PUNCHING WITH THREE ELECTRIC MOTORS! AUDI E-TRON S SPORTBACK 2022 REVIEW

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The Audi E-tron S Sportback 2022 is presented as the first electric S model from Audi, offering a significant performance upgrade over the standard E-tron 55 Quattro. Key enhancements include a more aggressive exterior design with wider wheel arches and S badging, a refined interior featuring an S-specific virtual cockpit and Valcona leather sport seats, and a substantial power increase to 370kW and 973Nm in boost mode, enabling a 0-100km/h time of 4.5 seconds. The reviewer highlights the unique dual-motor rear axle for torque vectoring, adaptive sports air suspension, and the overall refined, smooth, and quiet driving experience, comparing it favorably to luxury German competitors. However, the vehicle's considerable weight (2580kg) is noted as a factor, particularly during hard braking in tight corners. Real-world consumption averaged 31.5 kWh/100km, falling short of the 370km WLTP range, with the reviewer estimating around 300km of range in hard driving. Despite its high price point (around $180k with options), the E-tron S Sportback is deemed a desirable, well-built, and composed luxury electric SUV, offering a calming yet rapid driving experience.