Audi Q6 e-tron adds long-awaited Sportback “Two-color global limited edition model also available”

Audi Q6 e-tron Sportback

Roofline 40mm lower than SUVs

The exterior of the Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron.

The Audi Q6 e-tron series is based on the PPE (Premium Platform Electric), a platform jointly developed by Audi and Porsche for high-performance BEVs. The Q6 Sportback e-tron, now available in Japan, is an SUV coupe model that combines the interior space of an SUV with the style of a coupe, achieving more functional and beautiful proportions. The

sloping roofline, reminiscent of the design of the original TT Coupe, creates an elegant, streamlined silhouette, highlighting its sporty aesthetic. The entire roof design has been revised from the SUV model, resulting in a vehicle height up to 40mm lower than the SUV, and excellent aerodynamic performance achieves a Cd value of 0.26. This aerodynamic performance also contributes to a range increase of up to 20km compared to the SUV. The

vertically positioned front section is housed in a fully enclosed, three-dimensional single frame. The mask, available in either Selenite Silver or high-gloss black, beautifully covers the side air intakes. The “Digital Daytime Running Lights” positioned high up can be adjusted to suit the scene.  

The greenhouse has been chosen to have a lower, svelte shape in contrast to the powerful body. Its gentle curves create a shadow effect that contrasts with the sharp lines and edges of the body. The dynamically tapered rear section combines sporty elegance with strength. A third independent brake light is incorporated into the edge of the flat rear window.

Soft wrap interior design

Limited edition "edition one" of the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron. — The digitalized interior features a “soft wrap design” in which the doors and dashboard become one and envelop the passengers.

The interior features a “soft wrap design” in which the doors and dashboard envelop the driver and passengers. The “MMI Panorama Display” uses a curved design and OLED technology and is comprised of an 11.9-inch Virtual Cockpit Plus and a 14.5-inch MMI touch display. A 10.9-inch MMI passenger display and an AR head-up display can be added as options.  

Storage space is provided by a 511L luggage compartment and a 64L front trunk (frunk). By folding the rear seats, the luggage capacity can be expanded to a maximum of 1373L. The long wheelbase of 2895mm ensures ample rear seat space, and 25L of storage space is also available inside the vehicle.

 The SQ6 e-tron has a range of 685km

 The Q6 Sportback e-tron, which will be introduced in Japan, will be available in two battery sizes and two drive variations. The Q6 Sportback e-tron is equipped with a high-voltage battery with a total capacity of 83 kWh. It delivers a maximum output of 215 kW in launch control mode, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.0 seconds, and has a range of 589 km.

The Q6 Sportback e-tron quattro, equipped with a high-voltage battery with a total capacity of 100 kWh, delivers a maximum output of 285 kW and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds with its quattro all-wheel drive system, with a range of 663 km. The sports grade SQ6 Sportback e-tron is equipped with two motors on the front and rear axles, boasting a maximum system output of 380 kW in launch control mode and swift acceleration of 0 to 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds. It has a range of 685 km, the longest in the series. 

The Q6 Sportback e-tron is equipped with cutting-edge charging technology, incorporating 800V technology into the standard battery. In Europe, this allows for a maximum charging output of 270kW, enabling the battery to be charged from 10% to 80% in approximately 21 minutes at a High Power Charging (HPC) station. An intelligent thermal management system supports the charging function.

In Japan, it supports up to 135kW. When using the 150kW rapid charger, the maximum output in Japan, installed at Audi charging hubs in Kioicho and Shiba Park, and at Audi dealerships in Japan, the charging level can be increased from 10% to 80% in approximately 35 minutes. It also supports 8kW AC charging, allowing for smooth charging at home or in public facilities.

Two global limited edition models introduced

This time, the limited edition models “Q6 Sportback e-tron edition one grey” and “Q6 Sportback e-tron edition one blue” to commemorate the worldwide launch will also be introduced in Japan.

The limited edition model, which comes in two body colors, is based on the Q6 Sportback e-tron quattro and comes standard with five optional packages: the sporty S line package, dark Audi rings & black styling package, function package, technology package, and luxury package.

Special equipment includes exclusive dark headlight housings, red brake calipers, and 21-inch Audi Sport aluminum wheels. The interior is also equipped with high-tech mesh anthracite decorative panels, making it a fully equipped model worthy of being a limited-edition launch model. In the Japanese market, 80 units of the Magnet Gray “edition one grey” and 20 units of the Ascari Blue Metallic “edition one blue” will be introduced.  