Audi unveils the A2 e-tron in Paris
Audi has chosen Paris to unveil the A2 e-tron, its new 100% electric compact car. Paris will also see the Audi A2 e-tron make its public debut in October at the World Motor Show. For this return of the A2 in an electric version, Audi will offer a choice among four power levels and three battery options. Just like the original A2, the A2 e-tron stands out for its efficiency, featuring a design focused on aerodynamics. Despite its compact size, it offers ample interior space, providing a comfortable and spacious cabin. Pre-orders will open in the fall with first deliveries expected by the end of the year. In France, the entry-level version will be available starting at 38,600 euros, while the top-of-the-line model will cost at least 52,000 euros.
A choice between four power levels and three batteries
The Audi A2 e-tron uses the latest generation of permanent magnet synchronous electric motors. It is available in four power levels. The entry-level version features a motor with 125 kW (170 hp) and 350 Nm of torque. This motor is powered by an LFP battery with a gross capacity of 52 kWh, providing up to 423 km of range. Another LFP battery with 61 kWh powers the 140 kW (190 hp) motor in the higher-end version. Two more powerful versions come equipped with an 84 kWh NMC battery, offering up to 649 km of range. The first of these versions has a 170 kW (231 hp) motor, while the second has a 240 kW (326 hp) motor. Both of these versions also support up to 183 kW of power for DC fast charging, allowing the battery to go from 10% to 80% charge in less than thirty minutes.
A design focused on efficiency
The Audi A2 e-tron offers impressive range for a compact car, largely thanks to its exterior design. This design was developed with maximum efficiency in mind, featuring streamlined surfaces optimized for aerodynamics. The A2 e-tron’s silhouette is characterized by a sloping roof line and short overhangs, along with a long wheelbase. Various details further enhance its aerodynamics, such as a widely flared underbody or deflectors integrated into the wheel arch extensions. These deflectors reduce the gap between the wheels and fenders, improve airflow along the front bumper, and significantly minimize turbulence. The result is a drag coefficient of 0.24 for the A2 e-tron, the best ever achieved by an Audi in the compact segment.
A spacious and comfortable cabin
Despite its compact dimensions (4.32 meters), the Audi A2 e-tron features a generous wheelbase (2.77 meters) and offers a spacious interior. The cabin uses high-quality materials, clever storage solutions, and thoughtfully designed ambient lighting. Ergonomically shaped seats provide an exceptionally comfortable position and ensure excellent comfort levels. The central element of the interior design is Softwrap—a flexible fabric-covered surface that extends from the dashboard to the door panels. It also runs along the back of the cabin, up to the trunk lid line. Another key feature is a panoramic display that combines an 11.9-inch Audi Virtual Cockpit with a 12.8-inch touchscreen. Additionally, the A2 e-tron can transform into a true mobile office thanks to the A function.
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Orders for the A2 e-tron will open in the fall, with first deliveries scheduled for December. Audi developed its new entry-level electric model to meet the needs of European customers. In France, the brand will offer it starting at 38,600 euros for the version with a 52 kWh battery. The model equipped with a 61 kWh battery will cost at least 42,900 euros. For the version featuring an 84 kWh battery and a 170 kW motor, the price will be at least 46,900 euros. Produced in Ingolstadt, these three versions will be eligible for government subsidies. However, the top-tier version with an 84 kWh battery and a 240 kW motor will not qualify, as its starting price of 52,000 euros exceeds the limit set by the government.