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Performance
With overboost, the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance reaches a maximum power of 280 kW (381 hp / 376 bhp). Without overboost, it delivers 270 kW (367 hp / 362 bhp). Maximum torque is 565 Nm (417 lb-ft). It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 5.4 seconds and reaches a top speed of 210 km/h (131 mph).
Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance
Battery, Range, and Charging
The battery has a gross capacity of 100.0 kWh and a net usable capacity of 94.9 kWh, with a 5.1 kWh buffer (5.1%) for battery protection. The battery operates at a nominal voltage of 662 V, supporting high-power DC charging.
The lithium-ion battery uses NMC (nickel manganese cobalt) chemistry.
Under the WLTP (Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure) standard, the maximum rated range is 756 km (470 miles). Depending on the configuration and options such as wheel size, the rated range can be as low as 673 km (418 miles). Larger wheels generally increase energy consumption and reduce range.
WLTP energy consumption is 12.6 kWh/100 km for the base configuration and 14.1 kWh/100 km for the highest-consumption configuration.
For more details about the range, see real-world data and range listings on this model’s range and consumption page.
The vehicle supports fast DC charging with a maximum power of 270 kW. A 0–100% charge takes approximately 60 minutes. A typical 10–80% session takes about 21 minutes at an average power of 192 kW.
With five minutes of overhead per stop, the optimal charging window is 1–62%. Effective average power, including overhead, is 169 kW over a session lasting about 21 minutes and 36 seconds.
This efficient charging capability makes the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance a convenient option for long-distance travel.
In a 1000 km challenge at a constant speed of 120 km/h (75 mph) with an assumed consumption rate of 20 kWh/100 km, the trip would take about 8 hours and 57 minutes, needing two charging stops from 1% to 57%, totaling 38 minutes of charging time.
Onboard Charger
The standard onboard charger supports AC charging at up to 11 kW. A full 0–100% charge takes about 8 hours and 37 minutes with a suitable home charging setup.
An optional 22 kW onboard charger reduces the full charge time to approximately 4 hours and 18 minutes.
Charge Port
The charge port is on the left rear side. This position suits charging bays where the vehicle reverses toward the charging point.
Connector types vary by market: this model uses CCS Combo 1 in North America and CCS Combo 2 in Europe. For complete specifications for all markets, refer to the full specifications.
Additionally, a second port on the right rear side offers greater flexibility for AC charging.
The connector types vary between different markets. This model uses J1772 for North America and TYPE2 for Europe. For complete specifications for all markets, refer to the full specifications.
Drivetrain
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance has a rear-wheel drive system supported by one motor on the rear axle.
The motor used is Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor.
Suspension
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance features a multilink front and rear suspension, both equipped with electronically controlled dampers and coil springs for a smooth and responsive ride.
The Standard suspension has steel springs with a fixed height, but you can adjust damping to fit your driving style or road condition.
Ground clearance with this setup is 143 mm.
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance features an optional suspension system with multilink front and rear construction. It has electronically controlled dampers on both axles and air springs at both ends, with adjustable ride height.
The suspension is fully adaptive on the front and rear axle, so height and damping can be adjusted manually and automatically.
The minimum ground clearance is 105 mm, and the maximum is 145 mm.
Steering
Progressive steering is standard on the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance. It adjusts the steering ratio according to vehicle speed.
Drive Modes
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance lets the user select different drive modes that affect the car's handling.
The driver can choose between 5 modes:
- Dynamic: Dynamic steering, low ride height, and dynamic throttle and suspension damping.
- Efficiency: Balanced steering, low ride height, balanced suspension damping, and efficiency-oriented throttle response.
- Comfort: Balanced steering, normal ride height, balanced throttle, and comfort-oriented suspension damping.
- Balanced: Balanced steering and throttle, adaptive suspension height and damping.
- Individual: Custom ride height, steering, suspension damping, and throttle.
Brakes
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance is equipped with cast-iron disc brakes on both the front and rear.
The front discs measure 350 mm, while the rear discs are 350 mm.
Regenerative Braking
The regenerative braking system in this model offers several modes. The most efficient option is the Automatic Regeneration Mode, where the vehicle coasts when possible and employs regenerative braking to reduce speed as needed.
Manual regeneration is another mode, where regenerative braking is controlled by pressing the brake pedal. The brake system blends in physical brakes only when necessary.
Another option is the Regen on Accelerator Pedal mode where regenerative braking is activated when the driver eases off the accelerator pedal. This system allows the vehicle to slow down and recover energy without the driver needing to press the brake pedal, a feature often referred to as one-pedal driving.
- Hold mode brings the vehicle to a complete stop using friction brakes
- Roll mode allows the vehicle to roll until it stops naturally
- Creep mode moves the car forward at low speed
Drivers can also adjust the regenerative braking strength when lifting off the accelerator, choosing between two levels.
The maximum regenerative braking power is 220 kW.
Exterior
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance, with dimensions of 4928 mm in length, 1923 mm in width, and 1487 mm in height, falls into the E-segment, also known as executive cars.
Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance is available in a total of 56 paint colors, including solid, metallic, and pearlescent options. In addition to the standard palette, some colors are from the exclusive 'Audi exclusive' palette.
You can also choose from several styling options to make your car more unique.
The True is available with the optional **Sport Design Package**, featuring sportier bumpers and side skirts for a more dynamic appearance.
The True is available with the optional **Sport Design Package Carbon**, featuring carbon fiber elements in the bumpers and side skirts for a sportier look.
The True is available with the optional **Sport Design Package High Gloss Black**, featuring high-gloss black elements in the bumpers and side skirts for a sporty appearance.
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance offers multiple wheel options in different sizes. The available tire and wheel combinations include:
- 225/55 tires on 19" rims front and 245/50 tires on 19" rims rear
- 235/45 tires on 20-inch wheels at the front and 265/40 tires on 20-inch wheels at the rear
- 245/40 tires on 21" rims front and 275/35 tires on 21" rims rear
Narrower wheels reduce energy consumption and can increase range, while wider wheels can improve traction and handling.
The car has four regular doors and a liftgate.
Soft close is optional on the side doors.
A powered liftgate is standard, and a hands-free kick sensor is optional.
There are two different roof options to select from.
A conventional roof is standard.
As an option, you can order this model with a large panoramic roof extending over most of the areas from the front to the rear. This glass creates a more spacious and bright interior. The glass has an electrochromic function that lets you blend the glass in multiple levels to protect against the sun.
Privacy glass from the B-pillar rearward is optional. It reduces glare and solar heat.
Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance
Interior
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance features a driver-centric interior that enhances the cockpit feel, surrounded by premium materials used in all key areas. It also includes a traditional center console that separates the driver and passenger with integrated storage.
You can choose between different types of seats, seat materials, and interior styling.
You can choose between several interior designs.
Seats
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance accommodates five passengers with two front seats and a three-seat bench in the rear.
First Row Seats
The front row offers three seat types:
The Normal seat offers:
- Fore-and-aft adjustment (manually adjustable)
- Recline adjustment (manually adjustable)
- Height adjustment (manually adjustable)
- Seat cushion angle adjustment (manually adjustable)
- Height adjustable headrest
- Length adjustable headrest (optional)
- Heating (optional)
- ISOFIX (standard for passenger seat)
Available in:
- Black fabric upholstery
The Sport seat offers:
- Fore-and-aft adjustment (manually adjustable, electrically adjustable as an option)
- Recline adjustment (manually adjustable, electrically adjustable as an option)
- Height adjustment (manually adjustable, electrically adjustable as an option)
- Seat cushion angle adjustment (manually adjustable, electrically adjustable as an option)
- Heating (optional)
- Adjustable lumbar support (electrically adjustable)
- Adjustable thigh support
- Ventilation (optional)
- ISOFIX (standard for passenger seat)
Available in:
- Black fabric upholstery
- Black leather upholstery
- Beige leather upholstery
- Red leather upholstery
The Sport Plus seat offers:
- Fore-and-aft adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Recline adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Height adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Seat cushion angle adjustment (electrically adjustable)
- Height adjustable headrest
- Memory (standard for driver, not available for passenger)
- Adjustable lumbar support (electrically adjustable)
- Backrest side-bolster adjustment
- Adjustable thigh support
- Ventilation
- Massage
- ISOFIX (standard for passenger seat)
Available in:
- Black leather upholstery
- Black Dinamica/leather upholstering
- Black/Red Dinamica/leather upholstering
Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance
Second-Row Seats
The second row features a standard three-seat bench with a 40:20:40 split, allowing each section to fold separately to increase cargo space.
Additional second-row features include:
Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance
Interior Storage
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance has the following interior storage:
- Cupholders: Two cupholders are located in the front center console, with an additional two in the rear armrest.
- Glove Compartment: Located in the dashboard in front of the passenger.
Interior Lighting
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance offers several interior lighting options.
- Multicolor Ambient Lighting: Extends across the dashboard, door panels, and footwell, with selectable colors. Optional.
Climate System
Two climate system options are available:
- 2-zone climate system: Supports different temperatures for the driver and passenger.
- 3-zone climate system: Supports different temperatures in three zones for the driver, passenger, and backseat.
A standard heat pump reduces heating energy use in cold weather.
Comfort Features
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance includes the following comfort features:
- Garage Door Opener: Built-in control for compatible garage doors and gates.
- Air Fragrance: Releases scent into the cabin through the ventilation system.
User Interface and Control
The control interface of the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance combines physical buttons, steering column stalks, and touchscreen displays.
This model features a twin-screen layout integrated into a shared curved frame that spans the dashboard area in front of the driver and center console. Additionally, an optional passenger infotainment screen is available for added functionality.
Key screen details:
- Driver Information Display: An 11.9-inch screen positioned behind the steering wheel on the left side of the shared curved frame. It provides essential driving data such as speed, range, and navigation prompts.
- Infotainment Screen: A 14.9-inch touchscreen on the right side of the same curved frame. It acts as the main infotainment interface, offering access to navigation, media, and vehicle settings.
- Passenger Infotainment Screen (optional): A 10.9-inch touchscreen embedded in the dashboard in front of the front passenger. It allows passengers to control entertainment and other functions independently.
An optional head-up display projects key driving information such as speed and navigation cues onto the windshield.
Steering Wheel
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance is equipped with a single type of steering wheel:
The steering wheel adjusts for tilt and reach. The adjustment is electrically powered.
An optional easy-entry function retracts the steering wheel automatically to make getting in and out of the car easier.
Design: Three-spoke flat-bottom
Controls: Physical buttons, Scroll wheels, Paddle shifters
Heating: Available as an option
From the steering wheel you can control:
- Infotainment: Steering-wheel controls provide access to media and infotainment functions.
- Track Controls: Buttons on the steering wheel skip to the next or previous track.
- Voice command activation
- Horn
- Programmable custom button
- Back/cancel in instrument cluster
- Instrument cluster navigation
- Accept/end phone calls
- Media volume
Mirrors
For the exterior mirrors, you can choose between camera-based mirrors with interior screens or traditional mirrors. The interior mirror is a standard mirror.
Voice control is standard.
Infotainment
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance runs Android Automotive OS, Google's platform for vehicle dashboards. Audi adds its own apps for navigation and car settings on top.
Navigation System
The built-in navigation supports route planning with target charge levels at the destination and at charging stops, real-time traffic, and satellite maps.
App Store
The infotainment system includes an app store for third-party apps that run directly on the car's display without a connected phone. App availability varies by market and includes:
- Spotify: Stream music, playlists, and podcasts directly from the car's infotainment system.
- TIDAL: Streams high-fidelity music.
- YouTube: Watch videos, channels, and playlists on the car's infotainment screen while parked.
Phone Mirroring
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, providing access to compatible phone apps such as Google Maps and Waze on the car's display.
Sound System
You can choose between two sound systems for the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance:
- Audi Sound System: The system has five speakers and a maximum output of 200 watts.
- Bang & Olufsen Sound System: The system has 20 speakers and a maximum output of 830 watts.
The model includes USB-C connectivity as standard (total: 2).As an option, you can get additional 2 USB-C connections.
Mobile App
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance has a mobile app for Android and iOS to manage and monitor the vehicle remotely. Features:
- Locate Your Vehicle: Check the current location of your car.
- Preconditioning: Preheat or cool your car before you start your journey.
- Lock and unlock: Lock or unlock the doors remotely.
- Scheduled Charging: Set a charging schedule.
- Charge Target: Set the battery's target state of charge.
- Route Planning: Plan your route and send it directly to your car's navigation system.
- Driving History: Review the details of your past trips.
Lights
You can choose between two types of headlights for the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance.
- Standard Headlights: These use LED technology.
- LED Matrix Headlights: Available as an upgrade, this adaptive system divides the traditional headlight beam into dozens of smaller rays that the light controller can activate or deactivate individually. This optimizes lighting by selectively dimming specific areas to avoid dazzling oncoming traffic. The daytime running lights (DRL) for this option also feature multiple LED segments, allowing you to customize your preferred DRL signature. It includes corner lights that illuminate the side when turning.
Additionally, you have two options for taillights:
- The taillights use LED technology.
- Optional taillights: These feature OLED technology, offering enhanced lighting performance and a distinctive look.
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Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance offers standard and optional advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
Efficiency Assist: A Standard feature that helps drivers anticipate driving conditions and conserve energy.
Safety Systems
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS): Standard on the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance. It prevents the wheels from locking during braking.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC): Standard on the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance. It improves stability during sudden maneuvers and on slippery roads.
Lane-Keeping Assist (LKA): Standard on the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance. It applies steering corrections if the vehicle begins to leave its lane.
The Lane Departure Warning alerts the driver if the vehicle begins to leave its lane.
Front Cross Traffic Assist (FCTA): Standard on the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance. It detects traffic crossing ahead when entering an intersection or pulling away from a stop.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA): Optional on the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance. It detects vehicles approaching from the side while reversing out of a parking space or driveway.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW): Standard on the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance. It warns the driver of a potential frontal collision.
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB): Standard on the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance. It applies the brakes automatically if the driver does not respond to an imminent collision.
Automatic Emergency Steering (AES): Standard on the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance. The system can steer automatically to help avoid an imminent collision.
Blind-spot Monitoring (BSM): Standard on the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance. It detects traffic in the vehicle's blind spots.
Exit Warning: Optional on the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance. It warns occupants not to open a door when it detects approaching traffic or another hazard.
Driving Automation
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance offers driving automation at levels 1 or 2, depending on the equipment level.
The Level 1 Standard system provides the following driving automation features.
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
- Automatic parking (optional)
The optional Adaptive Cruise Assist SAE Level 2 system adds the following features:
- Lane Centering Assist (LCA) / AutoSteer: Centers the vehicle in its lane and adjusts speed in traffic. The driver must keep their hands on the steering wheel and remain attentive.
Sensors & Cameras
This model uses cameras, radar, and ultrasonic sensors for its driver assist systems.
Up to five radar sensors, five cameras, and 12 ultrasonic sensors monitor the vehicle’s surroundings.
Safety
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance is equipped with the following airbags:
- Front airbags for the driver and front passenger
- Side curtain airbags for both the first and second rows
- Side airbags for the driver and front passenger
- Side airbags for the second-row passengers
- A front-center airbag that reduces the risk of the driver and front passenger colliding with each other during a side impact
The front seatbelts use reversible pretensioners and load limiters. The rear seatbelts use pyrotechnic pretensioners and load limiters. Pretensioners tighten the belts in a collision, while load limiters control belt force on occupants.
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance has been rigorously tested by Euro NCAP, an independent organization that evaluates vehicle safety. It received a 5-star rating, with the following scores:
- Adult Occupant: 92%
- Child Occupant: 91%
- Vulnerable Road Users: 75%
- Safety Assist: 80%
You can watch the full crash test video here.
Read more about safety features and safety ratings in the safety technology section.Security and Access Technologies
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance includes the following security and access features:
- Keyless Entry and Start: With the standard keyless start and optional keyless entry, you can unlock and start the vehicle seamlessly without removing the key from your pocket or bag.
- Phone-as-Key Functionality: The optional phone-as-key feature lets you use your smartphone to unlock and start the vehicle.
- Alarm System: An optional integrated alarm system monitors for unauthorized entry or tampering, providing alerts to help deter intrusions and enhance vehicle security.
Cargo Capacity and Towing Ability
The trunk offers a cargo capacity of 502 liters (17.7 cu ft). With the rear seat folded down, this expands to 1330 liters (47.0 cu ft).
The maximum roof load is 75 kg (165.3 lb).
The frunk (front trunk) has a capacity of 27 liters (1.0 cu ft).
The maximum permitted vehicle weight is 2750 kg (6063 lbs), and the base curb weight is 2175 kg (4795 lbs). This leaves a payload of 575 kg (1268 lbs), including occupants. Options can increase curb weight and reduce payload.
A towbar can be added to the vehicle. The maximum permissible weight for a braked trailer is 2100 kg (4630 lbs), while for an unbraked trailer, it is 750 kg (1653 lbs).
Availability & Pricing
This model made its world premiere on 7/31/2024, with deliveries anticipated to begin in December 2024.
Pricing
Pricing may vary depending on local conditions, incentives, and promotions. Below are the starting prices for select countries:
- €75,600 (Germany)
- $67,195 (USA)
- €83,380 (Spain)
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