NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron is a sleek, fastback-roofed electric compact SUV slotting into the increasingly competitive premium EV crossover segment. Aimed at tech-forward buyers who want Audi refinement with zero-emission credentials, it competes against vehicles like the BMW iX3 and Genesis GV60. The Sportback variant adds a coupe-like silhouette that distinguishes it from the standard Q4 E-Tron's more upright profile.
The 2022 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 1 recall on record, reflected in the score.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally regard the Q4 Sportback E-Tron as one of the more polished and driver-focused entries in the premium compact EV crossover class, praising its interior quality and composed driving character. Most note that the Sportback roofline trades some rear headroom for styling, and opinions on its value relative to non-luxury EV alternatives tend to be mixed.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16571
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)25V120000
Risk: Failure to display the gear position may result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not engaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the brake control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 14, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97H3. Audi's number for this recall is 454R.
Reported 2025-02-27
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.