Audi e-tron GT
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I just leased a 25 GT. Great deal on the lease. Overall a great everyday driver. Used ones like the ones you alluded to are amazing deals. The only trepidation I would have is once the warranty runs out repairs may get expensive. Also resale after 1-2 yrs of ownership probably will tank even further.
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Old thread, but didn't think worth creating a new one
Anyone with E-Tron RS GT experience?
Test drove two today. It's been about a year since I drove a Taycan, so memory is a little faded.
I thought the interior buttons were very nice, fewer screens, and I liked that better than the Taycan.
Both Audis were carbon fiber roof. Was a bit dark in there. While the Taycan had the glass, so much more airy/open feeling. Tinted windows didn't help the RS GT.
Acceleration was tremendous. Ride was very comfortable and smooth, despite $hitty Milwaukee roads.
Both had issues! While at an Audi dealership.... First one, '22 $165k MSRP, 52k miles, $52k asking price. 3rd brake light was falling from the headliner. And had a rear spoiler error.
Second one, I think '23 $158k, 22k miles, $65k asking price. SOS was lit up. Spoiler was in the up position, and I couldn't figure out how to put it down...
Anyways, curious if the "troubles" common in Taycan's are prevalent in the Audi's as well.
Anyone with E-Tron RS GT experience?
Test drove two today. It's been about a year since I drove a Taycan, so memory is a little faded.
I thought the interior buttons were very nice, fewer screens, and I liked that better than the Taycan.
Both Audis were carbon fiber roof. Was a bit dark in there. While the Taycan had the glass, so much more airy/open feeling. Tinted windows didn't help the RS GT.
Acceleration was tremendous. Ride was very comfortable and smooth, despite $hitty Milwaukee roads.
Both had issues! While at an Audi dealership.... First one, '22 $165k MSRP, 52k miles, $52k asking price. 3rd brake light was falling from the headliner. And had a rear spoiler error.
Second one, I think '23 $158k, 22k miles, $65k asking price. SOS was lit up. Spoiler was in the up position, and I couldn't figure out how to put it down...
Anyways, curious if the "troubles" common in Taycan's are prevalent in the Audi's as well.
Audi is The the exact same car, but its software tuned to be softer. Suspension, throttle response, numb steering
The CF roof is gorgeous, but makes the interior darker. Glass roof gets old after a while if there is alot of sun exposure
Last edited by Mr.Smith; Oct 17, 2025 at 11:17 AM.
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Old thread, but didn't think worth creating a new one
Anyone with E-Tron RS GT experience?
Test drove two today. It's been about a year since I drove a Taycan, so memory is a little faded.
I thought the interior buttons were very nice, fewer screens, and I liked that better than the Taycan.
Both Audis were carbon fiber roof. Was a bit dark in there. While the Taycan had the glass, so much more airy/open feeling. Tinted windows didn't help the RS GT.
Acceleration was tremendous. Ride was very comfortable and smooth, despite $hitty Milwaukee roads.
Both had issues! While at an Audi dealership.... First one, '22 $165k MSRP, 52k miles, $52k asking price. 3rd brake light was falling from the headliner. And had a rear spoiler error.
Second one, I think '23 $158k, 22k miles, $65k asking price. SOS was lit up. Spoiler was in the up position, and I couldn't figure out how to put it down...
Anyways, curious if the "troubles" common in Taycan's are prevalent in the Audi's as well.
Anyone with E-Tron RS GT experience?
Test drove two today. It's been about a year since I drove a Taycan, so memory is a little faded.
I thought the interior buttons were very nice, fewer screens, and I liked that better than the Taycan.
Both Audis were carbon fiber roof. Was a bit dark in there. While the Taycan had the glass, so much more airy/open feeling. Tinted windows didn't help the RS GT.
Acceleration was tremendous. Ride was very comfortable and smooth, despite $hitty Milwaukee roads.
Both had issues! While at an Audi dealership.... First one, '22 $165k MSRP, 52k miles, $52k asking price. 3rd brake light was falling from the headliner. And had a rear spoiler error.
Second one, I think '23 $158k, 22k miles, $65k asking price. SOS was lit up. Spoiler was in the up position, and I couldn't figure out how to put it down...
Anyways, curious if the "troubles" common in Taycan's are prevalent in the Audi's as well.
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Seems like a lot of car for the money. I took a quick look at the Porsche finder, and it seems that 2022/2023 Turbos, which are the equivalent to the RS GT, are high $80s ask on the low end. However, most have lower miles than the 52k miles of the first RS GT you test drove. Were the cars CPO, or would they add CPO warranty for you as part of the deal?
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Neither of them were CPO'd. I didn't do any negations/discussions, really just wanted to explore and experience. I need to get back into a Taycan to see if I can tell a big difference. I think the previous poster nailed it, and I appreciate the insights. Everything just a bit softer in the Audi vs Porsche, which makes sense.
VAG made the Porsche to buy, Audi to lease. An example is the floor mats in the Audi are paper thin, Porsche significantly thicker, rocker panel and defuser on the Audi look better, but they are shinny plastic that got destroyed with rock chips after a month, Porsches thick plastic is made to last many years.
If you do any canyon or twisty road driving, E-Tron GTs suspension is way too soft, way too much body roll. Another issue is rebound. It's just off because it's a GT made for cruising.
I put my seat to the floor which I can't really do on the E-Tron GT. The hood over the instrument cluster blocks your view, as well not have the signature Porsche fender haunch to better reference points.
All that said, the Audi is a better value and I feel only the front quarter of the Taycan looks better, the rear of the E-Tron GT is more special.
I've had people drive my Audi that prefer the softer, less sporty ride because their use case is not to have a sports car. Just depends what you are looking for or what you are willing to compromise for your budget.
