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Audi SQ6 e-tron
The Audi SQ6 e-tron is the performance version of the Q6 e-tron, a compact luxury electric crossover on Audi's Premium Platform Electric shared with the Porsche Macan II. Its twin-motor setup makes 360 kW (about 510 hp) on 800-volt architecture, and EV Care says pros outweigh cons for buyers honestly looking for that performance package, with a 540 km range figure that holds up under most conditions.
What the Audi SQ6 e-tron is
Wikipedia (opens in a new tab) lists the SQ6 as the performance version of the Q6 e-tron, a battery-electric compact luxury crossover SUV made by Audi since November 2023, model years from 2025, on the Premium Platform Electric shared with the Porsche Macan II and the Audi A6 e-tron, with an asynchronous front motor and a permanent-magnet synchronous rear motor. The SQ6 makes 360 kW, with 83-kWh or 100-kWh CATL batteries and up to 373 miles of WLTP range for the range on the Q6 lineup overall.
Ownership and performance
EV Care (opens in a new tab) says pros outweigh cons for the SQ6 e-tron as long as you are honestly looking for a performance electric SUV built on the Q6 e-tron with a 510-hp twin-motor setup and 800-volt architecture, and that it sits in the middle of Audi's lineup with its own particular shape, four clear pros, three clear cons and a 540 km range figure that holds up under most conditions.
Choosing a year
With production dating from November 2023 and U.S. model years starting 2025, there is limited year-over-year history to compare. See the 2025 SQ6 e-tron page for its specifications, and confirm any open recalls by VIN before buying.
Questions buyers ask
How much power does the Audi SQ6 e-tron make?
Wikipedia lists 360 kW for the SQ6, and EV Care describes it as a 510-hp twin-motor setup on 800-volt architecture.
What platform does the SQ6 e-tron share?
Wikipedia lists the Premium Platform Electric, shared with the Porsche Macan II and the Audi A6 e-tron.
Research map
Every major decision path.
The 2027 Audi SQ6 e-tron is built around Dual electric motors, rated at 483 horsepower across its compact performance electric SUV body style.
Explore this topic →02Trims and equipmentThe 2027 U.S. lineup has 2 trims.
Explore this topic →03Towing and capabilityThe 2027 SQ6 e-tron seats 5 and is a Compact performance electric SUV.
Explore this topic →04Safety and ownershipNHTSA recalls, complaints and crash ratings for the 2027 SQ6 e-tron.
Explore this topic →Current model year
2027 Audi SQ6 e-tron
Every SQ6 e-tron trim shares the same dual-motor AWD powertrain, 483 hp (509 hp with launch control) and 94.4-kWh battery. Audi dropped the entry Premium trim for MY2027, so Premium Plus is now the base.
Read specifications, trims, answers and sourcesModel-year archive
2 indexed Audi SQ6 e-tron model years.
| Model year | Trims | Open record |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Audi SQ6 e-tron | 2027 record → | |
| 2025 Audi SQ6 e-tron | 2025 record → |
Background and safety record
What public sources say about the Audi SQ6 e-tron.
The Audi SQ6 e-tron is built alongside the Audi Q6 e-tron, and public records cover the two together. Generation history, the fact box and background are on the Audi Q6 e-tron page; the safety record for the Audi SQ6 e-tron itself follows.
Recent recalls (2 campaigns across the latest model years)
- December 2025, Seat Belts:Rear/Other:Retractor. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 E-Tron, SQ6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 Sportback E-Tron, A6, A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 E-Tron, S5, and S6 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The automatic locking retractor may fail to engage when a child… Consequence: An improperly secured child seat can increase risk of injury during a crash.
- April 2025, Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 e-tron and Q6 e-tron vehicles. The rearview camera may show a blurry image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111… Consequence: A blurry rearview image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA for the 2027 Audi SQ6 e-tron, most often about back over prevention (1), forward collision avoidance (1).
Year by year
The Audi SQ6 e-tron across 2 model years.
| Model year | Combined MPG/MPGe | EPA annual fuel cost | EPA records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Audi SQ6 e-tron | 85–92 | $800–$900 | 4 |
| 2025 Audi SQ6 e-tron | 89–91 | $850 | 2 |
Year-to-year changes
What changed in the Audi SQ6 e-tron, one model year at a time.
| Step | EPA records | Combined MPG/MPGe, midpoint | Electric range, miles | Added | No longer listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 to 2027 | 2 to 4 | 90.0 to 88.5 | 279 to 275 | Labels: SQ6 e-tron (20 inch Tires), SQ6 e-tron (21 inch Tires), SQ6 Sportback e-tron (20 inch Tires), SQ6 Sportback e-tron (21 inch Tires) | Labels: SQ6 e-tron, SQ6 Sportback e-tron |
Trim by trim
Every 2027 Audi SQ6 e-tron trim side by side.
| Trim | Drive | Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Combined mpg | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium Plus | AWD | Dual Electric Motors | 509 | – | 5,390 | 4,400 | – | $74,495 |
| Prestige | AWD | Dual Electric Motors | 509 | – | 5,390 | 4,400 | – | $77,895 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for the 2027 model year; base price is KBB's national base price where its list carries the trim by the same name. A dash means KBB lists no figure.
Compared with
Models this Audi SQ6 e-tron is most often compared with.
Nearest Audi models
Other Audi models.
Frequent questions
Answers with their conditions intact.
Q01How many trims does the 2027 SQ6 e-tron come in?
The 2027 Audi SQ6 e-tron (compact performance electric SUV) comes in 2 trims: Premium Plus, Prestige.
Q02What are the 2027 SQ6 e-tron trims?
The 2027 Audi SQ6 e-tron trims are Premium Plus, Prestige, listed from the entry Premium Plus up to the top Prestige.
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2027 SQ6 e-tron use?
The 2027 Audi SQ6 e-tron is built around Dual electric motors, rated at 483 horsepower across its compact performance electric SUV body style.
Q04How much horsepower does the 2027 SQ6 e-tron have?
The 2027 Audi SQ6 e-tron is rated at 483 horsepower (Dual electric motors).
Q05Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2027 SQ6 e-tron?
The 2027 Audi SQ6 e-tron is offered with Standard AWD.