Used Audi e-tron (2019–23) buying guide
A used Audi e-tron (2019–23) typically costs $34,100–$70,800 (2020–2022 cars, November 2026). It has 3 recalls in Australia, 2 of them serious (fire risk or loss of power), all with a free fix. Battery warranty: 8 yrs / 160,000 km. Here's what to pay, what goes wrong and what to check.
Photo: Johannes Maximilian, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. May show an overseas version or a related model.
Is this used Audi e-tron (2019–23) a fair price?
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Used Audi e-tron (2019–23) prices by year
Typical November 2026 prices. Each range spans the versions sold that year, from the base model to the top one; kilometres and condition move a car within it.
2019–23 (e-tron 55)
436 km range (claimed), 150 kW fast charging (CCS2). e-tron 50: 71 kWh, about 340 km, 120 kW. Renamed Q8 e-tron in 2023.
- 2022$47,900–$70,800About 4 years of battery warranty left
- 2021$41,000–$62,600 (estimate)About 3 years of battery warranty left
- 2020$34,100–$54,500About 2 years of battery warranty left
Warranty left is counted from the year the car was first sold, so check the exact date it was first registered.
Audi e-tron (2019–23) recalls in Australia (3)
Every recall has a free fix at a dealer, so a recall doesn't rule a car out. Make sure each one was done: ask for the paperwork or enter the VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.
- Fire risk Battery fault can overheat above 80% charge (fire risk). Inspection; charge to 80% until fixed. (2018–22, REC-005926)
- Fire risk Possibly faulty battery cell modules can short and overheat (fire risk). Software update; charge to 80% meanwhile. (2020–24, REC-005977)
- Safety Brake part fault can stop ABS and stability control working in hard braking. (2019–21, REC-004952)
Battery and warranty
8 yrs / 160,000 km. The warranty runs from when the car was first sold, so a 2020 car has about 2 years left and a 2022 car about 4 years left. Ask for a battery health (state of health) report before you buy: how to check the battery, including independent tests from about $200. If it ever needs one: what a new battery costs.
Running costs
At 250 km a week with NSW prices, a 2019–23 (e-tron 55) Audi e-tron (2019–23) costs about $22 a week charged mostly at home, or $40 on public fast chargers.
Checklist for a used Audi e-tron (2019–23)
- Make sure both battery recalls were done.
- Heavy car: check tyre and brake wear.
- Do a PPSR check for finance owing or a written-off history.
- Check the charging cables come with it, and take our used EV checklist.
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Common questions
How much is a used Audi e-tron (2019–23) in Australia?
Typically $34,100–$70,800 for 2020–2022 cars (November 2026), depending on the year, version, kilometres and condition.
Does the Audi e-tron (2019–23) have any recalls?
Yes, 3 in Australia, including 2 serious ones (fire risk or loss of power). All have a free fix. Check the VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au to make sure they were done.
What is the battery warranty on a used Audi e-tron (2019–23)?
8 yrs / 160,000 km. It transfers to the next owner and runs from when the car was first sold, so check how much is left.
Is a used Audi e-tron (2019–23) a good buy?
It's worth a look if the recalls were done and the price is right. We didn't find a pattern of common faults. It makes most sense if you can charge at home.
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How we work it out, and our sources
Weekly cost = the car's energy use × 250 km × your electricity or fuel price, with 90% of charging at home. Prices are list prices at October 2026; check with the dealer.
- Electricity: 2026–27 default rates (AER, Victorian Default Offer, state retailers). Public charging: Sydney network prices, July 2026.
- Petrol and diesel: ACCC capital-city averages, 21 October 2026.
- Cars: maker figures via CarExpert, Drive, CarsGuide and EV Central. Plug-in electric range is taken as 80% of the claim.
- Servicing: published capped prices; marked as an estimate where not yet published (CarExpert comparison).
- Tyres: an EV set lasts about 35,000 km, a petrol or hybrid set 50,000 km (RACV); prices from Gridly.
- Home charger: about $2,000 installed ($1,000–$3,000). Novated leases: PwC summary.
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