Audi’s US Sales Drop to Their Lowest Level in 10 Years

Audi had its worst US sales performance this decade and numbers are down. The brand struggled lately and it shows in the figures. So while other Germans did okay, Audi slipped behind, and dealers feel it too. But reasons pile up like high prices and slow EVs.

Audi Q5

Audi Q5 sells steady but volumes dropped last year and it hurts. This midsize SUV carries the lineup, though competition from BMW X3 bites hard. And while interiors stay nice, gas models lag on tech now. However, leases help move some, yet inventory sits. Still, families buy it for comfort.

Audi Q7

Q7 is bigger and sales fell even more, so Audi pushes discounts. But three rows mean rivals like X5 take share, and towing helps little. The V-6 feels old too, while hybrids from others win. Even so, luxury bits draw buyers, at times.

Audi A4

A4 sedan numbers tanked and sedans fade anyway. So Audi shifts to SUVs, but this one lingers with updates. However, driving stays fun, though Tesla saps buyers. And base prices climb, yet deals appear late quarter. Still, it rides smooth.

Audi A6

A6 tries executive role but sales mirror A4 drop, and fleets cut back. The allroad version sells better, so maybe more wagons. But tech glitches turn off some, while Benz E-Class shines. Yet powertrains hold up, even so.

Audi Q8

Q8 coupe SUV moves okay but not enough to lift brand, and price scares. So sporty look appeals young, though space shrinks rear. However, V-8 SQ8 grabs attention, and sound is good. Still, maintenance adds up quick.

Audi e-tron GT

e-tron GT is electric and sales disappoint despite Porsche roots. But range anxiety hits US trips, so chargers matter. And it looks fast, though real accel wows less now. Yet Tesla Plaid overshadows, at times.

Audi Q4 e-tron

Q4 e-tron aims affordable EV but misses targets, and build quality questions linger. So compact size fits cities, but highway range drops cold. However, federal tax credit helps, while rivals pile on. Still, quiet ride wins some.

Audi RS3

RS3 hatch or sedan sells low volume but enthusiasts grab it, and drift mode fun. The five-cylinder howls unique, though gas costs rise. But Audi cuts some models, so future unsure. Even so, corners sharp.

Audi A3

A3 entry level dipped too and plug-in hybrid softens blow. So premium small car fights Honda Accord hybrids now. However, style ages, yet updates coming maybe. And leases fill gaps, while waiting.