• Similar to the E-Tron SUV
• But with standard sport seats
• And more leather on the dash

How is the quality and layout?

The inside of the Audi E-Tron Sportback features exactly the kind of precise fit and finish that we’ve come to expect from the German manufacturer – and from the E-Tron SUV in fact, which is virtually identical.

There are no gaps between the different surfaces and everything clicks or rotates with a hefty, substantial feel. Audi really is top of the interior quality game at the moment and it feels like it’s stepped this up even further with its electric models.

However, there are some key differences in this sportier model over the SUV, not least the standard S-embossed sports seats in soft Valcona leather, which also extends to the upper dashboard, armrest and the lower centre console.

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Infotainment and tech

Shared with the SUV (and a host of other luxury Audi models beyond) is the twin-screen MMI Touch system. The lower 8.6-inch display takes care of the climate control, and also provides space for a keyboard when entering information into the sat nav, which uses the 10.1-inch upper screen.

Below your left elbow is a huge box for storage (where elements of the drivetrain would normally sit) and a wireless phone charger, which holds your device in place vertically with a spring loaded clip so it doesn’t rattle around.

The centrepiece (for the driver at least) is the 12.3-inch digital dial display that Audi calls Virtual Cockpit – this shows everything you need on one screen, including speed and range, navigation instructions and multimedia info. Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus is standard on Launch Edition and Vorsprung models and features a reduced display centred around a power meter.

Comfort

• Excellent front seats
• Rear room is impressive
• Lots of room and adjustment

The driving position is good, with so much adjustment that all shapes and sizes are catered for witout any issues. As is usual with Audis, the E-Tron’s seats are firm to the point of being too hard. But that take it on a longer run and they never become uncomfortable due to how supportive they are. All versaions get the same design of seats, with a variety of coverings.