Hi I'm Sharnelle from Dilawri Group of Companies, Canada's largest automotive group.
Today we present to you the 2019 e-tron. Electric has gone Audi.
This is the brand's first ever all-electric SUV. We'll be going over
everything you need to know about the e-tron in this overview so keep watching
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Before we get into all the details of the e-tron we'll answer all your pressing
questions about range and charging first. The e-tron offers 329 kilometers of
range. With that you could get from Toronto to Niagara Falls nearly three
times. Electric vehicles are new so range anxiety does exist and that's fair but
that's why Audi offers the e-tron trip planner so that while you're driving you
can see what's charging stations are coming up along your route. When it comes
to charging, it's very very simple. The e-tron comes with a main charging port
on the driver's side of the vehicle and an optional second one on the passenger
side. There are three levels of charging. Level one and two you can do at home and
with level 2 charging you can charge a battery from zero to completely full in
about ten hours. The last option is level three charging or quick charging. These
are any of the public charging stations that you may see in parking lots or
malls or even rest stops. That can charge the battery from zero to 80 percent in
under 30 minutes. When it comes to anticipating how much
range you have left over, the e-tron is actually super helpful and it will give
you tips on how to extend the range. In addition to that there are also energy
recuperation paddles on the steering wheel that you can use to either reduce
power or give it a bit of a boost if you need it. The e-tron truly is a beautifully
designed car. It's simple and refined like all of Audi's vehicles. This was
tested in a wind tunnel to make it as aerodynamic as possible because any drag
can affect the vehicle's range. In fact, the e-tron has a drag coefficient of
just 0.28. That means this decently sized SUV is actually more aerodynamic than
the Audi TT, Audi's smallest car. In regards to size
the e-tron is pretty long but the Q7 still has 7 more inches on this. It's
nearly as wide as the Q7 but the height of the e-tron is more similar to the Q5.
E-tron's signature LED daytime running lights are standard and HD Matrix Design
headlights are available. The grille here has shutters that open and close to also
assist with aerodynamics. The e-tron is equipped with 20" wheels but 19"s and
21"s are options. These rims are accented very nicely by these Dynamic
Orange brake calipers. The side mirrors are heated, auto-dimming and power-
folding. Up top is a panoramic sunroof and moving around to the rear you'll find a
power tailgate with a foot-activated opening. The e-tron offers 660
litres of cargo space which is just shy of what the Q5 offers. On the inside this
is everything you'd expect from Audi with quality materials and a luxurious
cabin. The e-tron is a five-seater with available heated and ventilated front
seats and heated rear seats. The luxury package takes this to another level with
Valcona leather, a leather instrument panel with contrast stitching, leather
door armrests and knee pads and individual contour seats with massage
functions. The heated steering wheel helps to manage vehicle controls like
the Virtual Cockpit and cruise control. The e-tron is also able to release scents
to make the cabin smell nice and fresh. Options include Winter and Summer with a
range of intensities. For those that live in colder climates you'll be happy to
know the e-tron is equipped with pre- entry climate control. Audi has taken
every measure to make the e-tron so comfortable to drive in and ride along
in. If you've been following our latest videos on Audi vehicles you'll be
quite familiar with the dual-screen infotainment system in the centre stack.
The top screen is for the basic vehicle settings while the bottom is for climate
control and for destination input by either text or handwriting. This is one
cool feature that never gets old. This MMI touch response system is
complemented by the Bang & Olufsen premium 3D sound system and it also
supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The driver has access to Audi's Virtual
Cockpit, a class-leading digital instrument cluster.
There's also an available head-up display, Audi phonebox for wireless
charging and night vision assistant. The e-tron is powered by two
powerful electric motors which deliver 402 horsepower and 490 lb.-ft. of torque.
The great thing about electric vehicles is that power is immediately available
so the e-tron is very quick. Quattro all-wheel drive also means you can trust
it in a variety of weather conditions. What can sometimes be unsettling about
electric vehicles is that they are so quiet. So, Audi has given the e-tron
artificial sounds so pedestrians can hear it coming. It was a very smart move as
an added safety feature.
The e-tron offers a smooth and peppy ride. We expected it to drive like other
electric vehicles on the market but it actually drives so similarly to the rest
of Audi's lineup. If you love the brand and you're looking to make the move to
electric vehicles you will not have a hard time transitioning. When it comes to
safety there is a long list of available safety features like pre-sense city and rear,
a top view camera, a 360-degree camera and more. We hope we answered
every question you may have about the all-new e-tron. It truly is an electric
vehicle that is unmistakably Audi but it's also an amazing option for Audi
enthusiasts who do want a cleaner vehicle. If you have any more questions
one of our team members would be happy to answer any questions you may have at
one of our Audi stores. Thanks for watching and let us know what you think
of the e-tron in the comments.