A new pure-electric grand tourer has been launched in the shape of the Audi RS e-tron GT. It’s created to sit alongside the existing e-tron SUV and rivals cars such as the Tesla model S and Porsche Taycan. It’ll be available to buy from May, with prices starting from £110,950.
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The Audi RS e-tron GT’s powertrain features three electric motors – one for the front axle and one for each of the rear wheels. Combined, they deliver 590bhp and 830Nm of torque, although the EV’s launch control system can increase the system’s output to 637bhp for short periods. That indicates the RS can sprint from 0-62mph in just 3.3 seconds, and can reach a limited top speed of 155mph.
New 2021 Audi e-tron GT arrives to rival Tesla model S
As with the standard e-tron GT, the RS has an 85kWh battery pack, but due to its a lot more powerful electric motors, the EV’s maximum range drops from 295 miles to 280 miles. It shares the same charging architecture, though, which indicates buyers can fully recharge the system overnight when using an 11kW home wallbox.
DC fast-charging is also supported. supplied you can access a 270kW charger, the RS e-tron GT’s battery can go from flat to 80 per cent capacity in just 23 minutes. That’s the equivalent of around 62 miles of range for every five minutes of charging.
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To cope with the a lot more powerful drivetrain, Audi has fitted the RS with a range of chassis improvements over the standard e-tron GT. Upgrades include tungsten-carbide coated brake discs, ten-piston fixed calipers, adaptive air suspension, a a lot more sophisticated rear differential and four-wheel steering. Carbon ceramic brake discs can also be specced as an optional extra.
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