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By Craig Hale
If you’re wondering ‘does Audi have any hybrid cars?’, the answer is a resounding yes. Audi offers a wide range of hybrid models in the UK, from subtle mild hybrids to plug-in hybrids that can cover tens of miles from a single top-up.
As part of Audi’s ongoing electrification strategy, many combustion engines now feature mild hybrid tech to keep emissions low, while a number of models now feature the latest e-hybrid or TFSI e powertrains.
Audi uses two main types of hybrid systems – each works differently and has different impacts on your driving experience (and wallet), so it’s worth understanding which suits your needs best.
Mild hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs) use small batteries and a starter-generator to support the engine, rather than powering the car on its own.
In essence, it allows for a smoother stop/start operation and can add a small boost under acceleration. The very small electric motor can sometimes power the car at slow speeds, such as when parking.
You might also notice the car coasts the last few metres to a standstill with the engine off – this is normal and expected behaviour designed to shut the engine down when power is not demanded.
You’ll find mild hybrid systems in many Audi petrol and diesel models, including the A6 and Q5.
On the other end of the scale are Audi’s plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), which pair a much bigger, high-voltage battery with an electric motor.
For the most part, you’ll want to power that battery from an external source (charging at home, for example), but regenerative braking will top it up a bit when slowing down or braking, like self-charging hybrids.
With a full battery, you’ll be able to drive tens of miles without the engine ever turning on (depending on the model), which eradicates tailpipe emissions for short trips.
Earlier PHEV systems were called TFSI e, and newer models are badged e-hybrid, but they act exactly the same. They’re popular in the A3 and Q7.
There are plenty of plug-in hybrid Audis for sale if saving money on fuel sounds good to you. These include the Audi A5 e-hybrid, A6 e-hybrid, Q3 e-hybrid and Q5 e-hybrid.
Then, there are the A3 TFSI e, A8 TFSI e, Q7 TFSI e and Q8 TFSI e models.
Performance has you covered by the RS 5, which uses a twin-turbocharged 2.9-litre V6 and a PHEV system to produce 639hp.
Mild hybrid systems are available on some of the most higher-powered, and biggest, engines, to offset some of the emissions they produce.
These include the 2.0 TDI engine in the A5, A6 and Q5, the 2.0 TFSI engine in the Q5, the 3.0 TDI engine in the A8 and Q7, and the 3.0 TFSI engine in the S5, A8 and Q7.
Each model comes with its own e-hybrid or TFSI e plug-in hybrid system, so battery sizes vary, as do electric-only ranges.
As a guide, the A3 TFSI e can do a claimed 88 miles on battery power, the A5 e-hybrid can do 67 miles, the Q5 e-hybrid will do 62 miles and the Q7 TFSI e will do 51 miles.
Whether to pick a hybrid or not depends on the type of driving you’re doing. For long-distance driving, diesel can still provide superior fuel economy.
However, if your daily commute falls within a plug-in hybrid’s battery range, you’ll be able to top it up overnight and consistently complete your regular driving on battery power.
A plug-in hybrid Audi is a great option if you:
Whichever type of hybrid you end up going for, you’ll get benefits over petrol- or diesel-only cars, but PHEVs offer bigger advantages overall, including:
Yes, Audi’s e-tron range continues to grow with more electric models, with saloons and estates also available alongside SUVs and performance coupés.
Popular SUV options include the Q4 e-tron, Q6 e-tron and now-discontinued Q8 e-tron. You can also pick up saloon and estate versions of the A6 e-tron.
For all your performance needs, there are variations of the e-tron GT four-door coupé with as much as 925hp.
If you’re considering making the switch, we’re here to help you find the right hybrid car for you, whether it’s a mild hybrid or a plug-in hybrid.
Explore our selection of used Audi plug-in hybrids or take a look at our full range of used Audi cars if you want to see whether a mild hybrid option might be within budget.
By Craig Hale
If you’re wondering ‘does Audi have any hybrid cars?’, the answer is a resounding yes. Audi offers a wide range of hybrid models in the UK, from subtle mild hybrids to plug-in hybrids that can cover tens of miles from a single top-up.
As part of Audi’s ongoing electrification strategy, many combustion engines now feature mild hybrid tech to keep emissions low, while a number of models now feature the latest e-hybrid or TFSI e powertrains.
Audi uses two main types of hybrid systems – each works differently and has different impacts on your driving experience (and wallet), so it’s worth understanding which suits your needs best.
Mild hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs) use small batteries and a starter-generator to support the engine, rather than powering the car on its own.
In essence, it allows for a smoother stop/start operation and can add a small boost under acceleration. The very small electric motor can sometimes power the car at slow speeds, such as when parking.
You might also notice the car coasts the last few metres to a standstill with the engine off – this is normal and expected behaviour designed to shut the engine down when power is not demanded.
You’ll find mild hybrid systems in many Audi petrol and diesel models, including the A6 and Q5.
On the other end of the scale are Audi’s plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), which pair a much bigger, high-voltage battery with an electric motor.
For the most part, you’ll want to power that battery from an external source (charging at home, for example), but regenerative braking will top it up a bit when slowing down or braking, like self-charging hybrids.
With a full battery, you’ll be able to drive tens of miles without the engine ever turning on (depending on the model), which eradicates tailpipe emissions for short trips.
Earlier PHEV systems were called TFSI e, and newer models are badged e-hybrid, but they act exactly the same. They’re popular in the A3 and Q7.
There are plenty of plug-in hybrid Audis for sale if saving money on fuel sounds good to you. These include the Audi A5 e-hybrid, A6 e-hybrid, Q3 e-hybrid and Q5 e-hybrid.
Then, there are the A3 TFSI e, A8 TFSI e, Q7 TFSI e and Q8 TFSI e models.
Performance has you covered by the RS 5, which uses a twin-turbocharged 2.9-litre V6 and a PHEV system to produce 639hp.
Mild hybrid systems are available on some of the most higher-powered, and biggest, engines, to offset some of the emissions they produce.
These include the 2.0 TDI engine in the A5, A6 and Q5, the 2.0 TFSI engine in the Q5, the 3.0 TDI engine in the A8 and Q7, and the 3.0 TFSI engine in the S5, A8 and Q7.
Each model comes with its own e-hybrid or TFSI e plug-in hybrid system, so battery sizes vary, as do electric-only ranges.
As a guide, the A3 TFSI e can do a claimed 88 miles on battery power, the A5 e-hybrid can do 67 miles, the Q5 e-hybrid will do 62 miles and the Q7 TFSI e will do 51 miles.
Whether to pick a hybrid or not depends on the type of driving you’re doing. For long-distance driving, diesel can still provide superior fuel economy.
However, if your daily commute falls within a plug-in hybrid’s battery range, you’ll be able to top it up overnight and consistently complete your regular driving on battery power.
A plug-in hybrid Audi is a great option if you:
Whichever type of hybrid you end up going for, you’ll get benefits over petrol- or diesel-only cars, but PHEVs offer bigger advantages overall, including:
Yes, Audi’s e-tron range continues to grow with more electric models, with saloons and estates also available alongside SUVs and performance coupés.
Popular SUV options include the Q4 e-tron, Q6 e-tron and now-discontinued Q8 e-tron. You can also pick up saloon and estate versions of the A6 e-tron.
For all your performance needs, there are variations of the e-tron GT four-door coupé with as much as 925hp.
If you’re considering making the switch, we’re here to help you find the right hybrid car for you, whether it’s a mild hybrid or a plug-in hybrid.
Explore our selection of used Audi plug-in hybrids or take a look at our full range of used Audi cars if you want to see whether a mild hybrid option might be within budget.
