USA EV Comparison: Polestar 3 Long Range Performance vs Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S

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General Info

Both vehicles are currently in production. The Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) has a starting price of $79400, while the Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) is not sold in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property Polestar 3 Long Range Performance Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S
Years of Production 2024-… 2025-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture China, USA Germany
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability EU, USA EU
Price USA (New) $79400 - Price USA (New)
GCC Score 6.9 7.8

Range and Efficiency

Even though the Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

Property Polestar 3 Long Range Performance Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S
Range (EPA) 279 mi - Range (EPA)
Range (WLTP) 348 mi 377 mi
Range (GCC) 280 mi 321 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 111 kWh 100 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 107 kWh 94.9 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 38.2 kWh/100 mi 29.6 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 2.62 mi/kWh 3.38 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 5.7 8.3

Charging

The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 270 kW, while the Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) maxes out at 250 kW.

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

Property Polestar 3 Long Range Performance Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 250 kW 270 kW
Architecture 400 V 800 V
Charge Port CCS Type 1 CCS Type 2
Charging Score 7.6 8.4

Performance

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

Property Polestar 3 Long Range Performance Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S
Drive Type AWD AWD
Motor Type PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) IM (front), PMSM (rear)
Motor Power (kW) 380 kW 380 kW
Motor Power (hp) 510 hp 510 hp
Motor Torque 671 lb-ft 631 lb-ft
0-60 mph 4.5 s 4.1 s
Top Speed 130 mph 143 mph
Performance Score 6.6 6.8

Dimensions

The Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) has a longer body, while the Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) 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 Performance (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Polestar 3 Long Range Performance Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S
Length 192.9 in 187.8 in
Width (with Mirrors) 83.5 in 86.3 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 77.5 in 76.3 in
Height 64.1 in 65.6 in
Wheelbase 117.5 in 113.7 in

Cargo and Towing

The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) features a larger trunk, but the Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

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

The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…).

Property Polestar 3 Long Range Performance Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 5697 lb 5291 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 17.1 ft3 18 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 49.8 ft3 48.5 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 1.1 ft3 2.3 ft3
Towing Capacity 3500 lb 5291 lb
Cargo and Towing Score 7.5 7.7
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