Global EV Comparison: Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron quattro vs Q8 e-tron 55 quattro
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2025-…) has a starting price of €77100, compared to the Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…), which starts at €87300.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron quattro | Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Belgium, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €77100 | €87300 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €62890 |
| GCC Score | 7.8 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) has a larger battery, the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron quattro | Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 459 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 636 km | 582 km |
| Range (GCC) | 541 km | 455 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 114 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 94.9 kWh | 106 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.5 kWh/100 km | 23.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.7 km/kWh | 4.29 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.6 | 5.8 |
Charging
The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 270 kW, while the Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) maxes out at 170 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 quattro | Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 270 kW | 170 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8.4 | 6.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron quattro | Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 285 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 382 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 855 Nm | 664 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9 s | 5.6 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6 | 5.6 |
Dimensions
The Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2025-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron quattro | Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4771 mm | 4915 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2193 mm | 2189 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1939 mm | 1937 mm |
| Height | 1665 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2889 mm | 2928 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (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 Q6 Sportback e-tron quattro (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…).
| Property | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron quattro | Audi Q8 e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2400 kg | 2585 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 511 l | 569 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1373 l | 1637 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 64 l | 62 l |
| Towing Capacity | 2400 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.6 | 7.7 |
