Audi’s most compelling EV yet? Looking for a midsize electric SUV that blends performance, tech, and unmistakable Audi design?
The 2025 Audi Q6 and SQ6 e-tron introduce Audi’s newest EV platform, striking digital lighting, advanced all-wheel-drive tech, and a futuristic multi-screen interior. With over 300 miles of estimated range, up to 510 horsepower in SQ6 form, and smart efficiency-focused engineering, the Q6 e-tron lineup represents Audi’s most convincing step forward in electric SUVs.
The all-new 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron, shown here in the higher-performance SQ6 trim, marks a major milestone for Audi’s electric lineup. Positioned squarely in the midsize SUV segment, it’s the first Audi built on the brand’s newest generation EV platform and showcases the latest evolution of Audi’s digital design, lighting technology, and electric performance.
At first glance, the Q6 e-tron looks familiar—but a closer inspection reveals meaningful changes that make it far more than just another Audi SUV.
Exterior Design: Familiar, but Sharper and Smarter
Audi sticks to its established design language, but the Q6 e-tron adds unique details that set it apart.
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Strong, muscular proportions with a pronounced shoulder line
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Inverted Singleframe grille design, now mostly closed for better aerodynamics
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Simplified 2D Audi badge up front
One of the biggest highlights is the lighting system. What appears to be the headlights are actually digital daytime running lights made up of 61 individual LED segments per side. These lights support welcome animations and allow owners to switch between 11 customizable themes via the dashboard.
The actual headlights are positioned lower in the front fascia, discreetly hidden in glossy black panels.
At the rear, a full-width light bar incorporates Audi’s latest digital OLED technology, offering:
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11 static light patterns in the U.S. market
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Animated safety signals that form hazard-style triangles during emergency braking or driver-assistance events
Audi is even exploring how the Q6 e-tron can visually communicate with other road users, adding an extra layer of safety and interaction.
Powertrain & Performance: Smart Quattro Electrification
At launch, the Q6 e-tron will be offered with dual-motor quattro all-wheel drive as standard.
Audi uses an asymmetrical AWD system:
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An on-demand asynchronous motor at the front, which disengages during cruising to reduce energy consumption
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A permanent magnet motor at the rear, serving as the primary drive unit
Both motors share similar internal components, allowing Audi to streamline production while maintaining performance.
Power Outputs
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Q6 e-tron quattro:
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315 kW standard output
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Boosts to 350 kW (~456 hp) for short bursts
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SQ6 e-tron:
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360 kW nominal
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Boosts to 380 kW (~510 hp)
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0–60 mph in approximately 4.2 seconds
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The SQ6 also introduces electric launch control and enhanced regenerative braking, including a one-pedal driving mode.
Battery, Range & Charging: Built for Efficiency
Both the Q6 and SQ6 e-tron use the same 100 kWh battery pack.
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Estimated range: Over 300 miles for the Q6 e-tron quattro
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Battery can split into two 400-volt banks, charging in parallel
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Features dual charging ports, one on each rear fender
While Audi plans to transition to Tesla’s NACS standard in the future, the Q6 e-tron will not adopt it at launch.
This clever battery architecture supports faster, more flexible charging while improving real-world usability.
Interior & Technology: Audi’s Digital Stage
Inside, the Q6 e-tron debuts Audi’s latest E3 electronic platform, centered around what Audi calls the Digital Stage.
The setup includes:
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11.9-inch digital instrument cluster
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14.5-inch curved OLED central display
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10.9-inch passenger display, with privacy technology to prevent driver distraction
There’s also a large augmented reality head-up display, projecting navigation, driver assistance, and infotainment data directly into the driver’s line of sight.
While the interior is more screen-heavy than before, it comes at the cost of fewer physical buttons—a move Audi hopes to balance with improved voice and visual controls.
Driving Impressions: Promising First Taste
A short prototype drive in the SQ6 e-tron revealed:
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Strong, immediate acceleration
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Smooth operation of regenerative braking modes
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Confident and controlled feel under performance-focused conditions
A full verdict on efficiency and ride quality will require extended public-road testing, but early impressions suggest a solid balance between performance and comfort.