Audi’s This fall E-Tron has solely been on sale because the 2022 mannequin 12 months, however the electrical compact crossover is already receiving some key updates.

For the 2024 mannequin 12 months, the earlier 40 and 50 grades have been changed by a single 55 mannequin. The brand new grade brings extra energy, but in addition a better beginning value.

The 2024 This fall 55 E-Tron is priced from $56,395, together with a $1,195 vacation spot cost, and order books are already open. Choosing the extra coupe-like Sportback physique model provides $3,000 to the sticker. Audi expects the primary examples to succeed in showrooms in April.

With its 40 grade, the 2023 This fall E-Tron began nearer to $50,000, however the 2024 This fall E-Tron’s new 55 mannequin has much more to supply. Peak energy from the usual dual-motor all-wheel-drive system is 335 hp, up 40 hp on the previous 50 grade and 134 hp on the previous 40. With the additional energy, the This fall 55 E-Tron will dash from 0-60 mph in simply 5.0 seconds, versus 5.8 seconds for the 50.

2024 Audi This fall E-Tron

The rear motor is a brand new design that Audi mentioned can be extra environment friendly. The EPA estimate for the This fall 55 E-Tron is 258 miles, which is 22 miles larger than the estimate for the 50 grade. The brand new motor was additionally added to the associated Volkswagen ID.4 for 2024.

Audi additionally mentioned it made some tweaks to the usual 82-kwh battery to enhance DC fast-charging speeds. The utmost charging charge is now 175 kw, up from 150 kw beforehand. This allows a 10-80% cost in 28 minutes when utilizing an acceptable charger, Audi mentioned. The navigation system prioritizes public DC quick charging and ensures the car robotically preconditions the battery temperature when approaching the specified charging station to optimize charging.

Different adjustments embrace new tuning for the suspension and steering, which Audi mentioned supplies a greater steadiness between consolation and stability throughout dynamic driving. A brand new 21-inch wheel sample can be out there.

Consumers in search of extra space will quickly be capable of go for a Q6 E-Tron. It debuts on March 18, and just like the smaller This fall E-Tron will are available in each common and Sportback physique kinds.