Hot on the heels of the 2025 Porsche Taycan's debut, Audi is previewing its version of the updated electric sedan. Much like there's now a Taycan Turbo GT, the Four Rings are putting the finishing touches on a new flagship. It's called the RS E-Tron GT Performance to echo gasoline models such as the RS6 and RS7 Performance versions.
Before the debut of the facelifted model, Audi showed a prototype, previewing the mild exterior tweaks. The Audi e-tron GT prototype shown in the official photos doesn’t wear any kind of camouflage, with the fancy livery being the only thing that differentiates it from the final production model. The EV looks instantly recognizable, but a closer look reveals a few changes over the current RS e-tron GT. The front bumper sports revised intakes and a slightly different grille cover, while the tail features a redesigned diffuser. Finally, the model rides on a new set of aero-optimized alloy wheels, finished in black.
It won’t be as hardcore as the model from Zuffenhausen, much like the current RS E-Tron GT isn't as intense as the Taycan Turbo S. Nevertheless, there will be a power boost over the 637 hp and 612 lb-ft offered by the outgoing range-topper. Audi remains coy on details (this is a teaser after all) but it's sharing images of a camouflaged car with ceramic brakes lurking from behind those aero wheels. The revamped front and rear motors are unlikely to match the 938-hp grunt of the Taycan Turbo S, let alone the immense 1,019 hp of the fierce Turbo GT.
Some trims might also get the larger-capacity 105 kWh battery pack offering a greater range compared to the existing 93.4 kWh unit. Judging from the recently updated Porsche Taycan, the Audi e-tron GT will come fitted with more powerful electric motors, and offer a faster charging rate of up to 320 kWh instead of 270 kWh.
Another highlight is a new active suspension system with hydraulic actuators – similar to the Porsche Active Ride. This will allow Audi engineers to further enhance the comfort driving dynamics of the electric model. Jaan Mattes Reiling, Technical Project Manager of the Audi e-tron GT said: “the improved suspension system introduces new adjustment capabilities for the driver”, hinting at a wider spectrum of drive modes and settings.
Audi intends to unveil the 2025 E-Tron GT later this year. There will be updates across the range since the lesser models positioned below the RS and RS Performance will be tweaked as well. Audi didn’t give us a date for the debut of the updated e-tron GT family which is expected sometime in the coming weeks / months. Until then, you can check out the prototype in the official gallery below.
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