Global EV Comparison: Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro vs Polestar 2 Long Range Performance
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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 Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2021-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €33450 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Liftback.
| Property | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro | Polestar 2 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2021-2023 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | China |
| Body Style | Liftback | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €79800 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €33450 |
| GCC Score | 7.5 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2021-2023).
| Property | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro | Polestar 2 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 607 km | 418 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 716 km | 468 km |
| Range (GCC) | 588 km | 397 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 78 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 94.9 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.1 kWh/100 km | 18.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.2 km/kWh | 5.29 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.4 | 6.4 |
Charging
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2021-2023) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 270 kW, while the Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2021-2023) maxes out at 150 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro | Polestar 2 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 270 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8 | 6.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2021-2023) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro | Polestar 2 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 340 kW | 350 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 456 hp | 469 hp |
| Motor Torque | 855 Nm | 680 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 s | 4.4 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 205 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.3 | 6 |
Dimensions
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2021-2023).
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro | Polestar 2 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4928 mm | 4606 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2137 mm | 1985 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1923 mm | 1859 mm |
| Height | 1455 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 2735 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-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Polestar 2 Long Range Performance (2021-2023).
| Property | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro | Polestar 2 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2360 kg | 2110 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 502 l | 405 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1330 l | 1095 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 27 l | 41 l |
| Towing Capacity | 2100 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.7 | 5 |