Audi refreshes Q4 e-tron Sportback and unveils 2026 S5 Sportback

Audi has introduced a mid‑cycle facelift for its Q4 e-tron Sportback, the best‑selling electric model, adding a more sculpted roofline and updated front styling. The revised vehicle was test‑driven on the roads of Normandy, confirming its electric range and new design cues.

In parallel, Audi released details on the 2026 S5 Sportback, a gasoline‑powered lift‑back equipped with a 3.0‑liter turbo V6 delivering 362 hp and 406 lb‑ft of torque. Three trim levels are offered, with sticker prices ranging from US$63,300 to US$70,900 before destination charges. The S5 features Audi’s Quattro all‑wheel drive, a seven‑speed dual‑clutch gearbox, and fuel‑economy of 23 mpg combined. Reviewers compared it with rivals such as the BMW M440i Gran Coupe and Mercedes‑AMG C 43.