Fighting for leadership in the electric-car market: a review of the Audi Q2 L e-tron and Audi e-tron

Over the past few years, the production of electric vehicles by leading automotive brands has been growing steadily. It’s hard to find an automaker that doesn’t have an electric model in its lineup. The deteriorating environmental situation and rising prices for traditional fuels are only fueling demand for electric cars.

The German automaker Audi AG could not remain on the sidelines of these global trends, so in 2019 it launched the Audi E-Tron electric car, which is now available for purchase in Ukraine. A shorter version is also available—the Audi Q2 L E-Tron SUV. Since its market launch, the electric car has gained popularity. Let’s take a look at the technical specifications of this vehicle, which you can purchase from Bex Auto on favorable terms.

Exterior Design of the Electric Vehicle

The German brand Audi has always taken the appearance of its products seriously. That’s why the Audi E-Tron electric car features a well-thought-out, elegant design that carries on the automaker’s traditions. The car’s exterior is a blend of the Q7 and Q5 models.

The electric vehicle is 4.9 meters long, while the Audi Q2 L E-Tron version measures 4.2 meters. To improve the body’s aerodynamics, it features smooth curves, a rounded hood, flared wheel arches, and black, contoured door trim.

To enhance the exterior’s appeal, the electric car is equipped with narrow LED headlights, a chrome radiator grille with eight corners, and an imposing bumper with a three-section air intake. The Q2 L E-Tron version features a solid, slatted air intake, and LED headlights are included as standard.

What’s Inside

The Audi Q2 L E-Tron and Audi E-Tron electric car models feature interior trim typical of the German automaker. The base trim includes:

heated, adjustable, and massaging front seats;
seat memory function for the driver and front passenger;
seats upholstered in exquisite, eco-friendly Valcona leather;
natural wood trim.

The Audi E-Tron’s dashboard includes everything needed for comfortable driving. Information on all the car’s operating parameters can be conveniently monitored on the 10-inch Virtual Cockpit LCD display. The control unit analyzes data received via a laser sensor and rearview cameras and monitors blind spots.

Ultrasonic sensors help monitor the car’s position on the road, and in the event of an emergency, the emergency braking function comes to the rescue. The multimedia entertainment system features a 12-inch MMI navigation plus display, with the climate control located directly below it.

The front doors are equipped with OLED displays for high-precision monitoring of the rearview mirrors. Users note that this feature needs refinement, as the car’s dimensions appear significantly smaller when the headlights of vehicles behind it cast overly bright glare. As a result, the virtual headlights may make it difficult to assess the current road conditions, and the placement of the displays also makes it harder to catch peripheral movements.

The electric car’s interior is spacious and comfortably accommodates the driver and four passengers. It’s also worth noting the good sound insulation, window shades, and the option for passengers to control the climate system. Folding down the rear seats doubles the standard trunk capacity of 660 liters.

Additional Features

In addition to the technical specifications mentioned above, the Audi E-Tron offers the following features:

a range of 350 km on a single battery charge;
a feature that automatically navigates to the nearest charging station;
panoramic sunroof;
voice control;
quick-opening trunk;
in-cabin air quality sensor.

The Audi Q2 L E-Tron has a slightly shorter range—265 km. It can reach a top speed of 150 km/h. Both versions underwent a series of tests in accordance with the Euro NCAP standard prior to launch. Based on the test results, the electric vehicles were awarded the highest safety rating.

To protect the driver and passengers from injury in the event of an accident, the interior is equipped with protective mechanisms for the head, chest, and limbs. The emergency braking feature and excellent lane-keeping capabilities allow for confident maneuvering in heavy city traffic and help prevent accidents.

Technical Specifications of the Audi E-Tron

The electric vehicle was built using the MLB Evo modular platform, equipped with air suspension. It was developed by specialists at Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft, of which Audi is a subsidiary. The Audi Q2 L E-Tron SUV is built on the MLB platform, which is identical to the one used in the e-Golf hatchback.

Asynchronous electric motors with lithium-ion batteries are positioned one on each axle of the all-wheel-drive platform. The battery capacity is 95 kWh for the Audi E-Tron and 40 kWh for the Audi Q2 L E-Tron. The manufacturer guarantees trouble-free operation of the battery for eight years or 160,000 kilometers.

Standard 11 kW chargers with connectors for various electrical outlets can be used to charge the battery. A full charge takes 44 hours from a 220-volt outlet and 8 hours from a 380-volt outlet. However, at special charging stations using fast-charging mode, the battery can be fully charged in just 30 minutes, though the driving range will be reduced in this case.

The Audi E-Tron crossover is equipped with a 22 kW charger, which cuts the charging time in half. Thanks to electro-hydraulic regenerative technology, the driving range on a single battery charge has been increased. This system recovers energy during braking to provide additional charging.

On the Ukrainian market, the Audi Q2 L E-Tron and Audi E-Tron electric cars are available with two electric motors delivering a combined output of 480 horsepower, and their torque is 660 N·m. When using Overboost mode, the electric car can operate for one minute, which is enough to accelerate to 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds. The electronic system limits the top speed to 200 km/h.

Advantages and Disadvantages of These Electric Vehicle Models

The Audi Q2 L E-Tron and Audi E-Tron electric cars face competition from popular models such as the Tesla Model S, Mercedes EQC, and Jaguar I-Pace, which have proven themselves well in the market. They can successfully compete thanks to the following advantages:

an elegant and well-designed exterior;
a spacious and functional interior with amenities for the driver and passengers;
ample trunk space;
fast charging;
good range and a regenerative braking system.

Among the drawbacks, users note that the Audi E-Tron doesn’t handle off-road driving well, and the model’s price is too high for this market segment. Some safety system features also need improvement.

Price of the Audi Q2 L E-Tron

A brand-new Audi Q2 L E-Tron straight from the dealership will set you back about $35,000. However, at Bex Auto, you can purchase the 2019 model for just $27,600. The delivery cost includes customs clearance, transportation, certification, and registration. After purchase, you won’t have to deal with paperwork—the car is completely ready to drive.

Bex Auto showrooms are located in major Ukrainian cities, and our company’s operating principles exclude the use of intermediaries in transactions. This allows us to sell electric vehicles at prices that are affordable for ordinary buyers.

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We understand your concerns and strive to provide you with the utmost comfort and confidence in the car buying process. For your peace of mind, we provide the following guarantees and measures. Our managers conduct over 8 steps of a thorough vehicle inspection. This includes a video report prior to purchase. This will allow you to find out whether the car was a party to an accident, the number of owners, its service history, the reliability of the seller, etc. All data about the car is provided to the client and, only after its approval, the manager proceeds to the bidding process.

For you, we are ready to make buying a car abroad easy and reliable. We offer you a full range of services, including car selection, paperwork, transportation and customs clearance. Choose the best among new and used cars with our help. We can also help you to restore and repair the imported car.

You save an average of $5,000 or more. Exclusive models and configurations. Transparent history of car operation. With our help you get the car of your dreams in the shortest possible time and with maximum benefit.

We conclude a contract with you, in which all the terms, conditions, deadlines, milestones and payments are spelled out. After signing the contract, the conditions do not change. We inform you about each stage of transportation of your car, provide video reports. All payments are made in stages and sent to the settlement account specified in the contract.

After finding your wishes, the manager sends you several options for the car you applied for in messengers. Before starting cooperation, we sign an agreement with you on the selection of a car and ask you to make a reverse advance payment in national currency equivalent to $ 500. After clarifying and checking the car chosen by the client, we reserve it and buy it in Korea.

After signing the contract for the selection of a car, our company asks you to make a refundable advance payment of $500, which is returned in full before the car is booked. Why is it needed? The Korean market is in great demand not only in Ukraine, but also throughout the world. The best cars are very quickly "taken apart" from sites and auctions. An advance payment is necessary in order to book a car in a timely manner and get the best offer.

For now, Ukrainian ports do not accept cargo, so all our clients' vehicles arrive at the port of Constantia (Romania). Bypassing delays in queues at the border, your vehicle will arrive quickly and without delays.

Car delivery consists of the following components: preparation of export documents and booking a place on a ship (from 2 weeks), land transportation of the car across Korea to the port of departure (up to 3 days), transportation by sea to a European port (from 60 days), delivery from a European port to Ukraine (up to 10 days). In total, delivery takes from 2.5 months.

Yes, it is possible. For example, OTP Bank is ready to provide a loan for the purchase of a car even to clients without official employment - an amount of up to UAH 300,000 can be approved without a certificate of income. The bank considers alternative sources of income and the borrower's credit history. In other cases, if you have an official salary card (especially in PrivatBank), you often do not need to confirm your income - the bank already sees the receipt. In any case, Bex Auto will help you collect the optimal package of documents or get by with a minimum number of them.

As a rule, the decision is made very quickly. Our partners have made the process as efficient as possible: PrivatBank pre-approves the loan a few minutes after submitting the application - you will find out the result almost instantly. OTP Bank in most cases issues the final decision and transfers the money within one day. In general, buying a car on credit through Bex Auto usually takes 1-2 days, including choosing a car, submitting an application and signing the contract.

The conditions vary depending on the bank and the program. OTP Bank does not have a CASCO requirement at all - you save on insurance, the bank does not oblige to insure the collateral, since the loan is actually unsecured. At PrivatBank, CASCO is required as standard for new cars, but with a down payment of 20-30%, insurance is not a mandatory condition (although the bank itself advises to insure the car voluntarily). Oschadbank always requires full CASCO, since it lends new cars with collateral. Thus, the presence of mandatory CASCO depends on the selected program: if you want to avoid insurance costs, consider options with a high down payment or a loan from OTP Bank.

Yes, you can repay your car loan early at any time without any penalties. All Bex Auto partner banks – OTP, Privat and Oschad – do not charge fees for early repayment. If you have the opportunity to repay the remaining loan early (partially or in full), do so without hesitation: the overpayment will be transferred only for the actual term of use of the borrowed funds. No penalties or hidden conditions – you save on interest by repaying the debt early.

Yes, of course. Bex Auto helps you buy a used car on credit as successfully as a new one. In particular, our partner OTP Bank specializes in used car loans - there are no restrictions on the brand, year of manufacture or mileage of the car. Moreover, no collateral or CASCO is required for such transactions, which distinguishes OTP's offer from classic car loans. You can choose a car at a car lot, a car dealership or even from a private seller - the bank will give you money to buy it. We also accompany the execution of the purchase and sale transaction and registration of the car in your name. If you want to import a car from abroad, we will offer a special program for a grace period (the first months without interest) - this allows you to calmly wait for your car and not pay extra.

The South Korean market is very full of diesel cars. The most popular cars among our clients are: Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai Santa Fe, Renaut (Samsung) Koleos (QM6), Hyundai Palisade, KIA Carnival, KIA Sorento, BMW 5-Series, Mercedes-Benz GLE, Audi A6, Audi Q7, Volvo XC60, Volvo XC90. Our manager will select the best car option for you according to your wishes.

The most popular electric cars from Korea among our clients are: Hyundai Ioniq 5, KIA EV6, Hyundai Kona, KIA Niro, Hyundai Ioniq 6, KIA EV9, Chevrolet Bolt. Also, the Korean sites are full of imported cars, such as Mercedes EQC, BMW IX, Audi E-Tron, Tesla Model S and others. The biggest advantage of electric cars from Korea is that the charging ports are identical to European ones, so you can quickly charge the car in any situation without any adapters.

Yes, indeed, official dealers have a wide range of Korean cars on the Ukrainian market, but they differ from Korean ones. For example, in Korea, the trim levels are very "rich". For the price that you will buy the maximum trim level from the official dealers, in Korea it will be the basic one. And the fact that in the Korean top trim level it is impossible to even imagine... Engine modifications, for example, Hyundai Tucson in Ukraine is offered only with a 2.0 l petrol engine, or a 1.6 l hybrid, where in Korea you can choose: 1.6 turbo petrol, 2.0 diesel, 1.6 hybrid. Also in Korea, there are many cars that have factory LPG, which is very economical to operate.

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