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Audi Q6 e-tron Mk1

Headline trim: SQ6 e-tron quattro — 503 bhp, 0-62 in 4.3s.

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Verdict
B
BHP
503 bhp
0–60
4.3 s
Top speed
143 mph
MPG
301 mpg (US)
Used
$79,000-$133,000

Strengths

  • 800V architecture — 270 kW DC charging
  • Genuinely engaging chassis
  • Sportback body option

Weaknesses

  • Pricier than Tesla Model Y / BMW iX3
  • Software at launch felt rushed
  • Delivery times patchy on UK launch

Notable tech

  • PPE platform (Porsche Macan EV sibling)
  • 800V electrical architecture
  • 94.9 kWh usable battery
  • Up to 270 kW DC charging
  • Curved 11.9-inch driver + 14.5-inch infotainment + optional 10.9-inch passenger
  • Augmented-reality head-up display
  • SQ6 twin-motor performance variant

Common issues

  • Launch software updates
  • Screen glare / reflections
  • 12V battery drain

Engine derivatives

US-spec trims and engines offered across Mk1's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.

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Q6 e-tron Performance (RWD)
BHP302
Torque485 Nm
0–606.7 s
Top130 mph
Range393 mi WLTP
Charging270 kW DC
DriveRWD
Gearbox1-speed
Q6 e-tron quattro
BHP382
Torque855 Nm
0–605.9 s
Top130 mph
Range361 mi WLTP
Charging270 kW DC
DriveAWD
Gearbox1-speed twin-motor
SQ6 e-tron quattro
BHP503
Torque855 Nm
0–604.3 s
Top143 mph
Range343 mi WLTP
Charging270 kW DC
DriveAWD
Gearbox1-speed twin-motor
Q6 Sportback Performance
BHP302
Torque485 Nm
0–606.6 s
Top130 mph
Range404 mi WLTP
Charging270 kW DC
DriveRWD
Gearbox1-speed
Q6 Sportback quattro
BHP382
Torque855 Nm
0–605.8 s
Top130 mph
Range371 mi WLTP
Charging270 kW DC
DriveAWD
Gearbox1-speed twin-motor
SQ6 Sportback quattro
BHP503
Torque855 Nm
0–604.3 s
Top143 mph
Range353 mi WLTP
Charging270 kW DC
DriveAWD
Gearbox1-speed twin-motor