USA EV Comparison: Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro vs Q6 e-tron quattro

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) has a starting price of $77800, compared to the Audi Q6 e-tron quattro (2024-…), which starts at $65800.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Even though the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) has a larger battery, the Audi Q6 e-tron quattro (2024-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

The Audi Q6 e-tron quattro (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.

The Audi Q6 e-tron quattro (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 270 kW, while the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) maxes out at 170 kW.

The Audi Q6 e-tron quattro (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) is limited to 9.6 kW.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

Although the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) has more power, the Audi Q6 e-tron quattro (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) has a longer body, while the Audi Q6 e-tron quattro (2024-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

While the trunks are the same size in both cars, the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) provides more cargo room when the rear seats are folded.

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

The Audi Q6 e-tron quattro (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…).