Video Summary
Here's the summary:- The design of the Audi Q6 e-tron is typical for a mid-sized Audi crossover.
- It has short overhangs and a muscular rear shoulder line, which contribute to a neat aesthetic.
- Standard 19-inch wheels can be upgraded to 21 inches.
- For the first time in an Audi, rear tires are wider than the front for improved handling.
- The car is equipped with active digital light signatures at the front that are customizable.
- Taillights have three OLED panels, with 60 segments that act as a safety warning by displaying triangles.
- Proximity sensors flash brightly on the taillights if a car gets too close.
- Back seating is comfortable, featuring a comfortable middle seat (according to Audi), door bins, dual climate control, heated rear seats, and an armrest with cupholders.
- Every Q6 model has a curved screen which includes a virtual cockpit and an Android-based infotainment system.
- The AI assistant knows over 800 commands and learns driving preferences.
- The quality of the interior is considered exceptional and is fully customizable.
- There's ample storage up front including good-sized door bins, a central storage unit, wireless charging, and cupholders.
- The ride is considered smooth, quiet, and refined.
- The steering is sharper than the average Audi SUV, and the chassis is agile.
- The standard Q6 e-tron has twin electric motors, all-wheel drive, and 388 horsepower.
- The SQ6 model tested produces 490 horsepower (or 517 with launch control) and goes from 0 to 62 mph in 4.3 seconds.
- Range for this model is better than many EVs, at 381 miles.
- With a 270 kW charging rate, a 10% to 80% charge takes 21 minutes, or you can gain 158 miles of range in 10 minutes.
- With three trim levels (sport, s line and edition one), Sport trim is more than adequate.
- Cost is under 69,000 pounds for a base Q6 or 93,000 pounds for the SQ6.
- BMW iX3 and the Mercedes EQC start around 65,000 pounds but the Q6 feels more cutting-edge than the Mercedes.
- A rear-wheel-drive version is due out at a later date for a cheaper price point.
- From now through mid-2025, Audi will give you the 3,000 pound sound and vision pack for free.
