Comparison between:
- 2022 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro Vorsprung
- 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2022 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro Vorsprung | 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD | |
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| Model alias | Q4 Sportback 50 e-tron quattro | - |
| Trim | Vorsprung | Premium AWD |
| Model year | 2022 | 2026 |
| Market | Global | North America |
| Price | EUR 43,900 (Germany, Jan 2022) | USD 47,490 (USA, Oct 2025) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) | Sedan |
| Materials | Steel | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Peggle Gray Floret Silver Geyser Blue Glacier White Mythos Black Navarra Blue Typhoon Gray Aurora Violet | Diamond Black Stealth Gray Ultra Red Pearl White Multi-Coat Deep Blue Metallic Quicksilver |
| Interior colors | Black | Black Black and White |
| Number of doors | 5 | 4 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 180.6 in 4588 mm | 185.8 in 4720 mm |
| Width | - | 72.8 in 1848 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 83.0 in 2108 mm | 82.2 in 2089 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | 73.4 in 1865 mm | 76.1 in 1933 mm |
| Height | 63.5 in 1614 mm | 56.8 in 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase | 108.8 in 2764 mm | 113.2 in 2875 mm |
| Front track | 62.5 in 1587 mm | 62.4 in 1584 mm |
| Rear track | 61.6 in 1565 mm | 62.4 in 1584 mm |
| Front overhang | 33.6 in 854 mm | 34.6 in 878 mm |
| Rear overhang | 38.2 in 970 mm | 38.5 in 977 mm |
| Clearance | - | 5.4 in 138 mm |
| Front headroom | 41.8 in 1061 mm | 40.3 in 1023 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.8 in 960 mm | 37.8 in 961 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 56.7 in 1440 mm | 56.7 in 1441 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 55.2 in 1401 mm | 54.2 in 1376 mm |
| Front hip room | 58.7 in 1492 mm | 52.9 in 1344 mm |
| Rear hip room | 57.7 in 1466 mm | 52.3 in 1328 mm |
| Front legroom | - | 42.7 in 1084 mm |
| Rear legroom | - | 34.5 in 877 mm |
| Trunk volume | 535.0 l 18.89 ft3 0.54 m3 | 594.0 l 20.98 ft3 0.59 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1460.0 l 51.56 ft3 1.46 m3 | 682.0 l 24.08 ft3 0.68 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | - | 88.0 l 3.11 ft3 0.09 m3 |
| Curb weight | 4717.89 lb 2140 kg | 4080.76 lb 1851 kg |
| Front axle load limit | 2524.29 lb 1145 kg | - |
| Rear axle load limit | 3075.45 lb 1395 kg | - |
| Roof load | 165.35 lb 75 kg | - |
| GVWR | 5985.55 lb 2715 kg | 5000.08 lb 2268 kg |
| Towing capacity braked | 2645.55 lb 1200 kg | - |
| Towing capacity unbraked | 1653.47 lb 750 kg | - |
| Drag coefficient | 0.27 Cd | 0.23 Cd |
| Additional information | Curb weight with driver - 2215 kg | - |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | - | Tesla |
| Model | - | 3D7 or 4D3 |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear |
| Voltage | - | 320 V |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 194 kW 260.2 hp 263.8 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | - | 5400 rpm |
| Torque | 310 Nm 31.6 kgm 228.6 ft-lb | 340 Nm 34.7 kgm 250.8 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | - | Yes |
| Additional information | - | AC permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motor Liquid-cooled with variable frequency drive |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Manufacturer | - | Tesla |
| Model | - | 3D3 |
| Motor type | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) |
| Location | Front | Front |
| Voltage | - | 320 V |
| Power | 70 kW 93.9 hp 95.2 ps | 137 kW 183.7 hp 186.3 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | - | 6380 rpm |
| Torque | 150 Nm 15.3 kgm 110.6 ft-lb | 219 Nm 22.3 kgm 161.5 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Additional features | - | 3-phase 4-pole AC induction motor with a copper rotor Liquid cooled with variable frequency drive |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 220 kW 295.0 hp 299.1 ps | 331 kW 443.9 hp 450.0 ps |
| Total system torque | 460 Nm 46.9 kgm 339.3 ft-lb | 559 Nm 57.0 kgm 412.3 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 111.8 mph 180.0 km/h | 124.9 mph 201.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 6.20 s | 4.40 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | - | 4.20 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | WLTP, CMB: 285.8 mi / 460.0 km | EPA, CMB: 346.0 mi / 556.8 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | WLTP, CMB: 18.2 kWh/100 km | EPA, CTY: 133 MPGe EPA, CMB: 26 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 128 MPGe EPA, HWY: 122 MPGe |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | A+++ | A |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m 33.46 ft | 11.7 m 38.39 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | - | 2.14 |
| Additional information | Progressive steering Dynamic steering | - |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive (AWD) | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| Axle ratio | - | 9.03 |
| Additional information | Steering ratio - 15.6 | - |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent MacPherson strut Shock absorbers Coil springs (helical springs) | Independent Double wishbone Coil springs (helical springs) Frequency dependent shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
| Rear suspension | Independent Four-link Coil springs (helical springs | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Frequency dependent shock absorbers |
| Additional information | Suspension with damper control | - |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | - | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | - | 12.6 in 320 mm |
| Front disc brake thickness | - | 1.0 in 25 mm |
| Rear brakes | - | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | - | 13.2 in 335 mm |
| Rear disc brake thickness | - | 0.8 in 20 mm |
| Additional information | Dual-circuit brake system with diagonal split | Electrically actuated parking brake integrated into the rear calliper |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 8.5Jx21 9Jx21 | 8.5Jx18 ET38 8.5Jx19 ET38 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 235/45R21 101T 255/40R21 102T | 235/45R18 235/40R19 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Battery capacity | 82 kWh | 82.1 kWh |
| Manufacturer | - | Tesla and Panasonic |
| Model | - | NCR21700A |
| Type | Lithium-Ion | NCA |
| Cathode materials | - | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminium Oxide (LiNiCoAlO2) |
| Anode materials | - | Graphite |
| Cell nominal voltage | - | 3.6 V |
| Cell cutoff voltage | - | 3 V |
| Battery voltage | 400 V | 360 V |
| Energy density | - | 260 Wh/kg |
| Weight | 866.42 lb 393 kg | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump |
| Minimum ambient temperature | - | -30 °C -22 °F |
| Maximum ambient temperature | - | 60 °C 140 °F |
| Additional information | Net capacity - 76.6 kWh | USA battery code - BT42 (Panasonic 2170L (E3LD)) |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Type 2 CCS2 | NACS |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 11 kW DC 110 kW | AC 11.5 kW DC 250 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC 110 kW, 0:32-0:38 | DC 250 kW, 0:22 AC 11.5 kW, 7:00 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Aluminium roof rails (S) Black door mirrors (S) Black Styling package (S) Contrast bumpers in Manhattan grey, paint finish (S) Dynamic package (O) Dynamic package plus (O) Function Package (O) Model name and technology lettering (S) Omission of model name and output/technology logo (O) Omission of output/technology logo (O) Pedals in stainless steel (S) S line bumpers (S) S line exterior styling (S) Safety Package Plus (S) Smoking Pack (O) Acoustic vehicle alerting system (AVAS) (S) Acoustic vehicle warning system (S) Adaptive Cruise Assist with emergency assist (S) Adaptive cruise assist with emergency assist (O) Advanced Key (S) Airbag for driver and front passenger with front passenger airbag deactivation (S) Anti-theft alarm system (S) Anti-theft wheel bolts (S) Assist Package (O) Assist Package plus (O) Assistance package (O) Assistance Package Advanced with code (S) Assistance package plus (O) Audi drive select (S) Audi Parking System Plus (S) Audi pre-sense, front and rear (S) Camera-based traffic sign recognition (S) Child seat attachment i-Size on the passenger side and i-Size and Top Tether on the outer rear seats (S) Comfort key (O) Comfort key in conjunction with anti-theft package (O) Convenience key in conjunction with anti-theft package (O) Convenience key, with Safelock (O) Cruise control system with adjustable speed limiter (O) Cruise Control system with speed limiter (S) Electronic immobiliser (S) Electronic immobilizer (S) EU Emergency call system (S) Evasive Assist and Sideguard Assist (S) First-aid kit with warning triangle and vests (S) Front side airbags with head airbag system and front interaction airbag (S) Heated steering wheel (O) High-beam assist (O) i-Size child seat mounting on the front passenger side and i-Size and top tether on the outer rear s (S) Lane change warning with exit warning and cross traffic assist rear (S) Reversing camera (S) Security package plus (O) Side airbags, front and rear with head airbag system and interaction airbag, front (O) Swerve assist and turn assist (S) Tool kit (S) Audi connect Navigation & Infotainment plus (S) Audi Smartphone interface (S) Audi sound system (S) Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus (S) Augmented Reality head-up display (S) Bluetooth interface (S) Digital radio reception (S) Front speakers (passive) (S) MMI Navigation Advanced (O) MMI Navigation Plus with high resolution 10.1 inch touchscreen color display (S) Smartphone interface with USB rear (O) SONOS premium sound system (O) Climate Control package, with 3-zone deluxe automatic air conditioning (S) Comfort remote pre-conditioning (S) 4-way lumbar support for front seats (S) Child seat attachment i-Size on the passenger side and i-Size and Top Tether on the outer rear seats (S) Comfort front centre armrest, front (S) Comfort Package Plus (O) Electrically adjustable seats with memory function for driver seat and exterior mirrors (S) Foldable rear seats (S) Front Sport seats with integrated head restraints (S) Heated seats, front (S) Rear seat back, split folding (O) Flat top and bottomed twin-spoke leather multifunction Sport steering wheel with shift paddles for r (S) Heated steering wheel (O) Acoustic glazing for the side windows (O) Front door sill trims with aluminium inlay, illuminated with 'S' logo (S) Heat insulating glass (S) Illuminated door sill trims (O) Inlay in Dark matt brushed aluminium (S) Panoramic glass sunroof (S) Power tailgate (S) Privacy glass (dark-tinted windows) (S) Windscreen in climate comfort and acoustic glazing, wirelessly heated (O) Windscreen in thermal insulation glazing (S) Auto-dimming rear view mirror (S) Electrically adjustable and heated side mirrors (S) Folding, auto-dimming side mirrors (S) 'e-tron' projection light in the exterior mirrors (S) Ambient lighting pack plus (S) Headlight washers (S) LED DRLs with assistant driving lights (S) LED rear lights with illuminated light strip, dynamic indicator and dynamic light sequencing (S) Matrix LED headlamps (S) Matrix LED headlights with digital light signatures, dynamic light sequencing and dynamic indicators (S) Door armrests in leatherette (S) Fine Nappa leather (S) Front and rear floor mats (S) Headlining in black cloth (S) | Autosteer (S) Traffic-aware cruise control (S) 15.4" first-row touchscreen (S) 8" second-row touchscreen (S) FM/AM Radio (S) Mobile, Wi-Fi, UWB, Bluetooth connectivity (S) 15 x speakers (S) 1 x subwoofer (S) Second-row touchscreen-adjust air vents (S) First-row heated and ventilated seats (S) Second-row heated seats (S) Power-adjust steering wheel (S) Power-adjust and auto-dimming side-view mirrors (S) Customizable wraparound ambient lighting (S) Microsuede and textile decor (S) Perforated vegan leather (S) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | - | The electric motor specifications are listed according to data reported by owners. Different numbers reported by other sources refer to real-life measurements. However, these vary significantly for many different reasons, such as errors in procedure, unannounced variance in equipped motors, variance in batteries, and software tuning, among others. |
| 2022 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 50 quattro Vorsprung | 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD |