Audi e-tron GT: an entry-level version at a reduced price

It seems that the good old Audi e-tron GT, this marvel of electric engineering that proudly parades on our roads, is about to see the arrival of a base model. Yes, you heard that right! A base model. The Germans, in general, love to talk about sobriety and rationality, but creating a base model is a bit like trying to sell champagne in a box: it preaches accessibility while maintaining a certain aroma of luxury. And all this, for the modest sum of €119,000. Well done, Audi, really. Who said that pleasure has a price?

Audi e-tron GT: supercar performance, apartment price

The spectacle is breathtaking: with its electric motor of 503 horsepower, the Audi e-tron GT catapults you from 0 to 100 km/h in a record time of 4 seconds, which is equivalent to the astonishment felt upon discovering the price. In launch control mode, this beast can even reach 584 horsepower. One almost wonders if Audi is trying to convince us that it is normal to shell out a small fortune for an electric car, while acknowledging that it can compete with models priced over €130,000.

Alluring range to win over the converts

With a 105 kWh battery and a range of 614 km, the Audi e-tron GT is the kind of car that can take you on a tour of France without desperately searching for a charging point. Hats off! On the charging side, thanks to its 320 kW power, it takes just a few minutes to gain 280 km, which could well transform those 'restroom and coffee' breaks into real charging sessions. The model is designed to bother Teslas on their own playgrounds.

Design: a striking coupe

Aesthetically, the Audi e-tron GT aims to be a truly dynamic coupe with a low drag coefficient of 0.24. The air intakes on the side, its black mask at the front, and the rear diffuser with vertical fins give it a competitive posture. It's almost as if Audi decided to combine seduction with a good dose of sportiness, something that will soon need to be explained to BMW and Mercedes-Benz.

An interior that breathes comfort

Then you step into the cabin, and there, you're almost ready to forget the exorbitant price. Sporty seats adjustable in 18 positions: a luxury that would make any luxury minister turn green with envy. At the rear, the trunk offers a capacity of 350 liters. But don't be too envious; the clear front luggage compartment of 77 liters is still enough for a little shopping trip to Saint-Tropez.

Performance that meets expectations

On the road, the Audi does not disappoint with its variable front and rear axles. The responsiveness of the traction system, which adapts to driving conditions in real-time, is almost intimidating – as intimidating as seeing a Porsche at a traffic light. Even better, this base model proves to be about 30 kg lighter than the S version, which, incidentally, means it might just take corners better than some competitors who think they're invincible, like Jaguars or Fords.

So, what do we conclude from all this? A base model at €119,000, with a seductive design and performances that would make a Ferrari envious, it somewhat reminds us of those starred restaurants where, for a modest price, you get a small piece of tartare that reminds you that you’re not just there to fill your stomach. There you have it, the Audi e-tron GT, that's a bit of it: an ultimate luxury jewel that boxes in the big leagues while pretending to be reasonable. All of that, sprinkled with a dry humor that makes us smile and grind our teeth at the same time.

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