The 2023 Audi e-Tron Chronos Is An Electric SUV That Puts Comfort & Luxury First
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- Опубліковано 28 сер 2024
- Around 4 years ago, Audi introduced their first-ever fully dedicated electric vehicle called the #Audietron. It had all the luxury and tech you'd expect from Audi, but it didn't quite have the range and the acceleration EV buyers expected from other brands like Tesla. For 2023, the #etron gets a bit more range but expect the upcoming heavily revised #Q8etron to rectify some of the flaws of this original model.
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Happy Friday everyone! We just wanted to quickly clarify, we filmed this video BEFORE Audi announced the big refresh on this model, including the name change to Q8 e-tron for 2024. We should be getting our hands on one sometime next year so expect an updated review then! Hope everyone has a great weekend!
You too my man
That model combines everything good about the e tron with 300 miles of range, which is super exciting.
Sofyan... what kinda wallet is that?! i want one.
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Sigh , huh so hopefully wireless charger will obviously be included free of charge
I have a 2019 e-Tron "First Edition" and it has been a phenomenal vehicle...probably the best I've owned. It is a very comfortable-riding vehicle, luxurious inside and the fit & finish leaves the other electric car competition in the dust. All this with no maintenance. It's been a joy to own.
The one drawback for me is range. Although Audi has improved it over the past few years on newer models, my 2019 gets 190-200 miles per charge which is no problem for daily driving, but inconvenient on long trips.
this was very useful, as i'm in the market for an EV vehicle
How many miles? Have you had the coolant leak into motor issue?
I absolutely love the Etron. I too just bought a CPO 2019 First Edition with every option available and I can’t tell you how much I love it. I traded in my 2022 Q7 and couldn’t be happier. I am averaging 250 miles if I charge to 100%, but I’m super aggressive with the regenerative breaking…it’s like a game to see how efficient I can make it.
Also recently picked up a 2019 prestige, it's by far the best bang for the buck in the used EV space. Very nice vehicles.
Don’t agree that a car with 226miles EPA should be considered a “long range” EV, 300miles/500km would seem a more sensible benchmark
You will not drive that far everyday it’s plenty
@@8VD80Y no it’s not
Charge only 80% is good enough for daily use
Agree with this. 300+ *highway* miles should be the threshold for "long range." I don't think we'll get there until improved battery tech, sadly.
226 miles if you charge it to 100%. If you charge to 80% like most manufacturers recommend it’s even worse.
Audi is doing EV's right. Traditional looks without all the silly gimmicks.
Design wise not functionally
EV is a silly gimmick.
Ignorant comments...
I like this blacked out package with the yellow calipers. It would be much better with yellow stitching and seatbelts on the inside!
I purchased the 2022 version of this vehicle in white with brown interior. It was initially a non-retail sale mobility vehicle for the dealership. I l live it, coming from an SQ7. Yes, it’s slower 0-60, but I have never found the need to drive in that manner from a standstill. It is quicker than the usual ICE vehicles at stoplights allowing me to change lanes when needed.
1:55 Love your info list! PLEASE include the price on that (base, top trim, as tested).
24:07 Starts at $72K for the base premium version (AWD), $86K as tested.
220 miles for $80,000+ just doesn’t cut it anymore. Considering that’s the *optimal* range, I worry how it fares in cold temps. My commute is pretty substantial, granted it’s not 200 miles a day but it’s annoying to charge minimum every other day. Audio sure charges a premium but the money doesn’t seem to go into the range.
I have a 2019 etron. We keep it charged to 80% every morning and get around 164 miles in the summer and around 100 in the Chicago winter. We only use the car for commuting and errands, never been close to running out of range yet. We have an ice for longer trips
I recently got a low mileage 2019 Prestige e-tron for a great price, that’s over $10k less than the GV60 Performance. I have to say, I absolutely love it. Most comfortable car I’ve ever had. Comparing it to a Tesla is like chalk and cheese. The Tesla Model Y I had was far quicker and hard a better range. But this is so much more luxurious and comfortable, and more than quick enough, that it’s a clear winner fully my needs. I don’t know if I’d say the same though if I had paid it’s full price as you had yours optioned. But it’s worth considering a low mileage 2nd hands one.
It looks good murdered out!
Great work guys
nope.
I looked hard at this and ultimately decided to wait for the Q8. I think they are going to have trouble selling these models with the next one right around the corner having meaningfully more range which really is the biggest concern for the e-tron. Unfortunately, I feel like I'm going to be waiting for a while to order and take delivery here in the US. But no doubt this car is incredibly appealing and makes Tesla look and feel like a toy brand. Also the acceleration felt amazing to me coming from an ICE. I think driving ridiculously fast accelerating cars warps your expectations of how fast a car should need to accelerate.
I test drove and ordered the sports back model today. Need an SUV right away and cannot wait a year. Only need a car for a commute of 35 miles so no sweat. Too old to drive long distances. 😊😊😊
I agree!
One of my favorite EVs. I’m curious how many EV owners constantly floor or break torque their vehicles…
Great review as always! I agree with you, the range and infotainment system need upgrading to bring this ev into current times. Audi build quality and ride is hard to beat, on the other hand. 👌🏾
I want to consider vehicle as an option when we’re ready to buy an EV but the lower range hurts in my opinion.
The 2024 model version (renamed the Q8 e-Tron) will have a much higher range per charge.
Great review. You did mention how fast the e-tron can recharge (150KW), but missed one of its best charging attributes. That attribute is that the charge curve will run at 150KW, or close to it, for most of the charge time. Most other EVs may charge faster but not for most of the charge time.
Yes, 150KW right to 80%. Big, beautiful flat curve!
Very rare you get the same material from the dash on the door panel. I love that because it actually has enough padding to make resting arm comfy. Usually it’s so thin it’s kinda useless
Thx for the review. I honestly think 350 km is totally fine. I’m planning on buying the 2023 this week(not this version, as the base is still nice, and a hell of lot cheaper).
What a beautiful SUV 😍🔥
Just test drove the Lexus RZ 450E today. We actually just about purchased it, but decided to wait and look at a few others. I have watched a few of your videos and was wondering if you would be willing to share which one you prefer? We were hoping to test drive the Cadillac Lyriq soon too. Can you share some of your opinions? Thank you
Every time this red R pop up I right away open and enjoying watching a very detailed and informative car reviews!…keep up guys!…❤❤❤
As always a thorough and in-depth interview - very detailed. I do beg to differ with regard to your interpretation and perception of the Audi Etron’s off-road abilities. It is most definitely intended for extreme all terrain driving conditions. I suggest you watch the Autogefühl review with Thomas from four years ago and perhaps you will reconsider this viewpoint. It is an Audi Quattro at heart, after all, and they are without doubt one of the best performing 4 wheel drive vehicles made in Europe if not the world. Also take a look at the testing that Audi had the vehicle “endure” in the depths of Scandinavia or the video presented by Ken Block if you are still not convinced… thanks again for the great review, of what is in my mind, one of the best made - in all respects to quality - EV SUV currently being sold.
This SUV looks really good
I would enjoy seeing the interior at night on your long term testers.
"Instantaneous thrust once it gets going" = "Not instantaneous thrust"
Comparing 1 tank of fuel to 1 full electric charge is borderline silly. 225mi to a full charge seems to be a common argument but the majority of city drivers commuting to work/dropping off kids at school/ making a grocery store run, are NOT driving 150+mi a day
There's launch mode you have to hold a break and the pedal at the same time it's gonna do green wave on the screen
The surprising part was ~9 inches longer than the compact SUVs and much lessf cargo area. The packaging just seems poor. $86k, wow! No way. GV60 advanced at $60k would be my luxury choice. Next step up would be the Lyriq and not this.
Yeah but Hyundai is made with cheaper material , if you feel as example the window button you can tell it's made with cheaper material, for this reason I wouldn't put it in the luxury department
It’s beautiful, it will sell.
@@Erin-Thor It does look nicer than the IX for sure.
@@downsouth1678 I am sure some parts are and some are not. But to me it is not a close contest. The GV60 charges twice as fast and looks way cooler inside and out. Plus it will have a lower cost of ownership.
@@gregkramer5588 - true but it’s a heated garage car or mild climates only. You can’t (shouldn’t) charge a li-ion battery in cold temperatures.
Idk what it is but Audi’s always look great blacked out
I owned 2022 version, comfort level is definitely superb, Tesla is not even close, only downside is space
Really like the Audi. Nice presentation.
I guess the question is: why WOULD you "brake torque" an EV? I thought the whole point of that was to build boost in a Turbo or to build revs in the engine. Neither of which are present in an EV
What do you mean by brake torque?
@Paul Miller brake torque (in a(n) automatic transmission car that doesn't have built-in launch control), is when you put one foot on the brake pedal and the other on the accelerator and this way you're building revs in the engine without moving and 'launch' it that way.
It's not something any automaker would recommend you doing but these journalists are just driving press vehicles that will never be sold to a customer so they're happy to beat the shit out of them.
To do it:
-with gear set in "D", "Drive": depress the brake pedal to the floor
-Use the other foot to build revs in the engine.** Depending on where your engine makes boost can depend where you want to go so there's no real number universal to any car. For the Kia Stinger I used to have, I believe launch control was 2000 or 2200RPM.**
-simultaneously let go of the brake and fully press the accelerator to complete 'launch'.
Man this thing looks sick !! 💥😎
Yo mo...it looks cool not sick.
I keep hearing the word slow...slow...slow it's a 5 sec-ish SUV lol it's not slow. Not all cars need Tesla 0-100 in 3 secs unlimited torque
9:38 the area above the door handle missing a screen?
A manual charge port cover would probably work better in winter states. The e-Tron still looks good, although, the busy front grill needs an update…sometimes less is more, a la, VW and Porsche.
They updated it. Check audi q8 etron on UA-cam or Google it
Thank you for the review :)
Love your videos!
Before buying any electric check the price of the battery. If dent or scratch it a new battery will be needed. For any etron it will be around 50k cdn without installation. A cheap hyundai brand has 50 to 60k batteries for the hybrids. The warranty does not cover any type of damage and the insurance write off will raise your insurance by 50 to 100%.
It's hard to imagine future versions of this and the non-sport model they already look so futuristic. Love it. most people dream about owning cars but can't afford it because they undermine online passive income.
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Thanks, a lot of need info. 71 kWh e Tron also have 61 kWh decreased battery?
Can you charge both sides at the same time in order to reduce charging time?
I'm not a fan of black wheels on any car. I think it needs something to break up all the black.
When are you doing a review on the Audi etron Q8? I would like to know what the American version will come with.
Nice review but should include Jaguar I-Pace in your comparisons, not just Tesla Tesla Tesla. And agree with other comment, 222 miles is NOT long range! Etron is a tank!!!
This still looks better than both the iX and EQS!
Way betterrrr !!!!! 💥😎
iX is fugly!
Had a 2021 Q7. This has the same crappy tiny cup holders - beware. That’s a daily irritation! Also, the laggy infotainment is expected. I always feel like Audi lags far behind in General technology. However, this has to be one of the, if not the best looking mid/SUV EV on the market! Love the exterior.
Good review. I still like this model. Might pick up a used one.
We love our e-tron (2019) but it seems this 2023 version doesn't add anything to the one from 4 years ago. Also, Audi's dealerships have become worst and worst over the years in their service departments. They have had our car for 1.5 months for a minor repair. So a word of warning for anyone getting one of these
2024 available next spring should have 350+ miles
Where did you see that?
Excellent work
would love to see an review on 2022 Dodge durango r/t Hemi orange
There is absolutely no reason to buy this vehicle over a Model Y Performance.
In Europe the Q8 E-Tron is available with the new 104 kWh. And it charges faster. Should be a big improvement. Alas the kept the unsafe all touch screen ergonomics.
LOL...they won't have any electricity this winter to charge their phones.
The Blacked out trim, wheels look horrible...sorry..I know its a package.. cant wait till this trend is over.
I stand to agree with your opinion sir. Nowadays everyone thinks it's cool to blacken everything. Wake up people, contrast is sometimes good, not just a monotonous color all around!
Absolutely agree!
I think black wheels only look good when they contrast with chrome in a 2 tone kinda way
@@schmoestudy Fuchs
Back to chrome for you or what ?
Beautiful. Except for the console, it's somewhat dysfunctional
It’s a great looking vehicle
Audi will never make this a 300 mile EV! Lyric still just RWD, so that’s not a good comparison. IX is much bigger, range is more because of a much bigger battery.
They are essentially doing just that with the Q8 e-tron which takes the place of this vehicle refreshed. This 2023 e-tron is essentially unchanged from the 2019 release and is definitely showing its age in the EV market.
It’s gorgeous but the range sucks
Love the style, the fact it has a spare tire, the size (assuming it’s close to the RX350), the interior. Nice car but that range…. the range sucks! These EV’s need to compete or exceed the petrol cars for range. I should get a minimum of 500-600kms of range…. especially given the bloody charge time!
Is this the 2023 version, i don't think it is because the new one has been redesigned right?
Yes. This is the 2023 Boehoe. I just PU myself last Friday.
Is doesn't launch the way one would expect from an electric car and that is done to preserve your tires.
Best looking suv in 2023
My only wish is that Audi goes down the hall to cousin Porsche's office and beg for the Taycan's powertrain for more power and efficiency. At that point, I'd definitely take it over the Q8(well...maybe not the RS Q8!).
AFAIK, Audi doesn't have remote start features because of regulations on safety. This was the case for my 2023 Q5. I don't know if this applies to electric vehicles.
All electric cars have that (pre-heat) function if plugged in but in audi you can opt for pre-heat / pre-cool without being plugged in,it costs extra. And all ICE Audis in Europe have a petrol or diesel pre-heat option,not a remote start. A small built-in furnace pre-heats your motor and your car so you have warm car and you avoid cold starts which are 90% of wear for motors.
I have an etron. You can heat/cool the interior with your phones app, 2 clicks. Very nice!
It’s something about electrics Audis that catches my eye.
this is prob gonna sound kinda stupid, but i really dislike the steering wheel design. it'd be much cooler if it was just a traditional circular center, or if at least the shape was a bit smaller
this seems like a fine car, obviously being an audi it holds high standards. the fact that it isn’t a performance car and yet still doesn’t break 300 miles of range just doesn’t compare with competitors unfortunately. love all the technology but in a world focused on range anxiety and making a switch to electric vehicles this one seems to have failed.
They need to extend the battery capacity used to 95 instead of 86
2023 Audi E-Tron S-Line Quattro AWD Chronos Black Optic Package!
The new Q8 Etron is coming. I don’t know why Audi is still selling the old one.
Great tutorial but There is not remote start in this vehicle .
Yes there is, in the myAudi app
I get about 245 miles of range on a full charge, but the car socks. I have the Chronos version, and the build quality is definitely subpar.
I thought the q8 etron was supposed to be 2023.
These are dirt cheap used. Seems like a decent vehicle
Next Year they updated then 108kWh and more efficient
Of all the vehicles I heard you mention the Cadillac, Genesis and BMW are the only ones that seem to be in the luxury segment along with Audi. I don’t find the Ford or Tesla to be luxury vehicles. And should a Tesla be in any conversation where build quality is a strength?
The fact that the range is short and the rear seats don’t recline don’t scream luxury to me either doesn’t lend to luxury for me. I appreciate the review as I do all of your reviews but this is a miss for me.
Thing is the model y is now priced like a luxury car so its natural to compare with the rest of the luxury ones.
It just shows how much tesla car has gone up in price the last couple of years
@@sentryion3106 It's gone up a ton but I still don't see the luxury connection. People sure do love it though.
This is not an SUV. It's a crossover. 226 miles for charging? Not close to competition
I hate that 3rd display. Just make it physical buttons.
Audi has gone back to hard buttons on some of their new models
Great tutorial ! Slow down please …
Not very efficient at all, tesla has much much better range. It tells you how behind these legacy manufacturers are.
How the hell they approved not putting wireless charger 😒 when dealers are asking 20k over sticker on 2022 models. In love with Audi fucking Hate vw budget splitting shit from thr Golf R to the RS3 hatchback not coming to the US and ..
1000 pounds heavier than the I-Pace. Yes, 1000 pounds!!! Part of the reason it’s range is stuck at low 200s.
“Progress that moves you.”
No
“Progress that breaks your wallet.”
for this its really expensive compare to the car value. i will go with genesis gv60 even without tax credit eligible
All Audis are the same.
I’ll stick to riding my bicycle. It uses no petrol nor does it require to be plugged in
I LOVE BLACK CARS
226 miles That's no no
More EVs!
95kWh battery + 222 miles range = horrible efficiency
starting price $86,400
this is just bad...
You started doing that slow creepy walk in the beginning. Be careful with that
I think it’s so dumb to base your choice on an EV vehicle as to whether it has a « Franck » or not… studies have shown that most EV drivers don’t use the frunk, and when they do, it’s to store the charging cables. So I really don’t understand the big deal about the frunk. Also, the fact that people are disappointed with a range of 220 miles, when again, most EV drivers don’t drive more than 60 miles round trip.
Range is low
BMW iX has a nicer interior.
Typical Audi, not offering equipment levels in certain markets. I would have got one here in the UK if they offered the Prestige trim here. Oh well, their loss!
They will be just fine without you. Trust me on this one.
Digital blank buttons
Interior looks old and junky.
Manufacturers are going with smaller vents.
Black cars is not me .
There is no "kind of".. It either is or isn't
Dude this just looks like the gas version with an extra screen. Nothing special definitely NOT impressed
Congratulations Audi, you win worst naming schema beating Infiniti.
😂
I agree.