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

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General Info

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) has a starting price of €88190, compared to the Audi SQ6 e-tron (2024-…), which starts at €93800.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property Polestar 3 Long Range Performance Audi Q6 e-tron S
Years of Production 2024-… 2024-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture China, USA Germany
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability EU, USA EU, USA
Price Europe (New) €88190 €93800
Price Europe (Used) - Price Europe (Used) €85970
GCC Score 6.9 7.6

Range and Efficiency

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

Property Polestar 3 Long Range Performance Audi Q6 e-tron S
Range (EPA) 449 km 443 km
Range (WLTP) 560 km 598 km
Range (GCC) 451 km 479 km
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 111 kWh 100 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 107 kWh 94.9 kWh
Efficiency per 100 km 23.7 kWh/100 km 19.8 kWh/100 km
Efficiency per kWh 4.21 km/kWh 5.05 km/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 5.7 7.3

Charging

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

The Audi SQ6 e-tron (2024-…) 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 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 2 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 e-tron (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.

Property Polestar 3 Long Range Performance Audi Q6 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 910 Nm 885 Nm
0-100 km/h 4.7 s 4.3 s
Top Speed 210 km/h 230 km/h
Performance Score 6.6 6.8

Dimensions

The Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) has a longer body, while the Audi SQ6 e-tron (2024-…) 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 e-tron S
Length 4900 mm 4771 mm
Width (with Mirrors) 2120 mm 2193 mm
Width (w/o Mirrors) 1968 mm 1965 mm
Height 1627 mm 1685 mm
Wheelbase 2985 mm 2889 mm

Cargo and Towing

The Audi SQ6 e-tron (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 SQ6 e-tron (2024-…) 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 e-tron S
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 2584 kg 2425 kg
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 484 l 526 l
Cargo Volume (Max) 1411 l 1517 l
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 32 l 64 l
Towing Capacity 2200 kg 2400 kg
Cargo and Towing Score 7.5 7.8
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