Global EV Comparison: Audi A6 Sportback e-tron S vs BYD Han AWD
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Audi S6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) has a starting price of €99500, compared to the BYD Han AWD (2023-…), which starts at €69020.
The Audi S6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) is a Liftback, whereas the BYD Han AWD (2023-…) is a Sedan.
| Property | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron S | BYD Han AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | China |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €99500 | €69020 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €37480 |
| GCC Score | 7.5 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Audi S6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the BYD Han AWD (2023-…).
| Property | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron S | BYD Han AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 521 km | 604 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 675 km | 521 km |
| Range (GCC) | 548 km | 508 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 88 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 94.9 kWh | 85.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.3 kWh/100 km | 16.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.77 km/kWh | 5.95 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.8 | 8.6 |
Charging
The Audi S6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the BYD Han AWD (2023-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Audi S6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 270 kW, while the BYD Han AWD (2023-…) maxes out at 120 kW.
The Audi S6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the BYD Han AWD (2023-…) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron S | BYD Han AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 270 kW | 120 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8.4 | 4.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time, but the Audi S6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) boasts greater motor power.
| Property | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron S | BYD Han AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 405 kW | 380 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 543 hp | 510 hp |
| Motor Torque | 855 Nm | 700 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.9 s | 3.9 s |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7 | 6 |
Dimensions
The BYD Han AWD (2023-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Audi S6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron S | BYD Han AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4928 mm | 4995 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2137 mm | 2134 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1923 mm | 1910 mm |
| Height | 1455 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi S6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…), but the BYD Han AWD (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
The Audi S6 Sportback e-tron (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 2100 kg, whereas the BYD Han AWD (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron S | BYD Han AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2400 kg | 2250 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 502 l | 410 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1330 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 27 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2100 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.7 | 5.2 |
