Audi Q6 e-tron SQ6 e-tron
0/5 (0)
$151,400
Manufacturer's List Price (MLP)
Excludes on-road costs
BMW X5 xDrive50e
0/5 (0)
$149,900
Recommended Retail Price (RRP)
Excludes on-road costs

Vehicle Overview

Key specifications and features at a glance

Q6 e-tron SQ6 e-tron
Overview
X5 xDrive50e
2024 - Present
Year
2018 - Present
100
Engine
2998
—
Power
230
Electric
Fuel
PHEV
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
5
Seating
5

Detailed Specifications

Complete technical specifications comparison

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Q6 e-tron SQ6 e-tron
Specification
X5 xDrive50e
—
Engine Capacity
2998
—
Engine Code
B58
—
Cylinder Configuration
Inline
—
Number of Cylinders
6
—
Aspiration
Turbocharged
100
Battery Capacity
—
100
Battery Capacity Gross
29.5
94.9
Battery Capacity Usable
25.7
Lithium-ion
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
528 km (WLTP)
Electric Range
—
18.4
Energy Consumption
—
380
Power
230
580
Torque
450
4.3
0–100 km/h
—
230
Top Speed
250
11
AC Charging Power
11
270
DC Fast Charging Power
—
Type-2
AC Connector
—
Ccs2
DC Connector
—
10–80% in 21 min (Maximum DC rapid charging under suitable conditions)
DC Charging
—
Yes
Heat Pump
Yes
Yes
Regenerative Braking
—
AWD
Drive Type
AWD
—
Fuel Economy Combined
1.9
—
Emission Standard
Euro 6
—
Tyre Size
275 / 45R20 front, 305 / 40R20 rear
21
Wheel Size
20
5
Number of Doors
5
5
Seating Capacity
5
Ventilated disc
Front Brakes
Ventilated disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brakes
Ventilated disc
Five-link
Front Suspension
Double wishbone
Five-link
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Electric variable-ratio power steering
Steering Type
Electric power-assisted rack and pinion
7
Number of Airbags
8
2400
Towing Capacity
2700
—
Turning Circle
12.6

Dimensions & Weight

Physical specifications and measurements

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Q6 e-tron SQ6 e-tron
Dimension
X5 xDrive50e
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
69
4771
Length
4935
1939
Width
2004
1648
Height
1765
2899
Wheelbase
2975
185
Ground Clearance
214
2425
Kerb Weight
2420
526
Boot Space
500
1529
Boot Space (Seats Folded)
—
64
Frunk Space
—

Features Comparison

Standard and optional equipment comparison

Safety

Q6 e-tron SQ6 e-tron
Feature
X5 xDrive50e
Adaptive Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Traffic Sign Recognition
Driver Attention Monitor
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
360 Camera
Reverse Camera
Hill Start Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Rear Occupant Alert

Comfort

Q6 e-tron SQ6 e-tron
Feature
X5 xDrive50e
Keyless Entry
NFC Keyless Entry
Push Button Start
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Power Tailgate
Remote Start
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Memory Seats
Auto Dimming Mirror
Rain Sensing Wipers
Adaptive Headlights

Interior Exterior

Q6 e-tron SQ6 e-tron
Feature
X5 xDrive50e
Leather Seats
Fabric Seats
Ambient Lighting
Sunroof
Panoramic Roof
LED Headlights
Matrix LED Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Alloy Wheels
Roof Rails
Rear Privacy Glass
Power Folding Mirrors

Technology

Q6 e-tron SQ6 e-tron
Feature
X5 xDrive50e
Touchscreen Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Built-in Navigation
Premium Audio System
Head-Up Display
USB-C Ports
Bluetooth Connectivity
Voice Control
Connected Car App

Charging & Battery Tech

Q6 e-tron SQ6 e-tron
Feature
X5 xDrive50e
AC home charging
DC fast-charge capable
Scheduled charging
Charging Cable Included
Portable Charger Included
Wall Charger Compatible
Battery Preconditioning
Heat Pump

EV / Hybrid Drive Features

Q6 e-tron SQ6 e-tron
Feature
X5 xDrive50e
Regenerative braking
Drive mode select
EV / hybrid drive modes
One Pedal Driving
V2L
V2G

PHEV / EV-specific features

Q6 e-tron SQ6 e-tron
Feature
X5 xDrive50e
EV Drive Mode
Hybrid Drive Mode
Charge Mode
Charge Scheduling
DC Fast Charging Support

Electric vehicle features

Q6 e-tron SQ6 e-tron
Feature
X5 xDrive50e
Aero Alloy Wheels
Charging Port Light Indicator

Pros & Cons

Strengths and weaknesses of each vehicle

Audi Q6 e-tron SQ6 e-tron

Pros

  • +Very rapid electric performance
  • +Adaptive air suspension
  • +Strong quattro traction
  • +Ultra-fast 270kW charging
  • +Premium technology-rich cabin

Cons

  • −Very high purchase price
  • −Shortest range of these variants
  • −Heavy kerb weight
  • −Expensive 21-inch tyres
  • −No vehicle-to-load function

BMW X5 xDrive50e

Pros

  • +Up to 101 km electric range
  • +Strong 360 kW system output
  • +Low official combined consumption
  • +Useful 2700 kg towing capacity
  • +Quiet electric urban driving

Cons

  • −Smaller 500 litre boot
  • −Heaviest regular X5 variant
  • −Needs regular charging
  • −No DC fast charging
  • −Higher price than six-cylinder models

Which one should you buy?

Best for Performance: BMW X5 xDrive50e

System power around 360 kW supports a solid performance score. Combined system power is prioritised for plug-in hybrid scoring.

Best Overall: Audi Q6 e-tron SQ6 e-tron

Across performance, value, efficiency, and practicality, this variant shows a balanced overall profile.

Our Recommendation

Choose Audi Q6 e-tron SQ6 e-tron if: You prioritise performance and responsive power.

Choose BMW X5 xDrive50e if: You prioritise performance and responsive power.

Bottom Line: BMW X5 xDrive50e leads on performance.

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