USA EV Comparison: Audi Q6 e-tron S vs Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD

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General Info

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Audi SQ6 e-tron (2024-…) has a starting price of $72900, compared to the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2025-...), which starts at $48990.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property Audi Q6 e-tron S Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD
Years of Production 2024-… 2025-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture Germany China, Germany, USA
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability EU, USA EU, USA
Price USA (New) $72900 $48990
GCC Score 7.6 7.8

Range and Efficiency

Even though the Audi SQ6 e-tron (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2025-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

Property Audi Q6 e-tron S Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD
Range (EPA) 275 mi 327 mi
Range (WLTP) 372 mi 364 mi
Range (GCC) 298 mi 313 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 100 kWh 78.1 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 94.9 kWh 75 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 31.8 kWh/100 mi 24 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.14 mi/kWh 4.17 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 7.2 9.1

Charging

The Audi SQ6 e-tron (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2025-...) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Audi SQ6 e-tron (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 270 kW, while the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2025-...) maxes out at 250 kW.

The Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2025-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the Audi SQ6 e-tron (2024-…) is limited to 11 kW.

Property Audi Q6 e-tron S Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 11.5 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 270 kW 250 kW
Architecture 800 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 1 Tesla (NACS)
Charging Score 8.4 7.2

Performance

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

The Audi SQ6 e-tron (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property Audi Q6 e-tron S Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD
Drive Type AWD AWD
Motor Type IM (front), PMSM (rear) IM (front), PMSM (rear)
Motor Power (kW) 380 kW 378 kW
Motor Power (hp) 510 hp 507 hp
Motor Torque 653 lb-ft 364 lb-ft
0-60 mph 4.1 s 4.6 s
Top Speed 143 mph 125 mph
Performance Score 6.8 5.7

Dimensions

The Audi SQ6 e-tron (2024-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2025-...).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

Property Audi Q6 e-tron S Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD
Length 187.8 in 188.6 in
Width (with Mirrors) 86.3 in 83.8 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 77.4 in 78 in
Height 66.3 in 63.9 in
Wheelbase 113.7 in 113.8 in

Cargo and Towing

The Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2025-...) 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 SQ6 e-tron (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2025-...).

Property Audi Q6 e-tron S Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 5181 lb 4396 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 18.6 ft3 30.2 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 53.6 ft3 75.5 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 2.3 ft3 4.1 ft3
Towing Capacity 5291 lb 3500 lb
Cargo and Towing Score 7.8 7.8
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