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

Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA.
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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 Sportback e-tron (2025-…), which starts at €96200.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property Polestar 3 Long Range Performance Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S
Years of Production 2024-… 2025-…
Current Status Produced Produced
Country of Manufacture China, USA Germany
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability EU, USA EU
Price Europe (New) €88190 €96200
GCC Score 6.9 7.7

Range and Efficiency

Even though the Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

Property Polestar 3 Long Range Performance Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S
Range (EPA) 449 km - Range (EPA)
Range (WLTP) 560 km 607 km
Range (GCC) 451 km 516 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 18.4 kWh/100 km
Efficiency per kWh 4.21 km/kWh 5.44 km/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 5.6 8.2

Charging

The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) 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 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 Sportback 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 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.

Property Polestar 3 Long Range Performance Audi Q6 Sportback 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 855 Nm
0-100 km/h 4.7 s 4.3 s
Top Speed 210 km/h 230 km/h
Performance Score 6.6 6.7

Dimensions

The Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) 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.

The Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Polestar 3 Long Range Performance Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S
Length 4900 mm 4771 mm
Width (with Mirrors) 2120 mm 2193 mm
Width (w/o Mirrors) 1968 mm 1939 mm
Height 1627 mm 1665 mm
Wheelbase 2985 mm 2889 mm

Cargo and Towing

The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) features a larger trunk, but the Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are 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 Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…).

Property Polestar 3 Long Range Performance Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 2584 kg 2400 kg
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 484 l 511 l
Cargo Volume (Max) 1411 l 1373 l
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 32 l 64 l
Towing Capacity 2200 kg 2400 kg
Cargo and Towing Score 7.5 7.7
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