Audi has inaugurated its most advanced EV production base in Shanghai, capable of building up to 360,000 vehicles per year. The fully automated facility debuts with the powerful Audi E5 Sportback, featuring up to 776 horsepower, 770 km range, and cutting-edge AI-driven quality control.
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In a move that could reshape the global premium EV landscape, Audi has begun series production of the AUDI E5 Sportback at its new Anting facility in Shanghai, marking the debut of a revolutionary China-exclusive brand that combines German engineering with Chinese digital innovation. The electric fastback, available from €28,080, features 800V architecture enabling 230-mile charging in just 10 minutes, while flagship variants deliver 776 horsepower and 478-mile range—specifications that challenge established EV leaders.
