Video Summary
-The A6 e-tron Sportback is unrelated to the existing A6.- Even-numbered Audi EV models will use even numbers in their name, such as A4 e-tron, and A6 e-tron.
- Audi combustion engine models stay the same, but A4 becomes A5 and A6 becomes A7.
- It's built on the PPE (Premium Platform Electric), codeveloped with Porsche.
- Advancements in motors, battery, and architecture promise enhanced efficiency, faster charging, and superior performance.
- An estate version exists but it's not expected to come to India.
- This A6 e-tron Sportback is headed to India in 2025.
- It has substantial design with the black appliques.
- The fastback tail gives the car its eye-catching shape.
- The full-width lighting is sleek.
- The glowing rear logo is a first for an Audi.
- Digital OLED taillamps have eight selectable patterns, able to display warning images.
- The split headlamps have semi-concealed grills and a mask on the bumper.
- Its frontal styling is a departure from the Audi template.
- LED DRLs are positioned up top and get eight selectable patterns.
- The A6 e-tron is the most aerodynamic Audi ever, which bodes well for range.
- The new organic styling is a change; angular cars are preferred.
- The interior contains the latest from Audi.
- It has a screen-heavy interior.
- The digital dials are 11.9 inches.
- The main touchscreen is 14.5 inches.
- There is an optional dedicated 10.9-inch screen for the front passenger.
- Optional virtual mirrors add screens near the A-pillars, which is five screens in clear sight, along with a head-up display with augmented reality.
- There’s a lack of EV information displayed.
- The head-up display with augmented reality is relied upon the most while driving.
- In terms of quality, the A6 e-tron marks a return to form for Audi; everything seen and touched feels very high end.
- It feels easy going, and the car wants to do luxury well.
- Four of the 20 Bang & Olufsen sound system’s speakers are integrated onto the front headrests.
- Soft-close doors are included.
- Rear seat headroom is tight due to the sloping roofline, and the seat's knee's-up position reduces comfort.
- There's no provision for a spare tire on the European spec model.
- The tailgate is powered.
- Lithium-ion battery, with nickel-manganese-cobalt chemistry, in 83 kWh and 100 kWh capacities.
- Rear-motor and dual-motor layouts.
- With a rear-mounted motor, power is rated at 367 horsepower, up to 380 on call with launch control, and torque is 565 Nm.
- Audi prices are expected to be around ₹1 crore ex-showroom.
- It contains regen braking, with adjustable levels via paddle shifters. There’s also a “B” mode for stronger one-pedal driving.
- Regen braking marries with the friction brakes well and provides a very natural feel.
