Audi Q6 and SQ6 e-tron now on sale

THE long-awaited Audi Q6 and SQ6 e-tron SUVs have begun their arrival into Australian dealerships, introducing what’s arguably one of many model’s most necessary native fashions by way of total gross sales.

Constructed upon the identical 800-volt Premium Platform Electrical (PPE) platform because the Porsche Macan E, the medium-size Audi Q6 e-tron vary is priced from $115,000 plus on-road prices.

It’s going to take the combat to rivals together with not solely the Macan E, but additionally the BMW iX3, Lexus RZ 450e, Mercedes-Benz EQC, and Polestar 3.

All Australian variants share a excessive degree of specification and efficiency, in addition to a standard battery.

The 94.9kWh (internet) battery pack can present as much as a claimed 568km driving vary and settle for cost at as much as 270kW (DC), permitting a 10-80 per cent recharge in 21 minutes.

Three grades will likely be supplied initially – the rear-wheel drive Q6 e-tron Efficiency ($115,000), all-wheel drive Q6 e-tron quattro ($122,500), and the sporty SQ6 e-tron quattro ($151,400).

For the Q6 e-tron Efficiency we discover an output of 225kW/485Nm permitting a 0-100km/h time of 6.7 seconds and prime velocity of 210km/h. Driving vary is listed at a claimed 558km primarily based on the WLTP cycle.

The mid-tier Q6 e-tron quattro ups the ante with 285kW/580Nm output determine, 5.9 second 0-100km/h time, and an identical 210km/h prime velocity. Driving vary drops marginally to a claimed 542km, once more primarily based on WLTP calculations.

Lastly, for the flagship SQ6 e-tron quattro, we discover an output determine of 360kW/580Nm, 0-100km/h time of 4.4 seconds, v-max of 230km/h, and a driving vary citation of a claimed 568km – the most effective of all three attributed to the mannequin’s adaptive journey top improved aerodynamics.

Characteristic highlights of the ‘entry’ grade embrace 19-inch alloy wheels, Matrix LED headlights, towing preparation, keyless entry and begin, tri-zone local weather management, a heated steering wheel, heated entrance and outboard rear seats, powered entrance seats with driver-side reminiscence, and a powered tailgate with gesture management.

The Q6 e-tron Efficiency additional provides an 11.9-inch digital instrument panel, 14.5-inch infotainment array, and 10.9-inch passenger display screen, 360-degree digicam system, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, wi-fi smartphone charging pad, and DAB+ digital radio reception.

Security applied sciences are plentiful, with highlights together with adaptive cruise management, autonomous emergency braking, blind spot warning, exit warning, lane departure warning, park help, rear cross-traffic alert, and velocity signal recognition to call however just a few.

The Q6 e-tron quattro provides Audi’s S line exterior and inside styling packages, 20-inch Audi Sport alloy wheels, flat top- and backside steering wheel, black inside headlining, aluminium pedals, and illuminated entrance aluminium door sill covers with S brand.

Lastly, for the SQ6 e-tron quattro, and incremental to these options listed above, we discover metallic paint, adaptive air suspension, 21-inch Audi Sport alloys, rear privateness glass, red-painted brake callipers, OLED tail-lights, and a panoramic sunroof.

Inside, we discover an electrically adjustable steering column, augmented actuality head-up show, B&O premium sound, colored ambient cabin lighting, and S sport seats with Nappa leather-based and therapeutic massage perform (entrance).

In customising the Q6 e-tron duo, patrons might possibility the Tech Professional pack with adaptive air suspension, electrically adjustable steering column, and digital OLED tail-lights for $4900; or the Premium pack with panoramic sunroof, augmented actuality head-up show, B&O premium sound, high-capacity USB charging ports, and acoustic entrance window glazing for $8900.

The Q6 e-tron Efficiency is additional accessible with a Fashion pack including S line exterior, 20-inch Audi Sport alloy wheels, black exterior garnishing, and rear privateness glass for $5000; whereas the Q6 e-tron quattro is obtainable optionally with a Fashion pack that provides 21-inch Audi Sport alloy wheels, black exterior garnishing, and rear privateness glass for $3600.

In opposition to the tape, the five-seat Audi Q6 e-tron measures 4771mm in size, 1939mm in width, 1648mm in top, and 2899mm between the entrance and rear axle centres. It will possibly maintain 526 litres of cargo within the rear and an additional 64 litres up entrance.

All variants carry a tyre restore equipment in lieu of a spare wheel.

As with all Audi automobiles, the Q6 e-tron vary is backed by a five-year/limitless kilometre guarantee with eight-year/160,000km protection on the high-voltage battery pack.

Roadside help is included at some point of the guarantee interval.

On the time of publication, service intervals and pricing had but to be introduced.

Go to GoAuto once more quickly for our Australian launch assessment of the 2025 Audi Q6 and SQ6 e-tron vary.

2025 Audi Q6 and SQ6 e-tron pricing*:

*Pricing excludes on-road prices.