NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2026 Audi Q4 E-Tron Bev
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The 2026 Audi Q4 E-Tron is a fully electric compact luxury SUV targeting buyers who want premium refinement alongside zero-emission driving. Positioned against rivals like the BMW iX1 and Mercedes EQB, it occupies a sweet spot in the growing luxury EV segment, offering Audi's signature interior quality and all-wheel-drive capability in a practical, family-friendly package.
The 2026 Audi Q4 E-Tron Bev earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally praise the Q4 E-Tron for its polished, upscale cabin materials and composed, refined driving dynamics that feel distinctly Audi in character. Most find the ride comfort well-suited to daily commuting and longer trips alike. Some critics note that the infotainment layout requires a learning curve, but overall the consensus positions it as one of the more premium-feeling entries in the compact electric SUV space.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 21013
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.