Audi has revealed a new electric mountain bike, designed for serious off-road performance.
Developed with Italian bicycle company Fantic, the bicycle takes inspiration from Audi’s RS Q e-tron Dakar racer.
Just as Audi vehicles make use of aluminium construction, the electric two-wheeler utilises the same lightweight material for its frame.
Maximum pedal power
A 36-volt lithium-ion battery pack is mounted inside the bike’s frame, powering a 250-watt motor on the rear axle.
Riders can choose between four levels of electrical assistance, with a digital display mounted on the handlebars.
Ohlins suspension offers up to 180mm of travel, with disc brakes and off-road tyres also fitted as standard.
Production numbers for the Audi mountain bike will be limited, and buyers can pick from three frame sizes. Prices in the UK start from a not-insubstantial £8,499, with registration for interested buyers now open through the Audi website.
Expanding e-mobility
Audi is the latest carmaker to launch an electric-powered mountain bike in recent months. Porsche updated its range of eBikes at the end of 2022, including the off-road-focused eBike Cross.
Motorcycle manufacturers Ducati and Triumph have both released electric bikes in recent years, too.
“At Audi, we’ve been bold in our commitment to becoming a leader in providing sustainable premium mobility,” said Andrew Doyle, director of Audi UK.
“The Audi electric mountain bike in cooperation with Fantic is another fantastic example of how we can expand our mobility offering to customers that extends beyond the award-winning models they drive.”
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