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Audi E-tron: which year should you buy?

Across the 2019 to 2021 model years, the public record is strongest on the 2019 (74/100). Every year below is scored on its own NHTSA complaint and recall history. Pick the year, not just the nameplate.

Best years to target

2019 74

Every model year, scored

Same math for every year (how we score). A neutral Unproven or Too New stamp means too few owner reports are on file to affirm the year, not that it’s clean.

202164/100
Caution

35 complaints · 9 recalls

202064/100
Unproven

1 complaints · 4 recalls

201974/100
Buybest year

76 complaints · 5 recalls

Zeroing in on the 2019?

The full year-by-year verdict is free. When you’re ready to inspect and negotiate one specific car, the Full Report turns the 2019 Audi E-tron’s complaint breakdown and recall list into an inspection-ready, shareable PDF.

Recalls, complaint breakdown & inspection checklist, all in a shareable PDF

Cross-shopping a different nameplate? Compare the 2021 Audi E-tron head-to-head →

The fine print: each year’s verdict is computed from public NHTSA complaint and recall records for the Audi E-tron as a model, not for any individual car. A well-kept example of a weaker year can outlast a neglected strong one. Informational only, so always get a professional pre-purchase inspection.