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NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron Bev

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

0Recalls
0Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE AUDI Q4 SPORTBACK E-TRON BEV

The 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron is a sleek, fastback-roofed electric compact SUV positioned squarely at premium EV buyers who want German refinement without stepping up to a full luxury price tier. With its coupe-like silhouette and all-electric powertrain, it competes in one of the most contested segments in the market right now, targeting style-conscious commuters and tech-forward families alike.

VERDICT

The 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback 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.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers 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.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 11.3%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 21015

Index breakdown

Crash protection61/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record20/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron Bev at NHTSA as of 2026-07-03. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths

Rivals in SUV (2026)

Last verified 2026-07-03. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 21015), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron Bev 2026. Class rank 41 of 143 in SUV 2026. Methodology · Disclosure