The Audi e-tron 50 Quattro will be the electric crossover's new entry-level model when it launches in Europe next year.
All-wheel drive capability comes courtesy of an electric motor for each axle. Together they give the e-tron 50 a total of 230kW of power and 540Nm of torque.
Both motors are hooked up to a 71kWh battery pack. According to the WLTP test cycle, the crossover will have a range of 300 kilometres per charge.
Why the German 'big four' are committed to Formula E
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Formula E is only in its fifth season, but there are plenty of big names on the grid. Audi and BMW already have factory-backed operations, while Mercedes-Benz will join next year.
Motorsports juggernaut Porsche will also join the grid in 2019/2020. The Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance and Mahindra have been on board since day one, too.
Audi's current R8 is something of an anachronism, running with a naturally-aspirated V10 engine as rivals move to downsized, turbocharged motors. The next-generation won't be, based on a new report from Europe.
According to CAR, the the upcoming electric supercar will be called the E-Tron GTR. It's likely to make 500kW of power, and rely on a 95kWh battery pack good for around 500km on a full charge. Oh, and it'll be compatible with wireless charging.
Audi has posted a new teaser video for the Q4 e-tron concept ahead of its full reveal at the Geneva motor show later this week.
Scheduled to be unveiled on March 5 at 8:00am Central European Time (6:00pm AEDT), the Q4 e-tron concept will be an all-electric preview of the newest member of Audi's crossover family, with a production model slated for a late 2020 or early 2021 launch.
Audi e-tron to gain new performance, entry-level drivetrains - report
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The Audi e-tron crossover will reportedly gain new entry-level and performance variants, bolstering the current standalone model.
Top Gear understands Audi is working on drivetrain options to top and tail the e-tron crossover range, with the entry-level model due on sale by the end of 2019.
It's believed the entry-level e-tron will retain the current model's twin-motor setup, but with both reduced power output and a smaller battery pack.
