2025 Audi A6 e-tron Sportback review - A6 sense | Autocar India
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-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.