Audi has unveiled the new A2 e-tron electric car, which will become its entry-level model in the electric vehicle market, with a range of up to 401 miles (646 kilometers) according to the WLTP standard. The company says the car is the most efficient among its commercially produced vehicles, with energy consumption of 12.8 kWh per 100 kilometers.
The model revives the name of the Audi A2, introduced more than 25 years ago and known for its lightweight design and high efficiency. However, the new version uses a fully electric powertrain and arrives as Audi seeks to expand the range of more affordable electric vehicles in its lineup. CEO Gernot Döllner described the car as “more than a new model,” considering it part of the brand’s renewal.
Long Range and Multiple Battery Options
The A2 e-tron is available with four power outputs: 125, 140, 170, and 240 kW, along with three battery capacities of 52, 61, and 84 kWh. The 140 kW version delivers the longest range, with a drag coefficient of 0.24 and a range of up to 401 miles.
The car supports bidirectional charging, enabling Vehicle-to-Load technology to supply power to external devices. In Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, it can also be used as a backup home battery through Vehicle-to-Home when connected to a direct-current wallbox.
Charging and Standard Equipment
DC fast-charging power reaches 183 kW in the version with the 84 kWh battery, which charges from 10% to 80% in approximately 29 minutes. The 52 kWh battery, which uses LFP chemistry, requires about 14 minutes at up to 100 kW, while the 61 kWh battery takes approximately 25 minutes at a maximum power of 105 kW.
Standard equipment includes driver-assistance systems such as emergency braking assist, lane-deviation avoidance assist, attention monitoring, adaptive cruise control, Park Assist Plus, and a rearview camera.
What Changes in Practice?
The A2 e-tron’s compact dimensions and long range place it at the intersection of small-car usability and reduced need for frequent charging. The car is 4.32 meters long and 1.79 meters wide, with a 2.77-meter wheelbase—dimensions close to those of the Kia EV3 and Volkswagen ID.3 Neo. Audi also says that smart storage solutions and the interior equipment make the cabin feel more spacious.
Audi offers the Fidlock magnetic mounting system as standard equipment and makes an optional panoramic glass roof available, with a glass area of 1.6 square meters. However, the availability of bidirectional energy technologies remains market-dependent; according to current information, the home-use feature is limited to Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
Price and Availability
Audi will open orders in Germany on September 10, 2026. Pricing starts at €38,200, or approximately $45,000, for the 125 kW version with the 52 kWh battery. The 61 kWh version starts at €41,900, while the 170 kW version with the 84 kWh battery is priced at €48,900. The top 240 kW version starts at €51,200.
The car is manufactured at Audi’s plant in Ingolstadt, Germany, and customer deliveries are expected to begin in December 2026. Audi has not confirmed its launch in the United States, while available information indicates that the car is designed for the European market.