Audi e-tron GE vs Renault Austral AUS

Audi e-tron

GE · 2018 – 2025

The first-generation e-tron (GE), Audi’s first all-electric SUV.

Renault Austral

AUS · 2022 – 2026

The Austral (AUS), a modern compact SUV on CMF-CD3.

First car

Second car

Pick this one if…

Audi e-tron

Pick the GE for the 55 quattro’s 408 hp and 150 kW DC charging — ideally a post-2019 car with the coolant recall done.

Best engine: The 55 quattro (larger battery).

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Pick this one if…

Renault Austral

Pick the Austral for a modern compact SUV with an efficient E-Tech hybrid.

Best engine: The 1.3 TCe (petrol) or E-Tech Full Hybrid 200.

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Performance

55 quattro · Electric vs 1.2 E-Tech 200 · Hybrid

	Audi e-tron	Renault Austral
Power	408 hp Winner	200 hp
Torque	664 Nm	—
0–100 km/h	5,7 s Winner	8,4 s
Top speed	200 km/h Winner	175 km/h
Power-to-weight	159,1 hp/t Winner	128,2 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	0 g/km Winner	108 g/km
Consumption (WLTP)	—	4,7 L/100km

Dimensions & space

	Audi e-tron	Renault Austral
Boot	660 L Winner	430 L
Boot (seats folded)	1.725 L Winner	1.525 L
Wheelbase	2,93 m Winner	2,67 m
Length	4,90 m	4,51 m
Ground clearance	17,2 cm	—
Turning circle	12,2 m	10,9 m Winner
Towing capacity (braked)	1.800 kg Winner	1.500 kg

Powertrain & tech

	Audi e-tron	Renault Austral
Platform	MLB Evo (electric)	CMF-CD3
Drive	All-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive
Engine family	Electric motors · 50 quattro / 55 quattro	1.2 TCe · 1.3 TCe · E-Tech Full Hybrid 200
Transmission	Single-speed automatic	E-Tech automatic
Fuel	Electric	Hybrid
Euro standard	N/A (electric)	Euro 6d
LEZ access	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)

Reliability & watch-outs

Known issues

Audi e-tron

Software/electronics gremlins on 2019–2020 cars
Coolant leak into the high-voltage electronics (recall on early cars)
Battery and charging-system health check recommended before buying used

Renault Austral

Infotainment software needs updates
Electrical gremlins on early cars
E-Tech hybrid: 12V battery drain

Pros

Audi e-tron

150 kW DC fast charging
55 quattro: 408 hp and up to 664 Nm in boost mode
95 kWh battery in the 55 quattro

Renault Austral

Modern interior with a big screen
Efficient E-Tech Full Hybrid 200
Roomy, modular boot (430–527 L)

Cons

Audi e-tron

55 quattro uses ~23 kWh/100 km in real-world driving
Early software quirks

Renault Austral

No diesel offered
Infotainment takes getting used to

Driving experience

Audi e-tron

Smooth, silent and effortlessly luxurious. The e-tron rides with genuine isolation, steers lightly and accurately, and accelerates strongly from its dual-motor quattro with none of the fuss of a combustion engine. It is heavy, which shows in corners and in real-world range, but the payoff is a hushed, relaxed calm that suits long journeys. Regenerative braking is strong enough for one-pedal driving in traffic. It was the first large electric SUV from Audi, and it drives more like a luxury saloon than a tall, heavy crossover.

Renault Austral

A refined long-distance cruiser rather than a dynamic driver's car, helped by optional rear-axle steering (4Control) that tightens the turning circle in town. Steering is light but accurate enough for daily use, with Sport mode adding more weight. The ride is firmer than many rivals, especially on larger wheels, and can feel unsettled over sharp bumps, though body control is reasonable. The E-Tech full hybrid feels responsive in mixed driving and can cover short distances on electric power alone, while the 1.3 mild hybrid is adequate once moving. Low-speed transmission behaviour can show hesitation or judder on early hybrid examples.