Volkswagen Group has pulled the covers off its very first model under the new AUDI brand, and it’s a stunner. Meet the E5 Sportback, a sleek, all-electric fastback that promises to change the way we look at luxury EVs. Making its grand debut during the Volkswagen Group Media Night just before Auto Shanghai 2025, the E5 Sportback is ready to electrify the competition.
Design
The E5 Sportback rolls in with a four-door fastback design that’s both elegant and aggressive. Imagine a car that looks like it’s moving even when it’s parked. Built on the new Advanced Digitized Platform, developed jointly by VW and Audi, it screams futuristic luxury. Unlike the traditional Audi badge with the four rings, the new AUDI branding is spelled in capital letters, signaling a bold new chapter for the brand in China.
Performance
Performance junkies, listen up. The E5 Sportback will blow your socks off with up to 777.4 bhp and a 0-100 km/h sprint time of just 3.4 seconds. Talk about a rocket on wheels. You’ll have four powertrain options to choose from, offering either rear-wheel drive or the legendary quattro all-wheel drive system.
Here’s a simple table showing the different power outputs:
| Power Output | Drive Type |
|---|---|
| 220 kW | Rear-wheel drive |
| 300 kW | Rear-wheel drive |
| 425 kW | Quattro drive |
| 579 kW | Quattro drive |
Range
Range anxiety? Not here. With a massive 100kWh battery pack, the E5 Sportback boasts a range of up to 770km. That’s enough to road-trip from Beijing to Shanghai with miles to spare. Thanks to its ultra-fast 800-volt charging system, you can top up 370km of range in just 10 minutes. Basically, grab a coffee, and you’re good to go again.
Features
The E5 doesn’t just drive fast; it thinks fast too. It comes loaded with all-wheel steering for better handling and adaptive air suspension for that magic carpet ride feeling. Whether you’re navigating tight city streets or cruising on the highway, the E5 adapts like it’s reading your mind.
Future
The E5 Sportback is just the beginning. AUDI has plans to roll out two more fully electric models in 2026 and 2027. So if you think the E5 is impressive, just wait. The new AUDI lineup promises to be a game-changer in China’s booming electric vehicle market.
With its bold design, jaw-dropping performance, and cutting-edge technology, the E5 Sportback is setting the bar high for luxury EVs. As AUDI steps into this new era, one thing’s clear: the future looks fast, sleek, and seriously electrified.
FAQs
What is the range of the AUDI E5 Sportback?
The E5 Sportback has a maximum range of 770km.
How fast can the E5 Sportback charge?
It can add 370km of range in just 10 minutes.
How powerful is the E5 Sportback?
It delivers up to 777.4 bhp at its peak.
When will the E5 Sportback launch?
The E5 will launch later this year in China.
Does the E5 Sportback offer all-wheel drive?
Yes, quattro all-wheel drive is available in select versions.
