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Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV Safety
NHTSA safety across every Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV model year we cover.
Across the 1 model year of the Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron BEV we cover (2026 to 2026), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2026 at 91 on the NHTSA Safety Index. No recalls are on record across those years.
The 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron has not been rated by NHTSA. As such, no crash-test results, recall data, or owner complaints are available to assess its safety performance. This model therefore does not receive a Safety Index score.
The 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron demonstrates a genuinely strong safety profile, marked by a perfect 5 out of 5 stars in side-impact protection. This result is significant, as side impacts are a leading cause of serious occupant injury. The vehicle earned a Safety Index of 91 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band among its peers. Frontal crash and rollover resistance scores are solid at 4 out of 5 stars each, indicating competent performance, though not matching the side-impact's top rating. Notably, the 2026 model year presents with a clean record for recalls and owner complaints. The absence of recalls is particularly noteworthy for a vehicle on a relatively recent dedicated EV platform. While the lack of owner complaints is encouraging, consumers should recognize that complaint data for a new model typically accumulates as more vehicles enter service. Overall, the Q4 Sportback E-Tron posts an impressive safety scorecard for 2026, anchored by its exceptional side-crash performance and a clear recall history.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally praise the Q4 Sportback E-Tron for its upscale cabin materials, composed and composed ride quality, and intuitive infotainment presentation. The fastback roofline earns consistent admiration for its visual appeal, though some note it trims rear headroom versus the standard Q4 E-Tron. Overall, professional assessments position it as a well-rounded, premium-feeling compact electric SUV that delivers strong value within the Audi lineup.
- The 2026 Q4 Sportback E-Tron earned an NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band - one of the stronger results you will find in the premium electric compact SUV segment.
- Its 5-out-of-5 NHTSA side-crash rating is a standout result. Side impacts are a leading cause of serious injury in real-world crashes, so this score carries meaningful weight for occupant protection.
- The frontal and rollover ratings both came in at 4 out of 5. These are above-average scores and not a concern in isolation, but buyers cross-shopping rivals with five-star frontal results should factor that difference into their decision.
- As of our 2026 coverage, this model has zero NHTSA recalls and zero owner complaints on file. That is a clean starting record, but the model is early in its production run - check back at NHTSA.gov periodically as real-world ownership data continues to accumulate.