2023 Audi RS E-tron GT Electric

The RS e-Tron GT has a more power to steer faster than a regular model. It is now composed of standard 20-inch wheels with – an option to upgrade for the 21-inch. The RS GT gets sporty suspensions, ambient interior lighting, all-performance summer tires,three-zone automatic climate control, and leather seats with heated and ventilated functions.

Ahead of the features offered in the new RS e-tron GT, it gets options to upgrade-

The carbon Performance package for the RS variant

• Carbon fiber accents
• Animation for the headlights and tail lights
• Rear wheel steering
• Power steering plus
• HD Matrix LED headlights with Audi laser lights

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CARHP recommends shoppers to take the carbon-performance package if –.they want added features in their RS e-Tron GT. Otherwise, the vehicle delivers the best value as it offers elevated features and comfort. A 637-hp is more than enough to steer this EV sedan faster than many of its competitive rivals. It arrives also equipped with interior ambient lighting which is an option on the ordinary models.

Release Date

The 2023 Audi RS E-Tron GT has been released and is available for sale in your nearest dealerships.

The electric sedan offers good acceleration, but its MPGe figures are at par when compared with the key rivals in the segment. The RS e-Tron GT variant offers mileage figures like – 79 MPGe in the city, 82 MPGe when racing it on the highways and 81 MPGe combined. The Premium Plus and the Prestige models achieve the same mileage by offering a combined MPGe of 83 ( 81 MPGe in the city and 82 MPGe on the highways ). The regular models get an estimated range of 238 miles, while the range of the Audi RSe-Tron GT is 232 miles.

Looking at the range figures, the newest EQS 580 is the most battery-efficient sedan in the comparison. The Tesla Model S Plaid has the best MPGe figures. The Taycan GTS offers the lowest range figures, while the 2023 RS e-Tron GT has the lowest MPGe numbers.

The interior of the new e-Tron GT resembles the previous RS models of the Audi. Being an electric vehicle, it does not have such a futuristic cabin with it. The interior does look cool and offers a shiny piano black finish along with the carbon-fiber finish on the dashboard. Every button on the dash is easily accessible and offers proper functionality. Depending on the preference, the physical button of the steering and the climate control can play different roles, as some people prefer touch-sensitive controls. The infotainment screen is bright enough and has a good touch response. Being a car lower to the ground, it is not very convenient to easily get in and out. The driving position is nice, but the visibility out of the car is at par for average size adults.

The well-cushioned front seats are comfortable and supportive on long rides, but a taller person surely gonna lack headroom and legroom on the rear seats. The heated front seats get toasty easily when it is cold outside. Along with the heating function, the car gets massaging and ventilated seat features without any extra charge. Apart from the luxurious interior and impressive performance, the RS e-Tron GT also boasts practicality. Being an EV sedan, it offers a frunk to carry more cargo. The interior is quiet, but the RS version mutters a bit lovely when driving on the Dynamic mode.

The 2023 EQS is the most spacious electric sedan when talking about the front-row context. The 2023 S Plaid has a more airy cabin than the RS e-Tron GT. It also comes qualified with the highest cargo carrying space with it. The 2023 Porsche Taycan is the only 4-seater electric dean in the comparison.

Highlights of the interior features of the RS e-Tron GT–

• Heated front seats
• 10-way driver adjustable seat
• 10-way front passenger seat
• Power adjustable tilt and telescopic steering wheel
• Power rear windows
• Front cup holder
• Audi connect plus (6-month access)
• Rear cupholder
• Wireless charging pad
• Heads up display
• Front and rear center armrests
• Integrated navigation system
• Tracker system
• Day and night auto-dimming rearview mirrors
• Illuminated locking glove box
• Dual zone front automatic air conditioning
• Cruise control
• Remote release
• Keyless entry and push button start stop
• Front and rear map lights
• Cargo space lights
• Full floor console
• Power door locks with auto lock

 How intuitive is the 2023 Audi RS e-Tron GT infotainment system?

The infotainment screen in the 2023 e-Tron GT is intuitive. It is visually appealing and provides a good touch response. With decent brightness, it gets all the wanted tasks done, which are seen in an electric sedan. You get access to wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. The 10.1-inch infotainment touchscreen merges with the dash very nicely and is operated through the various controls mounted on the steering wheel. Supports voice recognition. The 16-speakers Bang and Olufson sound system produces premium sound quality. The physical control buttons on the dash are tactile and can be used without removing eyes from the road.

Highlights of the infotainment system—

• Audi connect care
• Audi connect plus
• Audi smartphone interface
• SiriusXM connect
• Speed compensated volume control
• Wireless charging pad
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity
• Voice activation
• 710w premium amplifier
• Streaming audio
• Digital signal processor
• HD Radio
• Voice activation
• Radio data system
• Real-time traffic display
• Window grid diversity antenna
• Bluetooth wireless phone connectivity

The exterior of the new e-Tron GT has made significant changes. The front fascia and the grille are now painted to match the body color of the car. The car looks stunning from the outside with its curvaceous design and a sleek roofline that merges with the rear part of the vehicle. The optional carbon-ceramic brakes stand apart with their identity on the wheels. The standard 20-inch wheels with summer tires look great and elevate their endurance. The new RS design language of the Audi brings out a new blacked-out grille that goes all the way to the front diffuser. The front LED headlights to have various senses and feel like dancing. Two charging ports on either side of the vehicle– one for the driver's side and the other for the passenger side. The carbon fiber finished outside mirrors match the color of the roofline. 

Functioning vents insert the air into the car and help in maintaining a low center of gravity. The dimensions of the car match the Porsche Taycan, but the Taycan has a more curvy rear portion. The rear portion of the RS e-Tron GT carries signature style connecting taillights with the Audi rings over that. It gets an RS badge 

The 2023 Mercedes EQS is the longest car in the comparison. The Taycan and the RS e-Tron GT are made on the same platform, but the Audi is a bit longer than the Porsche. The newest Model S is the lightest car on our list. 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS has the longest wheelbase. The Ground clearance of the Audi and the Porsche is not given, but an educated guess concludes that they have the same ground clearance as they are built on the same wheelbase. The 2023 EQS is the heaviest car among all, and it carries the highest ground clearance.

Highlights of the exterior design include–

• 20-inch wheels with aero module design
• Tire mobility kit
• Clearcoat paint
• Frank
• Body-colored front bumper
• Body-colored rear bumper
• Black side window trim
• Jody colored door handles
• Fixed rear windows 
• Light tinted glass
• Rain detecting variable intermittent wipers with heated jets
• Front windshield
• Power spoiler
• Auto on-off projector LED headlights
• Daytime running lights
• Front fog lamps 
• Cornering lights
• Adaptive auto high beams headlamps
• Perimeter approach light
• LED brake light
• Laminated glass

It comes with a variety of driver-assist features, such as adaptive cruise control and remote self-parking assist, which allows the driver to park the car with the help of a smartphone app. Autonomous emergency braking (AEB) is a safety system that can detect when a collision may occur and responds by autonomously applying the brakes to slow down a vehicle or prevent a collision before it occurs.

These features enhance the safety of the passenger-

• Adaptive cruise control with lane guidance
• Electronic stability control
• ABS and driveline traction control
• Dual stage driver and passengers airbags
• Side impact beams
• Audi connect care emergency Sos
• Front and rear parking sensors 
• Audi pre-sense 360
• Audi side assist blind spot’
• The aerial view camera system
• Collision mitigation front
• Evasion assist
• Tire-specific low tire pressure warning
• Airbag occupancy sensors
• Rear child safety locks
• Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts

2023 Audi RS e-Tron GT vs. 2023 Tesla Model S Plaid

With a lesser price tag, Tesla is highly infamous for the amount of power it delivers. It has almost double the power output as the Audi. The RS e-Tron GT is heavier than the Model S. With the Model S plaid, Tesla offers one of the fastest accelerations in an EV sedan. The MPGe and range figures of the Audi are far behind that of the Tesla. The interior of the Model S along with that steering wheel, feels like a spaceship, while the Audi has the same interior as many of its other sedans.

2023 Audi RS e-Tron GT vs. 2023 Porsche Taycan GTS

Made on the same platform, the Taycan GTS is more affordable than the RS e-Tron GT. The 2023 Audi RS GT offers more range figures, meanwhile, the Porsche has better MPGe figures. The Audi is slightly on the heavier side. The 2023 Porsche offers more room for the front passengers, while the Audi appears with a more top speed. The Porsche Taycan is a bit shorter in length. The proportions and dimensions of both cars are the same but the Porsche Taycan comes with a more curvaceous back.

2023 Audi RS e-Tron GT vs. 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580

The top model of the EQS is way more reachable than that of the e-Tron GT. The Audi RS e-Tron GT has more powerful brake calipers that result in lower braking distance. The 2023 EQS brings more length and ground clearance with it. The infotainment screen on the Audi is minimal, but the EQS brings along the biggest ever touchscreen covering the whole dashboard. The technology features of the Mercedes are exceptional and the amount of luxury it delivers is not seen in any car of the segment. The Audi RS e-Tron GT is lighter and a little faster. The EQS appears with an extended wheelbase.

The Audi RS e-Tron GT is a good option, but the price it carries along keeps it at par. It offers great acceleration, still a bit slower than many rivals. The braking system on this EV sedan is handsome. The second-row seats lack room for taller people, but the front seats are highly supportive and deliver an ample amount of comfort. If the shopper has a tight budget but wants more luxury then Mercedes Benz EQS is atop. If he is looking for more horsepower, the Tesla Model S plaid is there, as it offers a great blend of the minimal interior, but has way more range than the Audi.