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Miami Herald
08-05-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Audi Launches Killer Q4 e-tron Lease Offer
Since its introduction, the Audi Q4 e-tron has offered a refined entry point into the luxury electric SUV world. Based on the Volkswagen Group's MEB electric vehicle platform, it shares bones with the Volkswagen ID.4 but brings a more premium look and feel, especially in its latest form. For 2025, the rear-wheel drive Q4 receives a significant hardware update, including a rear motor redesign that delivers better efficiency and an additional 81 horsepower, up to 282 hp. Meanwhile, Audi says the dual-motor Q4 55 e-tron quattro delivers 335 horsepower and can now sprint to 60 mph in just 5.0 seconds. For city commuters or young families looking for a practical but upscale EV, the Q4 e-tron makes a strong case. And with new lease offers rolling out across the country, Audi hopes it will become an even more compelling option for buyers who've been on the fence. Audi is now offering competitive lease deals on single- and dual-motor configurations of the 2025 Q4 e-tron, though pricing varies significantly by region. California drivers, for instance, can lease the Q4 for 36 months at $499 per month with $3,999 due at signing. That works out to $610 per month over the course of the lease, not bad considering the vehicle's recent powertrain improvements and luxury credentials. In the New York City area, customers are only able to lease the dual-motor spec of the Q4 e-tron. New Yorkers will pay the same $499 a month, plus a $3,175 down payment. That works out to an effective monthly cost of $631. Down in Atlanta, Audi is offering the same 24-month lease for $485 per month with $3,999 down, for a $650 monthly cost. If that's a little rich, Atlanta-area customers can also lease the single-motor Q4 e-tron for as little as $397 a month for 24 months. Including a $3,299 down payment, that comes out to an effective monthly cost of $530. Check your local pricing here. For 2025, the Q4 e-tron lineup includes rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive variants, with the latter carrying the "55 quattro" badge. All versions now benefit from a reengineered rear motor that delivers better performance and improved energy efficiency. EPA range estimates vary depending on trim and wheel size, but the single-motor Q4 45 e-tron model delivers 288 miles of range on a full charge, according to EPA estimates. Charging is quick, too - especially with the updates. Audi says the Q4 can now charge from 10 to 80 percent in about 28 minutes using a DC fast charger, thanks to a peak rate of 175 kW. At home, a Level 2 charger can refill the battery in about 9 hours. Standard equipment includes Audi's latest MMI infotainment system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, heated seats, and Audi's Virtual Cockpit digital instrument cluster. The Q4 also includes a full suite of driver-assistance features, such as lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, and forward collision warning. The Q4 e-tron is still a relatively new face in the luxury EV world, but Audi is giving it the right updates - and lease pricing - to stay relevant. With a notable power boost and smarter lease incentives, the Q4 now makes a stronger case than ever. If you live in a region like California or Atlanta, the current lease terms are especially tempting. Audi's current lease deals on the Q4 e-tron are set to run through June 2, 2025, so anyone considering a new electric luxury SUV might want to start browsing local inventory sooner rather than later. *Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. The information presented herein is based on manufacturer-provided lease offer information, which is subject to frequent change and may vary based on location, creditworthiness, and other factors. We are not a party to any lease agreements and assume no liability for the terms, conditions, availability, or accuracy of any lease offers mentioned. All terms, including but not limited to pricing, mileage allowances, and residual values, require direct verification with an authorized local OEM dealership. This article does not constitute financial advice or an endorsement of any particular lease or vehicle. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
NZ Autocar
25-04-2025
- Automotive
- NZ Autocar
Mazda CX-6e SUV is rear-drive hybrid or EV
The EZ-60 SUV from Mazda debuted at the Shanghai show. A rakish mid-size SUV, it will be available with a choice of plug-in hybrid or pure-electric power. That gives it an advantage over the likes of Tesla Model Y, Audi Q4 e-tron and Skoda Enyaq. Likely as not it will be CX-6e outside of China, with naming similar to the 6e sedan with which it shares many mechanicals. The EZ-60 is a Mazda-Changan joint venture project, like the 6e. The look is aggressive, low and wide, with large wheels and a small glasshouse. Its Mazda-typical grille features a 3D lighting surround. The grille has a small vent that funnels air into a wing in the bonnet, aiding aero. Thin daytime running lights are set up high, with the main lighting coming from below. There are drag-reducing cameras instead of mirrors, and a hollow rear pillar that also improves airflow. At the back is a raked screen and there are two aero devices beside the screen's glass edge. A Mazda logo replaces the usual winged badge. The EX-60 is a five seater that measures 4850mm long with a wheelbase of 2902mm. It is 1935mm wide and 1620mm tall so is bigger than Mazda CX-5 and Mazda CX-60 SUVs. Inside is a huge 26.45-inch 5K screen while all the key driver information comes via a 3D head-up display. The dashboard is a button-free zone but the 'smart cabin' can be operated by voice, touch or gesture. A 23-speaker 3D sound system has headrest speakers so front seat occupants can listen to different music. The electric EZ-60 has a range of almost 600km per charge, while the PHEV can manage 1000km, though these are not WLTP figures. Read our Mazda CX-6e preview here. Weight balance is evidently 50:50 for the PHEV, 47:53 for the EV. All independent suspension (Mac strut front, multilink rear) features adaptive dampers. Likely as not the EZ-60 employs the 6e's EPA1 platform. Pricing should undercut that of the Tesla Model Y, at least in the UK. Other technical aspects, like battery size and PHEV components are unknown. It is unclear whether CX-6e is coming here but given Mazda says it will be a global vehicle, like the 6e saloon, both are distinct possibilities.
