Last modified: Nov 10, 2024

Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron

Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron is an all-electric premium coupe SUV with a WLTP range of up to 545 km (339 miles). EVKX.net has all the details.

Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron

Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron

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Performance

With overboost, the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron reaches a maximum power of 215 kW (292 hp / 288 bhp). Without overboost, it delivers 185 kW (252 hp / 248 bhp). The maximum torque is 485 Nm (358 lb-ft). It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 7 seconds and reaches a top speed of 210 km/h (131 mph), demonstrating its solid performance.

Battery, Range, and Charging

The high-capacity battery has a gross capacity of 83.0 kWh and a net usable capacity of 75.8 kWh, providing a 7.2 kWh buffer (8.7%) for battery protection. Operating at a nominal voltage of 662 volts, it qualifies as an 800-volt battery system. This high voltage is pivotal in enabling the system’s charging capabilities. This Lithium-Ion battery utilizes NMC (Nickel Manganese Cobalt) technology.

Under the WLTP (Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure) standard, the vehicle’s range varies between 545 to 458 km (339-285 miles), depending on the specific configuration and options, such as wheel size. Larger wheels can increase energy consumption and subsequently reduce the overall range. The vehicle’s energy consumption is rated at 13.9 kWh/100 km for the base model and 16.6 kWh/100 km for the top-tier model under the WLTP test cycle. 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 225 kW. Charging from 0% to 100% takes approximately 58 minutes, while a more typical scenario from 10% to 80% takes 20 minutes with an average charging speed of 159 kW. Considering an additional 5 minutes for each charging stop due to driving interruptions, the optimal charging range is from 1% to 65%. This results in an effective charging speed, including time lost, of 138 kW, with each charging session taking about 21 minutes and 3 seconds. This efficient charging capability makes the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron a convenient option for long-distance travel.

In a theoretical 1000 km challenge, starting with a full battery and maintaining a constant speed of 120 km/h (75 mph) under ideal conditions with an assumed consumption rate of 22.5 kWh/100 km, the trip would take approximately 9 hours and 25 minutes. This journey would require three charging stops from 1% to 67%, with a total charging time of 65 minutes.

Onboard Charger

The standard onboard charger supports up to 11 kW for Level 1 and Level 2 AC charging. This allows you to fully charge the battery from 0 to 100% in approximately 6 hours and 53 minutes using a home charging setup. For faster charging, you can opt for an optional onboard charger that supports up to 22 kW. With this upgrade, you can achieve a full charge from 0 to 100% in just about 3 hours and 26 minutes at home.

Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron

Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron

Charge Port

The charge port is located on the left rear side, making it easy to use charge stations where you need to back up into the charger. 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 Q6 Sportback e-tron has a rear-wheel drive system supported by one motor on the rear axle. The motors used are Induction Motors at the front axle and Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors at the rear axle.

Suspension

The Standard suspension has steel springs with a fixed height, but you can adjust damping to fit your driving style or road condition. The ground clearance with this suspension is 184 mm.

You can order Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron with an alternative Sport suspension. The Sport suspension has steel springs with a fixed height, but you can adjust damping to fit your driving style or road condition. The ground clearance with this suspension is 164 mm.

You can order Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron with an alternative Adaptive Air Suspension suspension. The front suspension and rear suspension is Multilink. It uses air suspension and hydraulic dampers. 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 185 mm, and the maximum is 224 mm.

Steering

Dynamic steering is a standard on the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron, varying the steering ratio based on driving speed for enhanced control and comfort.

Drive Modes

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron lets the user select different drive modes that affect the car’s handling. The driver can choose between 7 modes:

  • Dynamic: Dynamic steering, low suspension with dynamic throttle and suspension. - Efficiency: Balanced steering, low suspension with efficient throttle, and balanced suspension. - Comfort: Balanced steering, normal suspension height with efficient throttle, and comfort suspension damping. - Allroad: Balanced steering, high suspension height with balanced throttle and damping. - Offroad: Balanced steering, max suspension height with balanced throttle and damping. - Balanced: Balanced steering, adaptive suspension height with balanced throttle, and adaptive suspension damping. - Custom: User-defined settings for steering, suspension, and throttle response.

Brakes

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron is equipped with cast-iron disc brakes on both the front and rear. The front discs measure 375 mm, while the rear discs are 350 mm.

Regenerative Braking

The regenerative braking system in this model offers several modes to enhance efficiency and driving experience. 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. This model offers three stopping modes for 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

Additionally, you can adjust the strength of the regenerative braking when you lift your foot off the accelerator. There are two levels of regenerative braking to choose from, allowing you to customize the driving experience to your preference.

The maximum regenerative power is 220 kW.

Exterior

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron, with dimensions of 4771 mm in length, 1939 mm in width, and 1665 mm in height, falls into the Compact SUVs category, also known as C-SUVs. These offer a balance between the practicality and maneuverability of smaller vehicles and the space and versatility of larger SUVs. Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron 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 Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron offers multiple wheel options in different sizes, allowing you to customize your vehicle to suit your style and driving preferences. The available tire and wheel combinations include:

  • 235/60 tires on 19" rims front and 255/55 tires on 19" rims rear
  • 255/50 tires on 20" rims front and 285/45 tires on 20" rims rear
  • 255/45 tires on 21" rims front and 285/40 tires on 21" rims rear

Narrower wheels improve consumption and provide a longer range, while wider wheels offer better traction and handling.

The car has four regular doors and a liftgate. The electric-powered liftgate has a kick-sensor as optional equipment, making it possible to open it by just kicking the foot under the tailgate.

There are two different roof options to select from. The standard is just a regular roof. As an option, you can order this model with a panoramic roof. The glass extends most of the roof, and occupants can open the front part. This glass makes the car’s interior feel more spacious and bright, which can improve the mood and comfort of the occupant. It has an electric curtain that occupants can use to protect against the sun.

Additionally, you can order the car with tinted windows from the B-pillar backward, which enhances privacy and reduces glare and heat from the sun, making the interior more comfortable for passengers.

Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron

Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron

Interior

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron 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, providing convenient storage and functionality. You can choose between different types of seats, seat materials, and interior styling. You can choose between several interior designs.

Seats

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron 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 to cater to various comfort and style preferences:

The following functionalities are available on the Normal seat:

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The following functionalities are available on the Sport seat:

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The following functionalities are available on the Sport Plus seat:

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Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron

Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron

Second Row Seat

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 functionalities include:

Interior Storage

  • Cupholders: Two cupholders are located in the front center console, with an additional two in the rear armrest.
  • Glove Compartment: A spacious glove compartment is situated in the dashboard in front of the passenger, ideal for storing essential items.

Climate System

There is one climate system available:

  • 3-zone climate system: Supports different temperatures in three zones for the driver, passenger, and backseat.

A standard heat pump is included, which can save significant energy that the EV would otherwise use for heating in cold weather.

Comfort Features

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron includes several features to enhance comfort and convenience:

  • Electrically Adjustable Steering Wheel
  • Easy Entry Function: Moves the driver seat to facilitate easier entry into the car.
  • Wireless Phone Charging

User Interface and Control

The control interface for the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron combines buttons, stalks, and screens for a seamless and user-friendly experience.

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron features twin screens on a shared curved frame partially integrated into the dashboard. Additionally, an optional infotainment screen is available for the passenger.

Key screen details:

  • The screen behind the steering wheel on the left of the frame is 11.9 inches large
  • The touch screen at the right part of the shared frame is 14.9 inches large
  • The touch screen in front of the passenger in the dashboard is 10.9 inches large

A head-up display is an optional system that projects speed and other important driver information onto the windshield.

Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron

Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron

Steering Wheel

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron is equipped with a single type of steering wheel:

  • Circular Steering Wheel: This steering wheel provides intuitive control over the infotainment system, allowing you to easily adjust the volume, change music tracks, and manage other key functions.

Mirrors

Both the exterior and interior mirrors use conventional mirror technology to provide a clear view of the area behind the vehicle.

This model comes equipped with voice control as standard, allowing you to manage various functions through voice commands.

Infotainment

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron features an advanced infotainment system built on Android Automotive OS, a platform by Google specifically designed for vehicle dashboards. Enhancing this robust system, Audi has integrated their own suite of applications, providing seamless navigation, comprehensive car settings, and much more.

The built-in navigation system uses detailed maps and offers advanced route planning, allowing you to define the target charge level at your destination or during charging stops. The system provides real-time traffic information and satellite maps, ensuring an efficient and stress-free journey.

App Store

The infotainment system includes an App Store where you can download third-party apps to run natively on the car’s screen without needing a connected phone. Available apps vary by market but include popular options such as:

  • Spotify: Stream millions of songs, playlists, and podcasts directly from your car’s infotainment system, providing endless entertainment options for your drive.
  • TIDAL: Enjoy high-fidelity music streaming and exclusive content from your favorite artists, delivering a premium audio experience right to your vehicle.
  • YouTube: Watch your favorite videos, channels, and playlists on your car’s infotainment screen, making it easy to stay entertained while parked.

Phone Mirroring

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, allowing you to mirror your phone’s screen on the car’s display. This functionality enables you to run apps like Google Maps or Waze directly from your phone.

Sound System

You can choose between two sound systems for the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron:

  • Audi Sound System: Features five speakers and delivers a maximum output of 200 watts.
  • Bang & Olufsen Sound System: Features 20 speakers and delivers a maximum output of 830 watts.

Additionally, the model includes 2 USB-C connections as standard. As an option, you can get additional 2 USB-C connections.

Mobile App

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron comes with a dedicated mobile app, available for both Android and iOS devices, allowing you to manage and monitor your vehicle remotely. The app offers a wide range of features designed to enhance your driving experience:

  • Locate Your Vehicle: Easily check the current location of your car.
  • Preconditioning: Preheat or cool your car before you start your journey for optimal comfort.
  • Lock & Unlock: Securely lock or unlock your car doors with a tap.
  • Scheduled Charging: Plan and schedule charging sessions ahead of your trips.
  • Adjust Charging Target: Set your desired State of Charge to start or stop charging as needed.
  • 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 Q6 Sportback e-tron.

  • Standard Headlights: These use advanced LED technology, providing bright and efficient illumination.
  • 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. For enhanced safety, it includes corner lights that illuminate the side when turning.

Additionally, you have two options for taillights:

  • The taillights use LED technology, ensuring both high visibility and energy efficiency.
  • Optional taillights: These feature OLED technology, offering enhanced lighting performance and a distinctive look.

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron features a range of standard and optional advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) designed to enhance safety and comfort.

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 Q6 Sportback e-tron, this system prevents the wheels from locking during braking.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC): Standard on the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron, this system improves the vehicle’s stability and handling during sudden maneuvers or on slippery road conditions.

Lane-Keeping Assist (LKA): Standard on the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron, this system helps prevent the vehicle from drifting out of its lane. It also includes a Lane Departure Warning system to alert the driver if the vehicle veers out of the lane.

Front Cross Traffic Assist (FCTA) : Standard on the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron, this driver assist system that helps drivers detect oncoming traffic when crossing an intersection or turning left or right from a stopped position.

Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA): Optional on the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron, this system uses sensors to detect approaching vehicles from the side when backing out of a parking space or driveway.

Forward Collision Warning (FCW): Standard on the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron, this driver assist system helps drivers avoid or mitigate frontal collisions.

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB): Standard on the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron, this system autonomously applies the brakes to prevent or reduce the severity of a collision if the driver does not react in time.

Automatic Emergency Steering (AES): Standard on the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron, this system assists in avoiding collisions by automatically steering the vehicle in an emergency.

Blind-spot Monitoring (BSM) : Standard on the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron, this side assist system helps to detect traffic in blind spots.

Exit Warning: Optional on the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron, this system that alerts occupants against opening doors if there is a risk of hitting something.

Driving Automation

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron offers driving automation at levels 1 or 2, depending on the equipment level.

With the level 1 system, you get the following driving automation features.

With the optional Adaptive Cruise Assist level 2 system, you get additional driving automation features to the ones listed above:

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 Q6 Sportback e-tron is equipped with multiple airbags to ensure occupant protection in the event of a collision. The airbag system includes:

  • 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 to prevent the driver and front passenger from colliding with each other during a side impact

Additionally, the front seatbelts are equipped with pretensioners that tighten automatically during a collision to minimize injury risk.

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron 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: 91%
  • Child Occupant: 92%
  • Vulnerable Road Users: 81%
  • Safety Assist: 80%

You can watch the full crash test video here.

Security and Access Technologies

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron is equipped with advanced security features to protect you and your vehicle. These include:

  • 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 technology allows you to use your smartphone as a digital key, adding convenience and flexibility for unlocking and starting 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 511 liters (18.0 CU FT). With the rear seat folded down, this expands to 1514 liters (53.5 CU FT). On the roof, you can load up to 75 kg (165.3 lbs). Optional roof rails are available for easy mounting of a roof box or rack. Additionally, there is a frunk (front trunk) with a storage capacity of 64 liters (2.3 CU FT).

The vehicle’s maximum weight is 2740 kg (6041 lbs), with a base weight of 2125 kg (4685 lbs). This allows for a maximum load of 615 kg (1356 lbs), including the driver and passengers. Note that some options may increase the base weight and reduce the maximum loading capacity.

A towbar can be added to the vehicle. The maximum permissible weight for a braked trailer is 2000 kg (4409 lbs), while for an unbraked trailer, it is 750 kg (1653 lbs).

Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron

Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron

Availability & Pricing

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron had its world premiere on 14.10.2024, with deliveries starting in March 2025.

Pricing

Pricing may vary depending on local conditions, incentives, and promotions. Below are the starting prices for select countries:

  • €63 500,00 (Germany)

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