Electric mobility comes to the fore where the everyday meets long distances. On a trip from central Munich to the foothills of the Bavarian Alps, the Audi Q4 e-tron demonstrates on how many levels a modern electric SUV fulfills these requirements—inside and outside city limits as well as on twisty roads all the way to the Tegernsee lake and back.
An early morning in downtown Munich around 5 a.m., long before the morning rush begins, the Audi Q4 e-tron is ready for a trip into the scenic foothills of the Bavarian Alps.
Herman Verbeek, product specialist at Audi, and his team set off in the heart of Bavaria’s capital, between Marienplatz and Frauenkirche. Their luggage and equipment are quickly stowed in the SUV’s capacious trunk. The journey begins with a voice command: “Hey Audi, take us to Tegernsee.”
The Audi Assistant responds instantly and starts navigation. Around 200 kilometers long, the route begins in urban surroundings before following rural roads into the foothills of the Alps and continuing along twisty roads near Tegernsee.
Interior Comfort and Organization
The interior makes its strengths known from the very first kilometers. The sports seats offer great support; everything is neatly ordered and logically arranged. Herman Verbeek, product specialist at Audi Sales and Marketing, stated you instantly feel good after getting in. There are no distractions and everything is right where you need it.
As traffic increases while the car makes its way out of downtown Munich, its systems handle some of the driving tasks. The navigation system finds a path through various driving situations; assistance systems help manage distances and lane keeping.
Stop-and-go traffic becomes stress-free. The SONOS sound system fills the cabin with music. Storage in the doors, center console, and underneath the armrests totals 24 liters—enough space for water bottles, pocket umbrellas, and other everyday items. Dual charging pads mean two phones can be charged side by side.
Range Confidence on Rural Roads
A short while later, the road south widens near Erding and the city disappears in the rear-view mirror. Outside city limits, traffic flows more freely and the landscape opens.
Sweeping curves appear on both the large panoramic display and the road, leading past beautiful lakes and picturesque villages. The display also shows the range, but it never becomes top of mind. Verbeek stated you don’t spend the whole time thinking about charging.
The upgraded Q4 e-tron once again boasts an increased maximum range—up to 592 km for the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron performance. Verbeek added the car gives you the confidence to drive without restrictions.
The electric powertrain shows one of its strengths at constant speed on rural roads, with electricity consumption remaining low, much lower than at highway speed. Efficient driving becomes an intuitive part of the experience.
Bidirectional Charging as Mobile Power
Verbeek and his team head toward an overlook above a valley in Rosenheim for fresh air and scenery. This is where the Q4 e-tron shows one of its key strengths—bidirectional charging makes it a mobile power source.
The car provides electricity to a small coffeemaker and a cooler stocked with drinks via a socket in the trunk or the charging port outside. Electric mobility stops being a concept and becomes a practical part of everyday life. Verbeek described it as a real bonus, especially on the road.
Dynamic Performance on Mountain Roads
The group continues their travels. Beyond Brannenburg, the trip’s character changes dramatically. The car leaves the relaxing roads and climbs the mountainous terrain near Sudelfeldstraße. The driver intentionally picked the route to experience the SUV’s dynamic character.
Precise turn-in, high stability in corners, and strong acceleration on exit—delivering up to 250 kW and completing the 0 to 100 km/h dash in 5.4 seconds—the Audi Q4 e-tron offers a confident and safe driving feel on challenging roads.
The itinerary’s variety reveals how many different sides the car has: efficient cruising at constant speed or dynamic driving on twisty roads. Verbeek noted the drive is still relaxing after a few hours.
Arrival and Lasting Impression
Tegernsee, 9 a.m.—Verbeek stated they just arrived and don’t feel tired at all. The lasting impression is of a car that fits seamlessly into any routine. Verbeek mused the Q4 e-tron doesn’t intrude, it just supports where it makes sense. On this trip, the upgraded Audi model showed how the driving experience, everyday usability, and new functionality harmonize intuitively.