Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro vs Lucid Air Pure AWD
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General Info
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €79800. The Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in Europe.
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) is a Liftback, whereas the Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) is a Sedan.
| Property | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro | Lucid Air Pure AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2023-2024 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | USA |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €79800 | - Price Europe (New) |
| GCC Score | 7.6 | 7.7 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro | Lucid Air Pure AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 607 km | 660 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 716 km | 725 km |
| Range (GCC) | 588 km | 612 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 94 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 94.9 kWh | 92 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.1 kWh/100 km | 15 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.2 km/kWh | 6.65 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.5 | 10 |
Charging
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 270 kW, while the Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) maxes out at 200 kW.
The Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 19.2 kW, whereas the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro | Lucid Air Pure AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 19.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 270 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | - Architecture |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8.1 | 8.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro | Lucid Air Pure AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 340 kW | 358 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 456 hp | 480 hp |
| Motor Torque | 855 Nm | 922 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 s | 4.2 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.3 | 6.5 |
Dimensions
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro | Lucid Air Pure AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4928 mm | 4975 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2137 mm | 2195 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1923 mm | 1936 mm |
| Height | 1455 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (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 A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 2100 kg, whereas the Lucid Air Pure AWD (2023-2024) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro | Lucid Air Pure AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2360 kg | 2246 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 502 l | 456 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1330 l | 627 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 27 l | 283 l |
| Towing Capacity | 2100 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.7 | 5.1 |
