New e-Tron GT Quattro EV review; Audi's answer to the Taycan and Tesla S Plaid

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Audi's new e-Tron GT Quattro real world review is their answer to the Porsche Taycan and Tesla S Plaid. In RS form (launching simultaneously) the e-Tron GT is the most powerful production Audi of any type yet. Looking incredibly close to the 2018 concept, the GT goes on sale shortly and is based around the same (codenamed J1) platform of Porsche's Taycan. Jonny has just two hours to test the GT on UK soil. Milton Keynes to be precise. And it's raining. Thanks for stopping by The Late Brake Show. Did you like this episode? Tell us. The e-Tron GT is built on same production line as R8 in the Audi Bollinger Hofe site in Neckarsulm. Production has a net zero carbon footprint, as uses 100% eco electricity, combined heat and power plant fired with biogas and recycles its plastic waste into fibres for 3d printing prototypes. Leather-free interior uses new material called Cascade, produced using recycled polyester fibres from plastic bottles and textiles. Dinamica replaces Alcantara, and too comprises recycled fibres. Carpet made from Econyl, a material comprising 100% recycled nylon fibres.Here's a run down of the specs: DRIVE MODES Efficiency - low suspension setting, front motor only, top speed 87mph Dynamic - suspension alert for changes, rear bias Quattro Comfort - default Individual - configurable steering, suspension and grip 9 paint colours available (Tactical Green new colour), Kemora grey metallic as tested BATTERY PACK 93.4 kWh battery (85.2 Kwh usable), 800v Liquid cooled (4 separate coolant circuits can interconnect and couple with A/C system) 33 modules, 12 pouch cells per module 30 modules in lower level, 3 modules on second floor under rear seat Charging and preheat/cool possible via myAudi app. MOTORS e-Tron GT front motor = 238PS (175kW) e-Tron GT rear motor = 435PS (320kW) RS e-Tron GT front motor = 238PS (175kW) RS e-Tron GT rear motor = 456PS (335kW) POWER & TORQUE PSM motors (permanently excited synchronous motors) e-Tron GT Quattro - 476PS / 350kW (530PS overboost) , 630Nm (464.7 lbft) RS e-Tron GT Quattro - 598PS (646PS overboost), 830Nm (612.2 lbft) QUATTRO system All-wheel drive engaged unless 'Efficiency' mode is selected, when fwd is prioritised. Rear motor can be activated during slippery surfaces 5 times faster than with a traditional mechanical Quattro drivetrain. Self locking centre diff. RS e-Tron GT features rear axle diff lock based on fully variable multi-plate clutch GT Vorsprung and all RS e-Tron GTs get rear-steering. BRAKING 2-stage paddle manual activated regen braking or set to automatic in the MMI (using sat nav) Off-throttle regen only activated in 'Dynamic' driving mode. e-Tron GT = steel discs RS e-Tron GT = cast iron discs with tungsten carbide coating and 10-piston calipers Carbon ceramic discs optional on RS CHARGING Up to 270Kw rapid DC charging (CCS). 5-80% in under 23 mins. 11kW onboard charging as standard - 9hrs full charge Optional 22kW onboard charging - 4.5hrs full charge WLTP RANGE -295 miles GT predicted (474km) -280 miles RS GT predicted (450km) Versions & Prices: e-Tron GT Quattro - £79,900 e-Tron GT Quattro Vorsprung - £106,000 RS e-Tron - £110,950 RS e-Tron GT Carbon Black £124,540 RS e-Tron GT Vorsprung £133,340 0-62 mph (0-100kmh) GT - 4.1 secs (with boost) RS - 3.3 secs (with boost) TOP SPEED 152.5mph (245kph) Weight 2285kg, 50:50 weight distribution SUSPENSION Double wishbone cast aluminium & electronic adaptive damping Optional adaptive 3-chamber air suspension (as tested) lowers car up to 22mm and 20mm increase over stock ride height. Aerodynamic (drag coefficent) e-Tron GT 0.24 Cd Taycan 0.22 Cd Tesla S Plaid 0.20 Cd BOOT SPACE rear / froot Taycan boot = 366L / 81L e-Tron GT boot = 405L / 81L Audi virtual cockpit plus = 12.3inch screen MMI touch central display = 10.1inch screen Dimensions e-Tron GT 4990mm long 2900mm wheelbase 1960mm wide 1410mm high Taycan dimensions 4963mm long 2900mm wheelbase 1966mm wide 1379mm high ****** Late Brake Show website: http://www.thelatebrakeshow.com ****** Merch now available: http://www.thelatebrakeshow.com/merch ****** Want to be a Late Brake Show Patreon? https://www.patreon.com/TheLateBrakeShow ****** Thank you for watching The Late Brake Show. If you haven't already, SUBSCRIBE for a broad-church of automotive appreciation spanning EV, classic, modified and future tech. ****** Filmed & edited by: Mark Hankins @ Ink Shark Studios Thumbnail by: Matt Tarrant Design https://matttarrantdesign.com ******* Jonny Smith aka CarPervert Creative content maker, car presenter & car pervert for hire since '98 Website: http://www.carpervert.comInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/jonnycarpervert Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/carpervert CHAPTERS 0:00 Intro 1:16 Design walkaround 2:00 Aerodynamics 3:23 Dynamic mode driving 4:10 Side profile like Fisker Karma? 5:22 Locking diff 6:05 Different drive modes 10:05 Launch control #audietron #etrongt #newaudirs #teslaplaid #porschetaycan