SPIED: Audi Aims To Go After Tesla's Model X HEAD ON With The E-Tron Quattro

It was only a couple years ago that the Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA) brought along the debut of something quite a bit different from the four rings. Dubbed the E-Tron Quattro Concept, it was a full electric sport-utility vehicle from Audi.

While we've been a bit distracted with talk about the Q6 and the Q8, the E-Tron Quattro has fallen onto the back burner. Until now, that is. 

That's because the E-Tron Quattro has been spotted undergoing testing abroad. 

Snapped in production trim, this is the first time we're seeing the electric SUV out in the open. From what we can see it looks pretty far along in its testing as well. Note: There's no heavy cladding. 

Though I would have suspected a vehicle more akin to the size of the Q5, it appears that this E-Tron Quattro will be a bit larger. Check out that rear door, which is mighty long. Scale is a bit difficult to determine in images without a reference but I feel fairly confident after closely examining the snaps. 

Also noteworthy: Check out its squat stance. Clearly, aerodynamics is a top priority — as it should be — for this EV. 





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MDarringer - 1/1/2018 3:30:16 PM

+3 Boost

There is no question in my mind that the Audi will be far superior to the Model Ex.

carsnyc - 1/1/2018 4:27:24 PM

+4 Boost

Not an Audi fan but I’m looking forward to this.

TomM - 1/1/2018 4:45:36 PM

+4 Boost

I thought the Model X did not sell well to begin with.
WHy would AUDI want to share sales with it?

At least the Audi has regular doors - !

MDarringer - 1/1/2018 5:01:10 PM

+2 Boost

Tesla had the right idea but their execution could not have been more stupidly wrong. If the Model X has been a dead conventional crossover EV, it would probably has sold incredibly well.

This Audi will S-E-L-L.

LexSucks - 1/2/2018 11:54:25 AM

-1 Boost

2 Model X's in my Job's parking lot as we speak. Zero Audi EVs

cidflekken - 1/1/2018 5:57:45 PM

0 Boost

Speaking of the Model X, did anyone see what Tesla sent out at Xmas? it was a software update that has the Model X "play" to a Xmas tune, with coordinated light show and "flapping wings". It really was fascinating that a car could be programmed to do that.

MDarringer - 1/1/2018 7:24:22 PM

+2 Boost

And if you didn't want that stupid intrusion, then what?

vdiv - 1/2/2018 9:55:11 AM

-1 Boost

Then you wouldn't turn it on.

MDarringer - 1/2/2018 10:30:08 AM

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@vdiv The point is that it is idiocy to begin with and indicative of the philosophy of the brand.

vdiv - 1/2/2018 5:50:45 PM

-1 Boost

That "idiocy" has attracted quite a few eyeballs. That is indeed the philosophy of the brand, make the product cool, and so far it has worked rather well.

vdiv - 1/2/2018 9:59:48 AM

0 Boost

Hah... hah... hah...

Actually, your comment is not without some merit, Škodas may be considered low-end VWs but their fit, finish, reliability, and value for the money is far better than their German overlord's products. Both VW and Tesla could learn a bit from them.

vdiv - 1/2/2018 10:26:41 AM

-1 Boost

Nah, most werk fine, even with this deep frost. I've never had a problem. Besides Tesla learned so there are no self-actuated door handles on the X and the 3. Doors are another matter :)

LexSucks - 1/2/2018 11:56:21 AM

-1 Boost

fiftysix, My 2015 Audi needed to have the drivers door innards replaced. It would get stuck during frozen wet conditions.

GermanNut - 1/2/2018 10:33:07 PM

+1 Boost

I think Audi's decision to create an all-electric SUV is fantastic. It's striking in a segment that currently only features Tesla's ungainly looking Model X. With Audi's reputation for luxury interiors and cutting edge technology, it should produce a very formidable competitor for the Model X.

MDarringer - 1/2/2018 10:51:14 PM

+1 Boost

I'm no fan of Audi, but they (1) have experience designing cars that Tesla simply lacks and (2) they actually run prototypes around for a long time sorting out problems which Tesla doesn't do. Audi will obliterate the terrible Model X.