The compact crossover starts at £32,200 and can cover up to 401 miles, but Audi keeps it in Europe for now.
Audi introduced the A2 E-tron as its most affordable and efficient EV. The compact rear-wheel-drive crossover starts at £32,200, and buyers can choose battery and drivetrain options that deliver up to 401 miles of range on the WLTP cycle.
Audi’s design work produced a drag coefficient of 0.24, a first for the brand, through flush door handles, an enclosed underbody, and gap reducers around wheel arches. The A2 E-tron also marks an Audi first with bidirectional charging. Owners can use a trunk outlet for vehicle-to-load or connect a compatible DC wall box for vehicle-to-home.
Fleet operators can expect low energy costs because the most efficient drivetrain consumes 12.8 kWh per 100 km. Bidirectional charging adds vehicle-to-home support through a DC wall box. For designers, the Fidlock magnetic system mounts cupholders and charging cable bags at cabin and trunk points.
Audi has not announced whether the A2 E-tron will reach North America, and the company now leaves room for a mix of gas, hybrid, and electric vehicles after dropping its all-EV pledge. The compact crossover launches in Europe only, so early efficiency reports and sales data will come from that market. Whether Audi later expands the model to other regions is still an open question.
What matters
- Audi introduced the A2 E-tron with a 0.24 drag coefficient and a £32,200 starting price.
- Bidirectional charging lets operators use the EV for vehicle-to-home or vehicle-to-load energy flow.
- Watch for Audi to decide whether the A2 E-tron comes to North America after its European launch.
Why it matters
Watch for Audi to decide whether the A2 E-tron comes to North America after its European launch.
This GenAI News article was prepared in original wording using reporting and materials published by The Verge. Source reference: https://www.theverge.com/transportation/991081/audi-a2-etron-ev-specs-price.
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