Global EV Comparison: Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S vs e-tron S
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General Info
The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €96200. The Audi e-tron S (2020-2022) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €41590 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S | Audi e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2020-2022 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Belgium, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €96200 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €41590 |
| GCC Score | 7.7 | 6.3 |
Range and Efficiency
The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Audi e-tron S (2020-2022).
| Property | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S | Audi e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 335 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 607 km | 374 km |
| Range (GCC) | 516 km | 315 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 95 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 94.9 kWh | 86.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.4 kWh/100 km | 27.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.44 km/kWh | 3.64 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.1 | 3.1 |
Charging
The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Audi e-tron S (2020-2022) 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 Audi e-tron S (2020-2022) maxes out at 155 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S | Audi e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 270 kW | 155 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8.4 | 6.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S | Audi e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), 2 IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 380 kW | 370 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 510 hp | 496 hp |
| Motor Torque | 855 Nm | 973 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.3 s | 4.5 s |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.8 | 6.6 |
Dimensions
The Audi e-tron S (2020-2022) 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.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S | Audi e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4771 mm | 4902 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2193 mm | 2189 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1939 mm | 1976 mm |
| Height | 1665 mm | 1629 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2889 mm | 2928 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi e-tron S (2020-2022) 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 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Audi e-tron S (2020-2022).
| Property | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S | Audi e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2400 kg | 2730 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 511 l | 660 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1373 l | 1655 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 64 l | 50 l |
| Towing Capacity | 2400 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.6 | 7.7 |
