on a charge. Recharging is easy, with 60 miles of range gained in only 5 minutes via DC fast charging and going from 5- 80% charge in only 20 minutes. The e-tron GT and RS e-tron GT will be turning heads on local roads beginning this summer. I personally can’t wait to get behind the wheel.
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