Quick Answer: 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron Premium
The Premium opens the Sportback e-tron lineup at $59,000 MSRP before the $1,395 destination charge, and it isn't a stripped-down entry point. Standard equipment includes leather seating, an 8-way power driver's seat, the 11.6-inch MMI touch display paired with the Audi virtual cockpit, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, the full S line exterior, 20-inch alloy wheels, and Audi's driver-assistance suite: pre sense front, side assist with pre sense rear, adaptive cruise assist, traffic-sign recognition, and standard high-beam assist. Underneath, it's mechanically identical to the $63,500 Premium Plus: the same 335-hp dual-motor setup, the same 82 kWh battery, the same 251-mile EPA range, and standard quattro. Audi Queens in Flushing stocks it now.
Total price, including every dealer-imposed charge: starting at $60,570 all in for the Q4 Sportback e-tron Premium — the $59,000 manufacturer’s suggested retail price plus the $1,395 destination charge and the $175 documentation fee (an optional dealer charge, not a New York State or DMV fee). It excludes state and local taxes, title, registration, and any optional equipment.
What's standard before you touch the options sheet
Audi didn't build the Premium to be walked past on the way to the nicer trim. Leather seating surfaces come standard, not the synthetic material some competitors reserve for the base grade, and the driver's seat is 8-way power-adjustable out of the box. The 11.6-inch MMI touchscreen and the Audi virtual cockpit handle the digital instrumentation, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connect a phone without a cable ever leaving a pocket, and the exterior carries the full S line treatment standard: sculpted front and rear styling, alu-optic detailing, and S line badging that on most brands would be a paid appearance package. Safety hardware isn't rationed either. Audi pre sense front, side assist with pre sense rear, adaptive cruise assist with lane guidance, traffic-sign recognition, and high-beam assist all come with the base car, the same suite that shows up on the pricier trim.
Two details matter more in this borough than the spec sheet lets on. The 20-inch graphite-gray wheels standard on the Premium look sharp, though anyone who's watched a pothole season unfold on the Grand Central knows a taller sidewall rides a little kinder; it's worth asking about wheel options if ride comfort outranks looks. And the dual electric motors mean quattro all-wheel drive comes standard here too, not as a step-up feature, so a February morning with black ice on a side street off Northern Blvd is covered no matter which trim you choose.
What the Premium Plus adds, and whether it's worth $4,500
Stepping up to the Premium Plus buys a surround-view camera, advanced park assist, and the Sonos sound system, all newly standard on that trim for 2026, plus access to the optional Vision package (matrix-design LED headlights, an augmented reality head-up display, and headlight washers), the Black optic plus package, and the Sport package. None of it touches the drivetrain: horsepower, range, and 0-60 time are identical between the two trims. If parallel parking on a tight block in Jackson Heights is a daily occurrence, the surround-view camera earns its keep quickly. If your listening habits run more podcast than concert hall and your parking situation is a driveway rather than a curb, the Premium's standard equipment already covers the essentials, and the savings buy a meaningful head start on New York's sales tax and DMV fees.
Who lands on the Premium
The Premium's cabin, leather and the 11.6-inch MMI display included at $59,000.
First-time Audi buyers moving from a gas-powered SUV, EV-curious shoppers who want a straightforward transition rather than a science project, and lease customers chasing the lowest monthly on the Sportback e-tron badge tend to land here. One recent Premium-eligible lessee described exactly that kind of low-friction experience: he liked that "I was able to have the initial discussions online and wasn't hassled to come in or purchase any extra products/services," adding, "Shoutout to Patricia, she was super helpful throughout the entire process!" (Ratik D.). That's the Premium's whole pitch in one review: a fully-equipped EV without a negotiation marathon.
Frequently asked questions
What does the 2026 Q4 Sportback e-tron Premium cost?
MSRP is $59,000, plus the $1,395 destination charge, before New York's 8.875% sales tax for city residents and DMV fees. The pricing & leasing guide covers the full out-the-door math, and current offers are on the specials page.
Is quattro standard on the base Premium trim?
Yes, and it's not an EV afterthought. The dual-motor layout that gives the Q4 Sportback e-tron its all-wheel drive is the same setup used on the Premium Plus, so there's no lesser drivetrain to settle for by choosing the entry trim.
Does the Premium feel like a base model inside?
No. Leather seating, the 11.6-inch MMI display, the Audi virtual cockpit, and the full driver-assistance suite are all standard, not add-ons. What separates the trims is mostly camera hardware, audio branding, and the optional Vision, Black optic plus, and Sport packages, not cabin architecture.
What's the range on a Premium versus a Premium Plus?
Identical: 251 miles EPA-rated combined on both trims, since the battery and motors don't change between them. Wheel selection through the optional packages can shift real-world range slightly, but the printed rating is the same car underneath.
Is maintenance included?
Yes, every 2026 model carries Audi Signature Care, covering scheduled maintenance for 3 years or 30,000 miles. The service & repair guide explains what an EV's maintenance schedule actually looks like day to day.
Where can I test drive one?
At Audi Queens on College Point Blvd in Flushing. Check live inventory, then book a time, and drive the Premium back to back with a Premium Plus to feel out the camera and audio differences firsthand.
The bottom line
The Premium isn't a compromise version of this car; it's the same drivetrain, the same range, and most of the cabin the Premium Plus offers, at $4,500 less before options. Add the Vision package's headlight tech or the extra camera coverage if either solves a real problem you have, and otherwise let the standard equipment do the work it was built to do.
All 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron guides
Manufacturer’s suggested retail price excludes the $1,395 destination charge and the $175 documentation fee (an optional dealer charge, not a New York State or DMV fee), along with taxes, title, registration, and options; the dealer sets the actual selling price. EPA range figures are official ratings for the 2026 Audi Q4 Sportback 55 e-tron quattro configuration; real-world range varies with temperature, driving style, and wheel selection. Equipment, packages, and availability can change with configuration and production timing; confirm current specs with Audi Queens. Audi Signature Care terms per Audi of America's published program for MY2026 vehicles. Customer quotes are excerpts from public Google reviews of Audi Queens.