The Audi Q4 is a SUV built from 2022 to 2026. Engines offered: Electric. Worth buying? It scores near the top of what we track at 5.0/5 — and the year you pick matters far more than the badge (best and worst years →).
What the Q4 is
The Audi Q4 is a SUV that Audi built from 2022 to 2026 — 5 model years. It has been offered with Electric power. Its closest siblings in the Audi range: Q7, e-tron, Q8.
Audi Q4 tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment Q4 owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What engines does the Audi Q4 have? Power & range
The Audi Q4 is offered with 1 powertrain — Electric. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain — 1 for the Audi Q4, against one or two on most rivals.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | Electric motor | Single-speed | RWD | Electricity |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Can a Audi Q4 tow? Towing & payload
As an SUV, the Audi Q4 is built to tow and haul. The exact maximum towing capacity and payload depend on the engine, drivetrain and whether it has the factory tow package.
What sets your Q4's tow & payload rating:
- Engine — a larger or turbocharged engine tows more than the base unit.
- Drivetrain & axle — 4WD/AWD and the axle ratio shift the rating.
- Tow package — the factory towing package (hitch, wiring, transmission cooler) raises the max.
- Payload & GVWR — GVWR caps the combined load; more passengers and cargo lower how much you can tow.
Exact towing capacity, payload and GVWR are added per engine, drivetrain and trim — decode your VIN above, or check the driver's door-jamb and hitch labels. Curb weight from vehicle specifications.
The Q4 by the numbers
What the federal and market records say about the Audi Q4. Each line opens the full breakdown by year.
| Topic | Q4 | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Recalls | 6 campaigns | NHTSA, all years |
| Reliability | 5.0 / 5 | Best and worst years |
| Crash safety | ★★★★★ NHTSA | Frontal, side, rollover |
| Insurance | $1,402/yr | Estimated full coverage |
| Used value | 39 listings | What it sells for now |
Frequently asked questions
What kind of car is the Audi Q4?
The Q4 is a SUV, built from 2022 to 2026. Engines offered: Electric.
What is the Audi Q4 warranty?
New models carry 4 years / 50,000 miles basic cover and 4 years / 50,000 miles on the powertrain. Worth knowing: across our complaint records the typical car reaches the halfway point of its faults at five years, so most repairs land after the basic warranty ends.
Is the Q4 reliable?
It scores 5.0/5 in our data. The honest answer depends on the year far more than the model — see the best and worst years, and when this car starts to break.
How do I check a specific Q4?
This page describes the model; it cannot tell you whether that car has an open recall or a branded title. Run its VIN against the records — free, and matched to the exact production run.
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