Global EV Comparison: Cadillac Optiq AWD vs Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) has a starting price of €96200, while the Cadillac Optiq AWD (2024-…) is not sold in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq AWD | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA, China | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €96200 |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 7.7 |
Range and Efficiency
With identical energy efficiency, Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) outpaces Cadillac Optiq AWD (2024-…) in real-world range thanks to its bigger battery.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq AWD | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 486 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 607 km |
| Range (GCC) | 462 km | 516 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 89 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 85 kWh | 94.9 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.4 kWh/100 km | 18.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.44 km/kWh | 5.44 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.4 | 8.1 |
Charging
The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Cadillac Optiq AWD (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 Cadillac Optiq AWD (2024-…) maxes out at 150 kW.
The Cadillac Optiq AWD (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq AWD | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11.5 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 270 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 8.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq AWD | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), IM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 224 kW | 380 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 300 hp | 510 hp |
| Motor Torque | 480 Nm | 855 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.1 s | 4.3 s |
| Top Speed | 182 km/h | 230 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.7 | 6.8 |
Dimensions
The Cadillac Optiq AWD (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq AWD | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4820 mm | 4771 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2126 mm | 2193 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | - Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1939 mm |
| Height | 1644 mm | 1665 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2954 mm | 2889 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Cadillac Optiq AWD (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…), but the Cadillac Optiq AWD (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Cadillac Optiq AWD (2024-…).
| Property | Cadillac Optiq AWD | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2381 kg | 2400 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 744 l | 511 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1603 l | 1373 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 64 l |
| Towing Capacity | 680 kg | 2400 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.4 | 7.6 |
