Im a fan of the car. I personally would have liked to see a more crazy exterior and the camera mirrors which were a cool unique feature. Otherwise a pretty good vehicle overall. Nice review.
The e-tron has camera mirrors in other markets. In the US that technology is not allowed or approved yet. You can see a slight indentation about the front door handles & the unlock/lock controls where they put the displays.
I’m a big fan of tesla (and a stock shareholder). However, I love the design of this Etron. One thing I like is that it still looks like a car. It has a grill, dashboard and center screen. Just bc a car is battery powered, it can and should still look like a real car.
Drag coefficient has nothing to do with the size of a vehicle it's a ratio. A huge car with a drag coefficient of 0.25 will still experience more drag than a small car with a drag coefficient of 0.4. people think because a car has a low drag coefficient it is by definition efficient.
Aesthetically inside and out the Sportback blows the Tesla out of the water. This thing looks super sexy. Once Audi manages to increase the battery range and the speed, it would be no comparison to a Model X/Y. Awesome review as always! 👍👍
RWD based quattro....wow. That is a sweet ride and if you live in a snowy climate there is no ride better than an Audi quattro. Love the interior too. Great review.
Looks great, better than the original e-tron. Can’t believe Audi is not bringing the Q3 sportback to the US, that car looks much better in the sportback version in my opinion.
I honestly can’t keep up with electric vehicles. You pick up the hood and you see nothing. If this was out in 1976 it would have put my mechanic Bill at the sunoco station out of business . Man have times changed . I’m glad I grew up in that era . Technology is going there and it’s great for those who want it . Great review. This might be the future, but not mine
Love the look of the standard E-tron. Kinda doubt Audi that the Sportback doesn’t lose as much practicality as they claim. Audi has a long way to go in terms of range to compete but styling is worlds better than Tesla, in my opinion. Audi’s dollar-to-range value is just not good, the math doesn’t work if they want to REALLY compete.
Great job, Joe, as usual! But the car, and to answer the question in the title - hard and solid NO. Tesla is way ahead of everybody. $80k and 218 miles of range is a joke. Porsche's Taycan with 200 miles and over $100k is even worse. Made in USA baby, all day long!
I've been wanting to see this one reviewed here in the States. Most of the reviews are from Europe (where this thing outsells Teslas 20 to 1); wanted to see how it translates here. I'm kind of "meh" about it; I'm sure its magnificently built and high quality, but that interior is a $50K to $60K interior in an $80K car. I really thought the "battery premium" that makes $20K cars cost $40K (ahem Model 3) was moving in the right direction over the past couple of years. Looks like we have a ways to go still. Go sit in an $80K Lexus LS500 AWD and then go sit in this; even if ozone depletion has melanoma growing on your forehead you won't buy this EV.
Range is terrible. My Tesla gets 370 miles. And try to find fast public chargers. Good luck. Tesla supercharging system is the only way to go. This is not a review , it’s a sales pitch.
Why not? By 2040 most states will ban the sale of gasoline cars? We felt the same we’ve been to 7 dealerships bc of Raitis videos lol I need a SUV and my husband a sedan. And I think my husband is buying a Tesla trading in his sexy two door sports car -_- but I guess EV is the future
Range (or lack there of) is a big zonk. The forthcoming Mach-e GT & the Model Y performance both get upwards of 70-90 miles more range. With EVs, range is everything.
Happy to see another electric car that does not look like a science project here on Raiti's Rides.... It’s also crazy to hear “it’s all made it to a single speed automatic transmission”🙈
You don't say anything about the costs...what happens when the batteries worn out? In a diesel if the turbo goes out then you replace the turbo, in a reg engine a pipe bursts you replace the pipe which is not too much trouble but when the batteries for this E tron worn out then what? What would be the cost? How long these batteries run for before they go bust? 2 years? 3 years?
Joe: Another Great Review for a nice ride..I think for the price another 50 miles or so of range would be nice..That would be more like current competitors..
Tesla has no idea that everyday luxury brands are the ones that will cause their downfall It wont be Lucid The Audi E-Tron, Volvo Polestar-2, Jaguar i-Pace, Mustang Mach-E and Porsche Taycan are the REAL threat in the long run
I’m really disappointed that that’s all you get for $80k. I mean for less than half you can get a basic Tesla Model 3 with better range, Auto Pilot, more cargo room in the trunk, a frunk, Tesla’s DashCam, access to Tesla’s Superchargers, etc. Even the Volvo Polestar 2 is better equipped and has more range.
Wait a minute. Range 218 Miles, and price $80k? that's it i stopped watching at 6:20 everyone talk about HP/Torque, my 1st concern is Range. and if i have to buy one, i''d rather buy tesla Model Y for less than $60K and more than 300 Miles range. Bigger display and Technology.
Tesla destroys this thing , price range outrageous, buts it’s Audi . Tesla better range does it for me although I love everything about this exterior and interior range is a killer
Yooooooooooow Audi coming for Tesla out here!!! Personally not a huge fan of this SUV coupe styling that Audi Mercedes and BMW pushing but this bruiser has tech out the wazoo and it scoots!!! Thanks for this review here Joe!!! 🚗🔌⚡⚡⚡⚡⚡⚡💪🏽👋🏽👋🏽👍🏼 #RaitisRides #OnThrottle #ToTheDoorPanel #TwinkiesForDays #CrownVic #OnThrottleAllDay #AudiEtron
Nice video. The car is nice but since it is shaped as a coupe it is clearly going after Tesla Model Y. It has much nicer higher profile tires than Model Y. Obviously it has a nicer interior. However pricewise it is clearly overpriced, especially considering the lower range than Model Y. It has a very fast charging speed using Electrify America and even not hitting such high charging speeds of Model Y it keeps high charging speed until 95% while Model Y is throttling down starting from 45% and especially after 60% the way Model 3 does. In fact Tesla slows even more the charging speed after a year if the owner had been using Supercharging for too many times during this time. Both vehicles have a heat-pump which is extremely efficient in colder climates. And BTW in snowy environment Etron has an advantage of higher ground clearance. It is clearly a vehicle aiming to use improving Electrify America network which so far lags behind Tesla's Supercharging network. At the moment the biggest drawback of Etron is lack of over-the-air updates. This is a shame since Ford Mustang Mach E coming soon will provide over-the-air updates positioned as another Tesla Model Y competitor. Presumably Volkswagen will cooperate with Ford building EVs thus in the future they will solve software problems providing over-the-air updates the way their partner Ford does. There is another VW vehicle coming ID4 which even being similar to Etron hopefully will have a much more reasonable price. I really hope this channel will provide nice reviews of those upcoming Mach E and ID4 the way it always does.
@@RaitisRides You are so welcome! Most channels grow on fake stuff really fast. You channel grows on really hard work and research into it to make it happen having new videos daily or twice daily. That is very laudable and you deserve the fast growth happening now with your channel. I like smooth transitions from the history of the vehicle to most practically important features. I would also enjoy comparisons if you can get 2 similarly competing vehicles side by side but I am not so sure it fits the direction of your channel.
Wow wow and not like American electric vehicles with luggage compartments on the front. Why are American electric vehicle companies making such type of vehicles? Is there acute requirement of luggage space? Huh!!! Just cannot believe otherwise Tesla cars, Ravian vehicles etc are incredible.
Stopped listening after hearing the price of $80,000. I can buy a lot of car AND gas for that amount. I thought the Tesla Model 3 was high, the Audi is just ridiculous.
Jay Adams Tesla Model 3 Performance price can climb into the $60,000 range depending on build. I would trust Tesla before Audi for this type of vehicle. But feel free, it’s your money, if you think it’s worth $80,000...spend away. Personally, at this point in time, I wouldn’t buy either.
That’s a boss suv 🚙 joe the interior and the color is hot 🥵 and those seats 💺 give it up to crown 🤴 Vic always working that camera 📷 like champ Lori your team and you joe much love ❤️👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍✊✊✊✊✊✊✨✨✨✨💯💯💯💯💯🙏🙏🙏👌👌👌👌🧨🧨🧨🧨📸📸📸👊👊👊👊💣💣💣🔥🔥🔥👏👏👏👏💺💺💺💺💺💺
Won’t lie. Audi makes the sportback suv look far attractive than the Merc and BMW at times
I totally agree with you!
Facts!
People bought SUVs as they offered more space and practicality.
Now the trend has made them more sporty (less comfortable) and less practical. Odd.
I know right!
Panshul crazy!
Panshul SUV’s are morphing back into sedans, sportcars and convertibles. 😅
Here for the zonks and twinkies. Nice car and review Joe.
Thanks for showing up David!
Although I'm not into electric cars, I like to look at this Audi! 👍🏁
I am so glad that I can bring it to you Ronald.
Auto Union badge.... someone with some real actual knowledge. Much props! 👍
Thanks Ford! I really appreciate that!
ON THROTTLE!
-silence-
LMAO! I know right!
Im a fan of the car. I personally would have liked to see a more crazy exterior and the camera mirrors which were a cool unique feature. Otherwise a pretty good vehicle overall. Nice review.
I like the way that you think!
The e-tron has camera mirrors in other markets. In the US that technology is not allowed or approved yet. You can see a slight indentation about the front door handles & the unlock/lock controls where they put the displays.
Just bought one, Delivery in two days. Cant wait!
I’m a big fan of tesla (and a stock shareholder). However, I love the design of this Etron. One thing I like is that it still looks like a car. It has a grill, dashboard and center screen. Just bc a car is battery powered, it can and should still look like a real car.
I totally agree with you!
How do you like $80k with 218 miles of range
The frunk was hilarious tho... pretty bad... on top of the 218 miles for $80k
Joe thanks for this Electric Ride! Full Throttle...and just hear Joe in the Wind!
LOL You are so right!
Drag coefficient has nothing to do with the size of a vehicle it's a ratio. A huge car with a drag coefficient of 0.25 will still experience more drag than a small car with a drag coefficient of 0.4. people think because a car has a low drag coefficient it is by definition efficient.
Aesthetically inside and out the Sportback blows the Tesla out of the water. This thing looks super sexy. Once Audi manages to increase the battery range and the speed, it would be no comparison to a Model X/Y. Awesome review as always! 👍👍
Killin in Joe! I can’t wait for the S version of this!
Thanks Forrest! I can’t wait either!
Way better than Most electric cars beautiful EV
I am so glad that you like this one.
Beautiful SUV from Audi and I love the interior of the Audi
I am so glad that you like this one Colby!
Audi have a history of great interiors. I just don’t like the open cup holder space without a sliding cover. Looks odd.
@@AbdullahHood So very true!
@@AbdullahHood yeah it kinda looks out of place
Are you sure the paddles are for "simulated shifting"? In most EVs the paddles are for adjusting the strength of the regenerative braking.
Interior is much better than Teslas in my opinion, but sheesh the range and price will make a lot of people go with Tesla.
This is true!
Cargo nets in luxury cars has got to go by now.
I agree with you!
@@RaitisRides ;D
Nobody who rides in this car would ever eat a Big Mac
You really think so! How about a massive veggie burger?
@@RaitisRides Doubt it. Electric people don’t do burgers!
This is literally a lifted SEDAN.
AGREED!
You did great Joe from the official car blog
I appreciate that Colby!
In my opinion ur the best car reviewer joe .. keep it up bud
Thanks for having my back!
It's actually a 2021. Love it!
How are you Joe? IT'S AUDI TIME!!!
I am awesome Tom! Heck yeah!
@@RaitisRides Yeet!!!
Nice car but.
7:40 looks like dust shows up easily
Also I dont want a touch screen for seat controls. I just wanna feel it
I totally agree with you!
RWD based quattro....wow. That is a sweet ride and if you live in a snowy climate there is no ride better than an Audi quattro. Love the interior too. Great review.
What would be the annual maintenance cost for a audi electric vehicle?
That is the million dollar question.
Looks great, better than the original e-tron.
Can’t believe Audi is not bringing the Q3 sportback to the US, that car looks much better in the sportback version in my opinion.
The Q3RS sportback looks and goes great but it's too pricey for the USA market. You guys like more bang for your buck.
Keep an eye out for the Mach-E love to hear your thoughts on that. Thanks
I am on it!
Can't wait!
Ilian Kutkurov same here!
Yes, great one Joe. Interested to see what you think! 🥇 Would you go Audi or Tesla?
Thanks Gareth I appreciate it!
You can't ask that! LOL!
I’m going Taycan if I HAVE to go electric.
Sergio Ferraro 😂👍🏻
Sergio Ferraro Joe gave the right answer 😎
I honestly can’t keep up with electric vehicles. You pick up the hood and you see nothing. If this was out in 1976 it would have put my mechanic Bill at the sunoco station out of business . Man have times changed . I’m glad I grew up in that era . Technology is going there and it’s great for those who want it . Great review. This might be the future, but not mine
I don't like the dual screen set up. It's not laid out well. Can they do any other material than just gloss black?
Love the look of the standard E-tron. Kinda doubt Audi that the Sportback doesn’t lose as much practicality as they claim. Audi has a long way to go in terms of range to compete but styling is worlds better than Tesla, in my opinion. Audi’s dollar-to-range value is just not good, the math doesn’t work if they want to REALLY compete.
This is so very true!
Can you review the bmw 5 series plug in hybrid
Yes I will get that together for you Lucas!
Great job, Joe, as usual!
But the car, and to answer the question in the title - hard and solid NO. Tesla is way ahead of everybody. $80k and 218 miles of range is a joke. Porsche's Taycan with 200 miles and over $100k is even worse.
Made in USA baby, all day long!
I can understand where you are coming from.
Love the zonks and twinkies. Keep up the good work Joe!
Thanks Kevin!
I've been wanting to see this one reviewed here in the States. Most of the reviews are from Europe (where this thing outsells Teslas 20 to 1); wanted to see how it translates here. I'm kind of "meh" about it; I'm sure its magnificently built and high quality, but that interior is a $50K to $60K interior in an $80K car. I really thought the "battery premium" that makes $20K cars cost $40K (ahem Model 3) was moving in the right direction over the past couple of years. Looks like we have a ways to go still. Go sit in an $80K Lexus LS500 AWD and then go sit in this; even if ozone depletion has melanoma growing on your forehead you won't buy this EV.
I totally agree with you Trevor.
The 2021 Audi Etron now starts at 66k before incentives and government 7500 rebate. Might be something to check out.
Audi needs to bring the RSQ3 Sportback to the States.
Great review Joe! Definitely would choose Audi E-tron sportback over any Tesla model no question.
Same here! Thanks for the support Anthony.
@@RaitisRides Anytime Joe 🙂
Range is terrible. My Tesla gets 370 miles. And try to find fast public chargers. Good luck. Tesla supercharging system is the only way to go. This is not a review , it’s a sales pitch.
Seems like a good car but I doubt I’ll ever get an EV. Thanks for sharing it Joe! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
I feel the same way Larry!
Why not? By 2040 most states will ban the sale of gasoline cars? We felt the same we’ve been to 7 dealerships bc of Raitis videos lol I need a SUV and my husband a sedan. And I think my husband is buying a Tesla trading in his sexy two door sports car -_- but I guess EV is the future
As always great review 👍
Thank you so much for saying that!
Dude, I don't usually comment, but let's just say I had to like and comment this video!
Range (or lack there of) is a big zonk. The forthcoming Mach-e GT & the Model Y performance both get upwards of 70-90 miles more range. With EVs, range is everything.
Happy to see another electric car that does not look like a science project here on Raiti's Rides.... It’s also crazy to hear “it’s all made it to a single speed automatic transmission”🙈
You don't say anything about the costs...what happens when the batteries worn out? In a diesel if the turbo goes out then you replace the turbo, in a reg engine a pipe bursts you replace the pipe which is not too much trouble but when the batteries for this E tron worn out then what? What would be the cost? How long these batteries run for before they go bust? 2 years? 3 years?
Tesla model y is worth the money 💯
“No guy wants their Twinkie scratched” lmaoooooo
You better believe it!
Joe: Another Great Review for a nice ride..I think for the price another 50 miles or so of range would be nice..That would be more like current competitors..
Thanks so much for saying that!
How much is this car?
Delivery day on monday for us!
👀 wow, that's nice...
No zonks on the review, amazing looking EV.
Thanks for watching!
Why can’t they put the etron gt it’s the only ncie one
E-TRON AS ALWAYS!!!! I MEAN 1ST!!! AS ALWAYS!!!! LOL
I see what you did there!
@@RaitisRides 😎
@@frederickwatkins2017 Thanks!
@@RaitisRides your welcome
E-tron sportback or BMW X6?
range major issue. Test drove e-tron for three hours. Ran 60 miles and energy depleted half. Just not gonna work
This is really nice!! I’d take one in black!
Tesla has no idea that everyday luxury brands are the ones that will cause their downfall
It wont be Lucid
The Audi E-Tron, Volvo Polestar-2, Jaguar i-Pace, Mustang Mach-E and Porsche Taycan are the REAL threat in the long run
I totally agree with you!
Why never any close ups of the center consoles? C’mon crown Vic, get up in there.
He is trying his best! It looks easier than it really is.
Hey Joe, did you tune into the Lucid Air reveal? What are your thoughts?
I totally missed it.
Fantastic review 👍
Beautiful car, It's nice and stout
Thanks for letting me share it with you!
my next car...can't wait...but I am waiting for the "S" version...love your reviews. thx.
You will love this! Thanks for your great support!
Too many people fanboy over Tesla and forget the lack of luxury they have. This is a go!
that a really good car
Thanks Dylan for letting me share it with you!
I think I'm changing my dream car choice, loving this Audi more than the Porsche cayenne s coupe
I am so glad that you like this one.
I’m really disappointed that that’s all you get for $80k. I mean for less than half you can get a basic Tesla Model 3 with better range, Auto Pilot, more cargo room in the trunk, a frunk, Tesla’s DashCam, access to Tesla’s Superchargers, etc. Even the Volvo Polestar 2 is better equipped and has more range.
Doing diamond heist? A Twinkie heist? Either way, Joe ain’t no snitch. LOL
Well yeah, that's what we expected
please do a review on the Mercedes Benz S 2021 Many Thanks
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Really nice car and the interior is just gorgeous
I'm over here wondering "Can I get those rear AC vent to just hit my face? Can I turn the knee vents off and the face vents on?"
I know how you feel!
Joe I own an Audi so click on as soon as I can..👍👍💯💯
That’s perfect!
218 mile range...?
Isn't it 3 electric motors? 2 in the rear..
That car has more gloss black than my Grand piano!
I love what you did there!
Wait a minute. Range 218 Miles, and price $80k? that's it i stopped watching at 6:20 everyone talk about HP/Torque, my 1st concern is Range. and if i have to buy one, i''d rather buy tesla Model Y for less than $60K and more than 300 Miles range. Bigger display and Technology.
MY MAN JOE, PLEASE KEEP EYE ON THE 2021 AUDIO R7 SPORT BACK when you can. 🍻
Oh trust me Ed I sure am!
@@RaitisRides 🤠🤠🤠👍🏼🍻
Very beautiful suv
Great looking car but not a fan of the wheels. Enjoyed your review!
Thanks my friend!
Love your videos, dont love this car.
Thanks for having my back!
Yeah, This is worth it for me to afford one.
Could you show the sound of cars in future?
This car is electric!
Good looking EV with a virtual cockpit right in front of you - where it belongs 👍
I totally agree with you!
Pls ...when the Mercedes Benz S class come out we would like to see it joe thank you
You got it man!
Definitely Worth the price if you got the dough
So very true!
Next car joey . Porsche 911 997 turbo s
Love this video
Tesla destroys this thing , price range outrageous, buts it’s Audi . Tesla better range does it for me although I love everything about this exterior and interior range is a killer
Yoooo i wish i could afford something like this omg.... anyone in the comments hiring lol ?
Keep at it man!
Yooooooooooow Audi coming for Tesla out here!!! Personally not a huge fan of this SUV coupe styling that Audi Mercedes and BMW pushing but this bruiser has tech out the wazoo and it scoots!!! Thanks for this review here Joe!!! 🚗🔌⚡⚡⚡⚡⚡⚡💪🏽👋🏽👋🏽👍🏼 #RaitisRides #OnThrottle #ToTheDoorPanel #TwinkiesForDays #CrownVic #OnThrottleAllDay #AudiEtron
Nice video.
The car is nice but since it is shaped as a coupe it is clearly going after Tesla Model Y. It has much nicer higher profile tires than Model Y. Obviously it has a nicer interior. However pricewise it is clearly overpriced, especially considering the lower range than Model Y. It has a very fast charging speed using Electrify America and even not hitting such high charging speeds of Model Y it keeps high charging speed until 95% while Model Y is throttling down starting from 45% and especially after 60% the way Model 3 does. In fact Tesla slows even more the charging speed after a year if the owner had been using Supercharging for too many times during this time. Both vehicles have a heat-pump which is extremely efficient in colder climates. And BTW in snowy environment Etron has an advantage of higher ground clearance. It is clearly a vehicle aiming to use improving Electrify America network which so far lags behind Tesla's Supercharging network. At the moment the biggest drawback of Etron is lack of over-the-air updates. This is a shame since Ford Mustang Mach E coming soon will provide over-the-air updates positioned as another Tesla Model Y competitor. Presumably Volkswagen will cooperate with Ford building EVs thus in the future they will solve software problems providing over-the-air updates the way their partner Ford does. There is another VW vehicle coming ID4 which even being similar to Etron hopefully will have a much more reasonable price.
I really hope this channel will provide nice reviews of those upcoming Mach E and ID4 the way it always does.
Thanks for letting me share it with you! You hit the nail on the head!
@@RaitisRides You are so welcome! Most channels grow on fake stuff really fast. You channel grows on really hard work and research into it to make it happen having new videos daily or twice daily. That is very laudable and you deserve the fast growth happening now with your channel. I like smooth transitions from the history of the vehicle to most practically important features. I would also enjoy comparisons if you can get 2 similarly competing vehicles side by side but I am not so sure it fits the direction of your channel.
nevoi comerciale thanks for that greet feedback! I will try to get more comparisons together if I can!
When it comes out, the Q4 E-Tron will be the competitor to the Model Y.
Wow wow and not like American electric vehicles with luggage compartments on the front. Why are American electric vehicle companies making such type of vehicles? Is there acute requirement of luggage space? Huh!!! Just cannot believe otherwise Tesla cars, Ravian vehicles etc are incredible.
Stopped listening after hearing the price of $80,000. I can buy a lot of car AND gas for that amount. I thought the Tesla Model 3 was high, the Audi is just ridiculous.
I totally agree with you Tony!
Model 3 is 35-45k. This is a suv. Kinda hard to compare. And audi is the best out there. Can’t compete
Jay Adams Tesla Model 3 Performance price can climb into the $60,000 range depending on build. I would trust Tesla before Audi for this type of vehicle. But feel free, it’s your money, if you think it’s worth $80,000...spend away. Personally, at this point in time, I wouldn’t buy either.
I just feel other more traditional manufacturers have had so many years to catch up with Tesla but they can’t get the performance and range until now.
This is true!
wow, very cool !
Hey my bro I’m here
I am so glad that you could make it!
That’s a boss suv 🚙 joe the interior and the color is hot 🥵 and those seats 💺 give it up to crown 🤴 Vic always working that camera 📷 like champ Lori your team and you joe much love ❤️👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍✊✊✊✊✊✊✨✨✨✨💯💯💯💯💯🙏🙏🙏👌👌👌👌🧨🧨🧨🧨📸📸📸👊👊👊👊💣💣💣🔥🔥🔥👏👏👏👏💺💺💺💺💺💺
I am so glad that you are loving each of these!
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I love this channel.
made it!
Thanks man!
the car looks great, the electricness of it is not so great.