Audi Q6 e-tron RWD vs Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor

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General Info

Both vehicles are currently in production. The Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) has a starting price of $67500, while the Audi Q6 e-tron (2024-…) is not sold in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property Audi Q6 e-tron RWD Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor
Years of Production 2024-… 2024-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture Germany China, USA
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability EU EU, USA
Price USA (New) - Price USA (New) $67500
GCC Score 7.2 7.1

Range and Efficiency

While the Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Audi Q6 e-tron (2024-…).

Property Audi Q6 e-tron RWD Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor
Range (EPA) - Range (EPA) 350 mi
Range (WLTP) 331 mi 404 mi
Range (GCC) 269 mi 338 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 83 kWh 111 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 75.8 kWh 107 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 28.2 kWh/100 mi 31.7 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.55 mi/kWh 3.16 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 7.5 8.1

Charging

The Audi Q6 e-tron (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Audi Q6 e-tron (2024-…) maxes out at 225 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.

Property Audi Q6 e-tron RWD Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 225 kW 250 kW
Architecture 800 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CCS Type 1
Charging Score 8 7.6

Performance

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

Although the Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) has more power, the Audi Q6 e-tron (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

Property Audi Q6 e-tron RWD Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor
Drive Type RWD RWD
Motor Type 1 motor: PMSM 1 motor: PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 215 kW 220 kW
Motor Power (hp) 288 hp 295 hp
Motor Torque 332 lb-ft 361 lb-ft
0-60 mph 6.7 s 7.5 s
Top Speed 130 mph 112 mph
Performance Score 4.8 4.4

Dimensions

The Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) has a longer body, while the Audi Q6 e-tron (2024-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.

The Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Audi Q6 e-tron RWD Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor
Length 187.8 in 192.9 in
Width (with Mirrors) 86.3 in 83.5 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 76.3 in 77.5 in
Height 66.3 in 64.1 in
Wheelbase 113.7 in 117.5 in

Cargo and Towing

The Audi Q6 e-tron (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.

The Audi Q6 e-tron (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (2024-…).

Property Audi Q6 e-tron RWD Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 4850 lb 5298 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 18.6 ft3 17.1 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 53.6 ft3 49.8 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 2.3 ft3 1.1 ft3
Towing Capacity 4409 lb 2000 lb
Cargo and Towing Score 7.6 7.4
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