2026 Audi Q6 e-tron on the new PPE platform

Audi

2026 Audi Q6 e-tron

Medium luxury electric SUV

On sale nowBattery electric

From $89,900 plus on-road costs

The Q6 e-tron is Audi's first PPE platform electric SUV, co-developed with Porsche (which shares the architecture under the Macan Electric).

From$89,900+ORC
Range (WLTP)585 km
Power360 kW
DC charge270 kW
Warranty5 yrs / unlimited km. EV

CarTell take

We haven't driven the Q6 e-tron yet. On paper, if you only need 400V charging speeds, the Q4 e-tron is cheaper. Confirm 22 kW AC option if you have three phase at home. Software updates have been frequent on early cars.

Why consider it

  • 800V PPE architecture, 270 kW DC peak and a 21 minute 10 to 80 top up.
  • Up to 625 km WLTP on the rear drive performance variant.
  • 5 star ANCAP under the 2025 protocol, AR head up display optional, 64 L frunk on top of a 526 L boot.

What to know

  • Entry price has stepped up significantly versus the outgoing Q5.
  • 5 year warranty trails MG, BYD and Polestar.
  • Android Automotive interface still being patched in early ownership.

Who it suits

Fast charge regulars who want 800V hardware, touring families chasing 625 km WLTP on the performance RWD, and performance EV buyers drawn to the SQ6.

Small families

Practical everyday space

EV first-timers

585 km WLTP, charge at home

Keen drivers

360 kW on tap

Premium buyers

Cabin quality up top

Range, charging and ownership

EV essentials at a glance.

585 km

WLTP range

Real-world range will vary with speed, weather and load.

270 kW

DC fast charging

AC charging at home up to 11 kW.

8 yrs / 160,000 km

Battery warranty

Vehicle warranty 5 yrs / unlimited km. EV.

Grades and pricing

4 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.
GradePrice fromRangePowerDC chargeKey differences
Q6 e-tron$89,900 +ORC270 kWMY27 pricing from October 2026 builds, with more standard equipment.
Q6 Sportback e-tron$89,900 +ORC270 kWMY27 pricing from October 2026 builds, with more standard equipment.
SQ6 e-tron quattro$129,900 +ORC360 kW270 kWMY27 pricing from October 2026 builds, with more standard equipment.
SQ6 Sportback e-tron quattro$134,900 +ORC585 km WLTP360 kW270 kWMY27 pricing from October 2026 builds, with more standard equipment.

Q6 e-tron

$89,900 +ORC

DC charge
270 kW

MY27 pricing from October 2026 builds, with more standard equipment.

Q6 Sportback e-tron

$89,900 +ORC

DC charge
270 kW

MY27 pricing from October 2026 builds, with more standard equipment.

SQ6 e-tron quattro

$129,900 +ORC

Power
360 kW
DC charge
270 kW

MY27 pricing from October 2026 builds, with more standard equipment.

SQ6 Sportback e-tron quattro

$134,900 +ORC

Range
585 km WLTP
Power
360 kW
DC charge
270 kW

MY27 pricing from October 2026 builds, with more standard equipment.

Practicality and safety

5-star ANCAP

Safety rating. Rated 2025

RWD or AWD

Drivetrain

Top rivals

Look at the alternatives if you want a longer warranty (Polestar, BYD, MG), sub $100k entry pricing, or a more conventional luxury cabin (BMW iX3 on Neue Klasse).

Frequently asked questions

How much is the 2026 Audi Q6 e-tron in Australia?

Pricing opens at $99,818 plus on-roads for the Q6 e-tron and tops out at $156,318 plus on-roads for the SQ6 Sportback e-tron quattro, across 6 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.

What is the Audi Q6 e-tron range?

Up to 625 km WLTP on the rear drive Q6 e-tron performance, and around 575 km WLTP on the dual motor quattro variants, all from the 94.9 kWh usable battery.

How fast does the Audi Q6 e-tron charge?

270 kW DC peak on the 800V PPE platform, returning a 10 to 80 per cent top up in around 21 minutes. AC charging is 11 kW standard, with 22 kW optional.

How fast is the Audi SQ6 e-tron?

Audi claims 4.3 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h on the SQ6 e-tron, drawn from 380 kW of boost power and dual motor AWD.

The Audi Q6 e-tron in full

The Q6 e-tron is Audi's first PPE platform electric SUV, co-developed with Porsche (which shares the architecture under the Macan Electric). 800V hardware brings 270 kW DC peak charging and around a 21 minute 10 to 80 top up. Three drivetrains across two bodies, all on the 94.9 kWh usable battery: Q6 e-tron performance RWD with 625 km WLTP, Q6 e-tron quattro dual motor, and the 380 kW SQ6 e-tron flagship. MMI Digital Stage with optional passenger display, AR head up display, and 5 star ANCAP under the 2025 protocol.

From$89,900+ORC
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