- Audi just revealed a refreshed Q6 Sportback e-tron with a new sleeker, more aerodynamic design
- Dual motors paired to a 100-kWh battery provide impressive power and 270-kW DC fast-charging
- Advanced tech includes an augmented-reality HUD, customizable lighting, and Android Automotive OS
Audi has launched the latest addition to its expanding electric vehicle (EV) lineup: the Q6 Sportback e-tron and SQ6 Sportback e-tron. These new models join Audi’s vast collection of coupe-like SUVs under the “Sportback” moniker and body style. The vehicles will be available in the U.S. in 2025; and will also be offered in Canada at a yet-to-be-announced date.
The Q6 Sportback e-tron and SQ6 Sportback e-tron are built on the same Premium Platform Electric (PPE) architecture as the “regular” Q6 e-tron SUVs. The new Sportback models debuted at the 2024 Paris Motor Show and share the same powertrain options as the Q6 e-tron SUV, too. However, the Sportback body style has a lower, more aerodynamic profile, featuring a 1.4-inch reduction in roof height compared to the SUV variant.
The Q6 Sportback e-tron and the high-performance SQ6 Sportback e-tron are powered by a dual-motor setup plugged into a 100-kWh battery. The Q6 Sportback e-tron produces 422 horsepower (456 peak) while the SQ6 ramps that up to 483 horsepower (509 peak). Charging tech is advanced, with 270-kW DC fast-charging capabilities allowing the battery to go from 10% to 80% in just 21 minutes under ideal conditions.
Audi has also improved driving dynamics for the Sportback models by redesigning the front axle and incorporating a rear-biased all-wheel-drive system. The vehicles include passive Frequency Selective Damping (FSD) and adaptive air suspension to enhance handling and comfort across various driving conditions.
Audi’s e-tron GT family inspires the exterior design of the Q6 Sportback e-tron. The sloping roofline, lower greenhouse, and bold front grille contribute to its distinctive appearance, while the rear features dynamic design elements such as a continuous light strip and sharp body lines.
Inside, the Q6 Sportback e-tron is fitted with Audi’s MMI panoramic display system, which includes an 11.9-inch virtual cockpit and a 14.5-inch touch display. The infotainment system runs on Android Automotive OS.
Audi has introduced several advanced technologies in the Q6 Sportback e-tron, including customizable digital light signatures for the headlights and OLED rear lights, which can be personalized through the myAudi app. The vehicle also features an augmented reality (AR) head-up display that projects driving information directly onto the windshield.
Pricing and full performance details will be announced closer to the 2025 release date in North America. Canadian-market-specific info is still forthcoming; however, we expect little to no changes will be made compared to the U.S. car.
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