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Audi · Full-Size SUV · 2018–2025

Audi e-tron GE

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
3.0 / 5.0 · Based on 3 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

503 PS

Elektromotor Triple Elektro

Sport SUV with real bite

Fun to Drive!

Engine Overview

The Audi e-tron GE is available with 3 engine variants — from 313 to 503 hp.

e-tron 50 · Elektro· 313 PS
2019 2023
Be Careful 5 weaknesses
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e-tron 55 · Elektro· 408 PS
2018 2023
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
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e-tron S · Elektro· 503 PS
2020 2023
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
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The Audi e-tron 50 (Elektro, 313 PS) has the Audi-EM-230 (Elektromotor Dual) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.

The Audi e-tron 55 (Elektro, 408 PS) has the Audi-EM-300 (Elektromotor Dual) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

The Audi e-tron S (Elektro, 503 PS) has the Audi-EM-370 (Elektromotor Triple) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
✖High-Voltage Battery Fire Risk — Recall

Recall for production years 2018–2022: technical deviations in certain LG energy cells can cause voltage drop and thermal overload. Fire risk. KBA ref.: 013462.

Symptoms: No typical driver warning before a thermal event; warning messages may appear
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 Low
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Average
104 complaints · 2018–2025
Electrical
50 ⚠ 1
Other
25 ⚠ 2
Powertrain
17 ⚠ 1
Fuel System
15
Engine
14

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Electrical (50 complaints)
⚠ Other (25 complaints)
⚠ Powertrain (17 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 23 weaknesses have been documented for the Audi e-tron GE (2018–2025) — 17 engine-related and 6 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Other, Cooling, Electronics, Brakes.

e-tron (Audi-EM-300, 2018–2023) — Be Careful: Recall: Voltage Losses in Battery Cell Modules, Recall: Brake Servo Defective, Coolant Ingress into Rear Motor (Seal Failure). Power: 408 PS.

e-tron (Audi-EM-230, 2019–2023) — Be Careful: Recall: Moisture Ingress into HV Battery (Fire Risk), Recall: Voltage Losses in Battery Cell Modules (LG E61V), MMI Crashes, Blue Screen and System Failures. Power: 313 PS.

e-tron (Audi-EM-370, 2020–2023) — Be Careful: Recall: Voltage Losses in Battery Cell Modules, Coolant Leak — Front Motor of e-tron, MMI System Crashes and Infotainment Faults. Power: 503 PS.

What to watch out for with the Audi e-tron? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Audi e-tron GE have? +
The Audi e-tron GE has 17 known engine weaknesses and 6 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Audi e-tron GE? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: Audi-EM-230 (Elektromotor Dual), Audi-EM-300 (Elektromotor Dual), Audi-EM-370 (Elektromotor Triple). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the Audi-EM-370 (Elektromotor Triple).
Which Audi e-tron GE engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Audi e-tron GE — rated: "Fun to Drive!". {description} 503 hp in an SUV body — sporty chassis and direct response lift it above the everyday SUV.
Is the Audi e-tron GE worth buying used? +
The Audi e-tron GE requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Audi e-tron GE? +
The Audi e-tron GE is available with engine variants from 313 to 503 hp.

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee