With the launch of the Audi Q6 E-Tron, electric vehicle enthusiasts had high expectations. Audi did not disappoint, offering the Q6 and the more powerful SQ6, both equipped with a mighty 100-kWh battery (94.9-kWh net), promising exceptional range and superior performance. Also announced are Sportback versions and a rear-wheel drive version that will offer an even longer range. Of course, it is a fully electric car, which is almost logical in 2024, but they waited a long time at Audi. Now they are back in the game.
With a capacity battery pack 100 kWh (94.9 kWh usable capacity) The Audi Q6 E-Tron sets new standards in electric mobility. This extraordinary battery capacity promises to be the standard version Q6 55 E-Tron and more powerful SQ6 offered impressive achievements that will satisfy even the most demanding users. It is based on the new Premium Platform Electric (PPE) architecture, which is the result of collaboration between Audi and Porsche and where we also find the new Porsche Macan.
We expect it will Q6 55 E-Tron with its 380 hp and dual engine and four-wheel drive, it offered ranges measured according to the WLTP standard that will exceed 600 km. This impressive range will be combined with exceptional performance and fast charging, thanks to an advanced 800-volt system that allows the battery to be charged from 10 to 80 percent in less than half an hour. Of particular interest is the Q6 E-Tron's fast charging capability 800 volts; the car can be charged from 10 to 80 percent in 21 minutes when connected to the DC fast charger with 270 kW. Which is about as fast as the Koreans and should be a must for premium brands.
The SQ6 (pictured) will go one step further, with two engines and a power of 490 hp, which will provide accelerations of up to 100 km/h (60 mph) in less than 4.2 seconds. With the same battery as Q6 55 E-Tron, SQ6 it is not only a more powerful version, but also a symbol of Audi's desire to join the Silicon Valley brand.
The cabin of the Q6 E-Tron is dominated by technological perfection, which is confirmed by the 11.9-inch driver's screen and the 10.9-inch screen for the passenger, which is designed so that the driver cannot see it. This unique layout allows every passenger in the vehicle to feel included in the interactive driving experience.
What's more, the Audi Q6 E-Tron offers an augmented reality option with an advanced projection system that projects images and information onto the driver's windshield, creating the illusion that objects are up to 200 meters in front of the vehicle. This technology not only improves driving safety, but also ensures that the driver is always focused on the road.
In addition, the Audi Q6 E-Tron is fully connected and supports updates via the Internet, meaning that its features can be improved and upgraded over time without the need for physical service visits. Audi describes its E3 system as a “future-ready, standardized framework”, ensuring that the vehicle will remain at the cutting edge of technology for years after purchase.
Audi Q6 E-Tron and SQ6 combine cutting-edge technology, outstanding performance and timeless Audi aesthetics in an all-electric package. With promising ranges, powerful engines and advanced fast charging technology, these vehicles represent a remarkable step forward in electric mobility. Maybe at just the right moment. With these models, Audi not only confirms its commitment to an electric future, but also sets a new milestone in the segment of luxury electric vehicles. In other words, he joins the game at the last moment.
