Audi Q4 e-tron Running Costs UK 2026
45 quattro (77kWh)
Last updated: July 2026
Cost per mile
7.9p
home 26.1p/kWh
Annual (10k mi)
£1112
80% home
Real-world range
255 mi
WLTP: 326 mi
Peak DC charge
170kW
CCS
The Audi Q4 e-tron shares its MEB platform with the VW ID.4 and Skoda Enyaq, but brings Audi's interior quality and brand cachet. The augmented reality head-up display and rotary climate controls give it a distinctly premium feel, even if the underlying running gear is shared. The 45 quattro AWD variant adds a second motor and all-wheel drive.
Running costs: Audi Q4 e-tron
At 3.3 miles per kWh — similar to the ID.4 it shares a platform with — the Q4 e-tron costs around 7.9p per mile on the current home tariff. The Audi Q5 45 TFSI at 33 MPG costs approximately 21.1p per mile at July 2026 prices. The annual saving at 10,000 miles approaches £1,320. The Q4 e-tron is actually cheaper to buy than the equivalent Q5 in several configurations, making the running cost saving immediately additive to purchase savings.
| Annual mileage | 100% home (26.1p) | 80% home / 20% public | 50/50 split |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8,000 miles | £633 | £889 | £1274 |
| 10,000 miles | £791 | £1112 | £1592 |
| 12,000 miles | £949 | £1334 | £1911 |
| 15,000 miles | £1186 | £1667 | £2389 |
| 20,000 miles | £1582 | £2223 | £3185 |
Public charging rate: 79p/kWh. Costs calculated on real-world efficiency of 3.3 mi/kWh.
Charging
170kW peak DC charging. Identical charging infrastructure to the ID.4 — not surprising given the shared platform. The larger 77kWh battery charges at the same peak rate but takes longer to reach 80% than smaller-battery competitors.
Battery capacity
76.6 kWh
Peak DC charge
170kW
Charge port
CCS (DC) / Type 2 (AC)
Efficiency
3.3 mi/kWh
Key fact
The Q4 e-tron is cheaper to buy than the petrol Q5 in comparable spec — meaning there's no purchase premium to recoup through fuel savings.
Who is the Q4 e-tron best suited for?
Best for
- ✓Audi brand preference for compact SUV
- ✓Comparing against Audi Q5, BMW X3, Mercedes GLC
- ✓Premium interior priorities with lower running costs
Less ideal for
- !Maximum efficiency buyers (the Ioniq 5 and EV6 are more efficient)
- !Those wanting the fastest DC charging in class
- !Anyone comparing solely on value — the ID.4 provides similar running costs at lower price
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the Audi Q4 e-tron cost per mile in the UK?
At a standard home tariff of 26.1p/kWh (the Ofgem price cap rate for July–September 2026), the Audi Q4 e-tron costs approximately 7.9p per mile. On an overnight EV tariff at 7p/kWh, this drops to 2.1p per mile.
What is the real-world range of the Audi Q4 e-tron?
The Audi Q4 e-tron has a real-world range of approximately 255 miles in typical UK mixed driving conditions. The official WLTP figure is 326 miles, which is measured under standardised test conditions and is typically higher than real-world performance.
How fast does the Audi Q4 e-tron charge?
The Audi Q4 e-tron supports up to 170kW DC fast charging via CCS (DC) / Type 2 (AC). AC home charging is also supported. The charge time from 10–80% varies depending on the available charger speed.
How much does it cost to run a Audi Q4 e-tron per year in the UK?
At 10,000 miles per year and 80% home charging (26.1p/kWh) with 20% public charging (79p/kWh), the Audi Q4 e-tron costs approximately £1112 per year in electricity.