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Audi Refreshes Q4 e‑tron With Curved Digital Cockpit and Drivetrain Upgrades

The 2026 facelift pairs a new Digital Stage cockpit with an APP550 rear motor, reworked power electronics, and 230 V/3.6 kW bidirectional charging to lift efficiency, boost range.

Overview

  • Audi announced and opened orders for the 2026 Q4 e‑tron facelift in mid‑June and is now selling multiple trims with manufacturer pricing for Europe.
  • The interior adopts a curved 'Digital Stage' display that unifies the 11.9‑inch instrument panel and 12.8‑inch center touchscreen, with an optional 12.0‑inch passenger touch display for the first time.
  • Audi fitted the rear axle with the APP550 permanent‑magnet synchronous motor plus revised power electronics and software, which the company says raises electronics efficiency by about 10 percent and can add up to roughly 30 km of WLTP range depending on specification.
  • The Q4 e‑tron gains bidirectional vehicle‑to‑load capability that supplies 230 V AC at up to 3.6 kW from a trunk socket or adapter, letting owners run tools or small appliances from the car battery.
  • Fast‑charging peaks differ by configuration, reported between about 160 kW and 185 kW (the driven Performance rear‑wheel‑drive test car charged at about 165 kW), and early drives highlight improved cabin quality, comfort and everyday usability rather than sharper sportiness.