2025 Audi e-tron GT quattro [UK] - The Electric Grand Tourer Perfected

The Audi e-tron GT arrived on the scene as a stunning electric grand tourer, sharing its DNA with the formidable Porsche Taycan. For 2025, Audi has refined its recipe, introducing a host of meaningful updates across the line-up. Our focus here is on the re-introduced and newly positioned entry-point: the 2025 Audi e-tron GT quattro in its UK specification. This model proves that you don't need the monstrous power of the flagship RS variants to experience the best of what the e-tron GT has to offer, combining striking looks, exceptional range, and a truly consummate driving experience at a compelling price point within its rarefied segment.

Design: A Timeless Electric Sculpture

Even a few years after its debut, the e-tron GT remains an achingly beautiful machine. Unlike some newer EVs, which can look overly futuristic or blob-like, the GT quattro is a masterclass in elegant, aggressive design. Its low-slung stance, wide shoulders, and deeply sculpted lines ooze presence, making it one of the most visually arresting four-door cars on the road today.

Crucially, the new entry-level quattro retains almost all the visual impact of its more powerful siblings. The subtle tweaks for the 2025 model year are primarily reserved for the higher-spec S and RS versions, but the base GT quattro doesn't suffer for it. It still features the distinctive coupé-like silhouette and the aggressive, wide Audi Singleframe grille (now subtly restyled or colour-coded depending on the trim). It is a car that commands respect and attention, appearing just as imposing as the top-spec models.

Performance and The All-Important Range

Under the sculpted bonnet and muscular sheet metal, the 2025 GT quattro benefits from the most significant updates. This model acts as the new gateway to the range, offering a compelling blend of performance and efficiency.

The car is powered by a dual electric motor setup, delivering 503PS (horsepower) as standard, rising to a substantial 584PS in overboost with Launch Control engaged. This translates to a blistering 0-62 mph sprint in just 4.2 seconds, with a top speed capped at 152 mph. While the RS models can now dip into hypercar territory, the GT quattro's performance is more than sufficient for the road, offering a relentless surge of quattro all-wheel-drive traction that makes overtaking effortless and corner exits thrilling.

The true highlight for UK drivers, however, is the battery upgrade. The usable capacity is now 97kWh (from a gross 105kWh), and thanks to a more efficient rear motor and powertrain tweaks, the official WLTP maximum range is now a highly impressive 377-386 miles. This represents a significant leap from the pre-facelift model and firmly positions the GT quattro as a genuine Grand Tourer, easily capable of crossing the country without range anxiety.

Furthermore, its 800-volt architecture remains a class-leader. It maintains the incredible 320kW DC rapid charging capability, allowing a 10-80% charge in as little as 18 minutes at an appropriately powerful charger. This fast charging speed is arguably more important than a few extra miles of range when it comes to true long-distance usability.

Interior: Quality Over Cutting-Edge

Step inside the e-tron GT quattro, and you are greeted by an interior that feels reassuringly Audi. For those who have grown tired of purely touchscreen interfaces, this cabin offers a delightful blend of premium materials, superb ergonomics, and tactile physical controls. The climate control, for instance, is managed by proper buttons and dials, a feature many drivers will appreciate for its ease of use on the move.

Material quality is exemplary, with a low-slung, sporty driving position that reminds you of the car's performance credentials. While some may find the digital displays (the 12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit and 10.1-inch MMI touchscreen) not quite as massive as those in newer rivals, the execution is spot-on. The graphics are crisp, the system is responsive, and the overall functionality is seamless, showing up the more complex haptic-only screens in some other Audi models.

Standard UK features include adaptive air suspension and a glass panoramic roof, which add a layer of luxury and comfort that undercuts the specification of a comparably priced Porsche Taycan.

However, the coupé roofline does have a trade-off in practicality. Rear headroom is tighter for taller passengers, and the 405-litre boot is modest for a car of this size (though supplemented by a small 77-litre 'frunk' for charging cables). It is a luxurious four-seater, but the fifth middle seat is best reserved for short trips.

Driving Dynamics: GT by Name, GT by Nature

The name 'Grand Tourer' is a lofty claim, but the 2025 GT quattro lives up to it beautifully. Sharing the J1 platform with the Taycan is a huge advantage, providing an incredibly rigid structure and a low centre of gravity.

The standard-fit adaptive air suspension is the real hero here. In Comfort mode, the GT quattro glides over UK roads with a serenity that belies its sporting prowess. It truly is a consummate cruiser, soaking up motorway miles with effortless calm. The changes to the regenerative braking mean that much of day-to-day driving can be done without touching the brake pedal, allowing for a more relaxed, energy-efficient cruise.

Switch to Dynamic, and the character changes instantly. The suspension firms up, the steering gains weight and precision, and the full power is on tap. The car feels planted and agile despite its considerable 2,355kg kerb weight. While it may not possess the absolute razor-sharpness of the very fastest Taycan models, the e-tron GT quattro offers a more accessible, slightly more laid-back driving experience that perfectly suits the long-distance, high-speed touring brief.

UK Pricing and The Competition

The 2025 Audi e-tron GT quattro starts at £88,555 (OTR), positioning it shrewdly in the premium electric saloon market. Its closest and most obvious rival is the Porsche Taycan, particularly the entry-level or 4S variants.

In a direct comparison, the GT quattro occupies a sweet spot, offering near-Taycan 4S performance with a superior claimed range and highly desirable standard features (like the air suspension and panoramic roof) for a very competitive price. It is arguably the best-value proposition in the e-tron GT line-up.

Other competitors include the Tesla Model S and the BMW i5, but neither can match the bespoke electric sports architecture (J1 platform) or the sheer kerb-side appeal of the Audi.

Final Verdict

The 2025 Audi e-tron GT quattro is not just a mild update; it's a significant improvement that addresses the only real chink in its armour: range. With its substantial battery boost and efficiency gains, it transforms from a high-performance electric saloon into a truly capable and desirable electric Grand Tourer.

It combines a timeless, breathtaking design with a high-quality, physical-button-equipped interior and a dynamic chassis that excels at both comfortable cruising and thrilling back-road blasts. For UK buyers seeking a luxury EV with exceptional performance, class-leading charging speed, and an impressive range, the 2025 Audi e-tron GT quattro is now, more than ever, the definitive electric choice from Ingolstadt. It is, quite simply, the best the e-tron GT has ever been.