Audi shows the dynamic e-tron Spyder enjoying sunny Southern California

The dynamic e-tron Spyder, a technical study by Audi, is conceived as a plug-in hybrid. Its lithium-ion battery with an energy content of 9.1 kWh, located in the forward structure, can be recharged from the mains socket; the electric drive operates in tandem with a powerful combustion engine.

Two electric motors with a combined output of 64 kW (87 hp) and 352 Nm (259.62 lb-ft) of torque propel the front wheels. Behind the open, two-seater passenger compartment is a 3.0 TDI with twin turbocharger; it sends 221 kW (300 hp) and 650 Nm (479.42 lb-ft) of torque to the rear wheels via a seven-speed S tronic. Both power units can operate independently or in unison.

All four wheels of the e-tron Spyder can be accelerated and braked individually, creating extremely precise, dynamic handling. The electric motors on the front wheels can be activated separately and a mechanical sport differential on the rear axle distributes the power. This form of torque vectoring represents a further variation on the e-quattro, the quattro drive of the future.