In a bold move to accelerate electric mobility, Audi has inaugurated its second charging hub in Tokyo, further reinforcing its global fast-charging infrastructure. Located in the culturally rich and green district of Shibakōen, the new facility marking Audi’s eighth fast-charging hub worldwide.
Nestled amid landmarks like Tokyo Tower, Zojoji Temple, and Shiba Park, the hub merges modern infrastructure with a natural setting. Modeled after the original Audi charging hub in Nuremberg, the Tokyo facility features a two-story structure equipped with state-of-the-art technology and premium customer amenities.
At ground level, the hub boasts a battery-buffered PowerX hypercharger with a 150 kW charging capacity, capable of simultaneously charging two vehicles. Enhancing the user experience is the patented Audi swivel arm, ensuring easy handling and keeping charging cables off the ground – a concept proven effective across Audi’s European locations.
The upper floor houses a 50-square-meter premium lounge accessible to users via an SMS access code sent once charging begins, turning the wait into a comfortable and productive experience.
Crucially, the hub relies entirely on renewable energy and does not require extensive electrical infrastructure like transformers or high-voltage lines. The buffer storage system significantly reduces strain on the local power grid, making it a sustainable solution for urban centers.
Audi reports strong adoption of its Japanese charging concept. Since the opening of the first Tokyo hub in April 2024, over 2,500 charging sessions have been completed, signaling a promising future for electric mobility in the region. The automaker has also confirmed plans to open additional charging hubs in Tokyo and a second hub in Munich later this year.
This expansion aligns with Audi’s broader sustainability goals and its roadmap toward comprehensive electric mobility solutions. With innovation and user experience at its core, the Shibakōen charging hub demonstrates how premium service and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.
About Audi’s Plug-In Hybrid Models
The new Audi A6 e-hybrid models also reflect the brand’s commitment to efficiency:
- A6 Avant e-hybrid quattro (220 kW) offers fuel consumption of 2.8–2.2 l/100 km and CO₂ emissions of 65–51 g/km.
- A6 Avant e-hybrid quattro (270 kW) slightly varies with 2.9–2.4 l/100 km and emissions at 66–54 g/km.
- A6 Sedan e-hybrid quattro (220 kW) is even more efficient with 2.8–2.1 l/100 km and 63–48 g/km CO₂.
- A6 Sedan e-hybrid quattro (270 kW) delivers up to 2.8–2.2 l/100 km with 63–51 g/km CO₂.
All models fall under CO₂ Class B in hybrid mode, with Classes E–F when operating solely on combustion engines, highlighting their dual-efficiency nature.
With infrastructure and vehicle development progressing hand-in-hand, Audi is firmly driving forward the future of sustainable, high-performance mobility.
