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

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) has a starting price of €96200, compared to the Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…), which starts at €88190.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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-…).