First Look? Auto Express Takes A Stab At Audi's e-tron In Production Form

This is the preview of the new R4 – a production version of the stunning electric e-tron concept car, revealed at last month’s Frankfurt Motor Show.

The R4 is also likely to spawn petrol-engined versions, giving the R8 a much anticipated smaller brother coupé that sits above the TT in the range. 

Wowing crowds with its zero emissions electric powertrain, the e-tron was a big hit at Frankfurt. But only now has Audi of America’s president Johan de Nysschen confirmed the Tesla Roadster rival will reach showrooms. 

The project is likely to be helped by Audi’s joint venture with fellow VW Group firm, Porsche, which will see the R4 share a new chassis with the next-generation Boxster and Cayman.

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GermanNut - 10/14/2009 5:37:53 PM

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Awesome idea and design. Audi would have an absolute stunner if they managed to combine the R8's good looks with electric power and strong sub-5-second acceleration numbers.

AlleVier - 10/14/2009 5:44:18 PM

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This looks great. I will await the Solstice comparisons from the its-got-4-wheels-so-it-resembles-another-car detractors.

WorldofLuxury - 10/14/2009 8:51:00 PM

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Nice. Not too cute for guys, but still good for girls.

Is the grille covered for aerodynamic reasons? It makes the car look like it was made from printed cardboard.

LexSucks - 10/15/2009 11:12:02 AM

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Looks nice. Can't Wait for the pertrol version. But knowing Audi the petrol version will probably only have about 211hp. HP doesn't come cheap at Audi. In fact Audi's horses are the most expensive (right next to MB)

VISO - 10/15/2009 5:00:07 PM

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R4 does not equal eTron Concept. the eTron will be a high-end electric powered sports car. The R4 will be a boxster rival. Two very different vehicles. Author has all mixed up.

Type707 - 10/15/2009 9:57:54 PM

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Nice...very nice. Nice to drive down the strip.