Autoblog and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article.MSRP: $170,500Use the table of contents to jump to a sectionOverviewThe 2027 Audi RS e-tron GT Performance luxury electric sedan is the sole e-tron GT trim left this year, and at over $170K, it competes with upper-crust electric rivals like the Porsche Taycan Turbo and Tesla Model S Plaid. Firepower comes from dual electric motors with a combined 912 hp, with Quattro AWD ensuring a 2.4-second sprint to 60 MPH, while 320-kW DC fast charging can fill the 105-kWh battery from 10-80% in less than 20 minutes. Adaptive air suspension, carbon-ceramic brakes, and a carbon-fiber roof are standard.2027 Audi RS e-tron GT Performance in Ascari BlueAudi configuratorWhat's New for 2027The 2027 RS e-tron GT Performance is now the only trim available, following the demise of the old S, Premium Plus, and Prestige trims. This also means the 2027 Audi RS e-tron GT's price now starts at $170,500. The only other change is that the optional Forged Carbon package now includes a gloss-black grille.2027 Audi RS e-tron GT Performance in Florett Silver with Forged Carbon packageAudi configuratorExteriorPossibly the most gorgeous Audi on sale, the RS GT is a low and wide sedan with striking design details that include Matrix-design laser LED headlights with dynamic turn signals and animations, classic Audi fender blisters, and aggressively broad rear haunches. Wheels measure 21 inches, and the brakes are carbon-ceramic. A carbon-fiber roof is standard, though it can be swapped for a fixed glass roof at no extra cost. An automatically deploying rear spoiler, flush door handles, and active aero elements cut the drag coefficient to 0.24.2027 Audi RS e-tron GT Performance in Bedford GreenAudi configuratorView the 2 images of this gallery on the original articleInteriorThe high-tech cabin incorporates a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and a 10.1-inch touchscreen with adaptive cruise control with lane guidance, a surround-view camera, navigation, and a 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen audio system. Quality is of the highest standard, and the luxury quotient is upped by Nappa leather upholstery and a Dinamica faux-suede headliner. Space utilization is not a highlight, with rear-seat space merely acceptable, and the trunk small at only 9.2 cu-ft.AdvertisementAdvertisementStandard features include ventilated and aggressively bolstered 14-way power front seats, heated front and rear seats, ambient lighting, tri-zone climate control, carbon-fiber trim, and more.2027 Audi RS e-tron GT Performance with Arras Red interiorAudi configuratorView the 3 images of this gallery on the original articlePrice Range and Best Value TrimTrim LevelPriceSole/best value trim: RS e-tron GT Performance$170,500The sole Performance trim comes fully equipped with Matrix-design laser LED headlights, 21-inch wheels, carbon-ceramic brakes, adaptive air suspension, a carbon-fiber roof, Nappa leather upholstery, heated and ventilated power front seats, a HUD, and B&O audio, so it's already fully equipped. A fixed panoramic glass roof is a no-cost option.2027 Audi RS e-tron GT Key SpecsPowertrain OptionsModelHP (boost)TorqueDriveTransmission0-60RangeRS e-tron GT Performance912 hp740 lb-ftquattro AWD2-speed (rear)2.4 sec278 miThe 105-kWh battery accepts 320-kW fast charging and can be filled from 10-80% in around 18 minutes.Efficiency and Range (MPGe)ModelCityHighwayCombinedRangeRS e-tron GT Performance858284278 miDimensionsSpecDetailLength / Width / Height196.7 in. / 77.3 in. / 54.9 in.Wheelbase114.2 in.Seating5 passengersCargo Volume9.2 + 1.8 cu-ft (frunk)WarrantyCoverageTermBasic4 years / 50,000 milesPowertrain4 years / 50,000 milesBattery8 years / 100,000 milesComplimentary Maintenance3 years / 30,000 milesPros and ConsPros:AdvertisementAdvertisement912 hp delivers supercar acceleration320-kW DC fast charging among the quickest aroundRefined and quiet rideLuxurious, high-quality interiorCons:Expensive at $170K9.2-cu-ft trunk very small278-mile range trails Air and Model S rivalsRear seat tight for taller passengersVerdictThe sole remaining e-tron GT trim is blisteringly quick but also very expensive at over $170,000. Its stunning styling arguably leads the class, but is this enough against the Porsche Taycan and high-value Model S Plaid, especially considering that the low 278-mile range trails its American rivals by a lot? On the plus side, the 320-kW charging mitigates the range, if you can find such a fast charger, and the impeccable build, quiet cabin, and superb road manners may just clinch the deal.2025-2026 Audi RS E-Tron GT PerformanceCole AttishaCompetitorsPorsche Taycan TurboLucid Air SapphireBMW i7 M70Tesla Model S PlaidMercedes-AMG EQEAdvertisementAdvertisementThis story was originally published by Autoblog on Sep 3, 2026, where it first appeared in the Cars section. Add Autoblog as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
