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