The Q6 Makes History. Will it Be Remembered?

ACCELERATION – QUICKER THAN AUDI ADMITS

Audi claims 0–100 km/h in 5.9 seconds for the Q6 quattro, but we timed it at 5.2 seconds with a passenger onboard. It feels properly quick off the line. It's not neck-snapping, but enough to push you back in your seat and leave most traffic behind. From a standstill, there’s a moment of buildup before full thrust arrives (likely due to weight), and it tapers off above highway speeds as you'd expect from a dual-motor EV tuned for comfort. For 99% of drivers, it’s more than fast enough.

STYLING – MAKING A STATEMENT QUIETLY

At first glance, it looks like... well, every new Audi. Smooth, rounded edges give it a softer presence, reminiscent of the B8-era cars (which is a good thing), and it shares design language with the new Q5 and S5. But look closer, and the Q6 does assert itself. Split headlights and a bold, plastic-heavy grille treatment distinguish the front end. It doesn’t scream for attention, but it’s not invisible either. It’s modern Audi minimalism - familiar, but not stale.

PPE PLATFORM – THE INVISIBLE BENEFITS

Most buyers won’t care that the Q6 is built on Audi’s new PPE platform - but they’ll feel the benefits. Better efficiency. Proper one-pedal driving. Smarter power delivery. It can shut off the front motor to reduce drag when cruising. The regenerative braking is among the best we’ve used: predictable, progressive, and genuinely capable of bringing you to a full stop without touching the brake. The platform is tuned for comfort above all - and it shows.

COMFORT – LUXURY-LEVEL CALM

I said it in the video: I’ve never driven a Rolls-Royce, but I imagine it might feel like this. The Q6 delivers extraordinary ride quality - smooth, quiet, and utterly relaxed, even in Dynamic mode. The air suspension goes a long way in providing this feeling. It’s honestly one of the most comfortable EVs I’ve driven. The trade-off is that it's not exactly engaging. The steering is feather-light and you don’t get much feedback. But Audi’s not trying to make this a performance SUV - they’ve dialled it for serenity, and they nailed it. Oh, and there's plenty of space here for the family and your luggage. It feels more like a mid to large-size SUV in practice.

INTERIOR – BEAUTIFUL SCREENS, QUESTIONABLE DETAILS

Step inside and you’re greeted by Screen City. The massive curved display dominates the dashboard, with a secondary screen for the passenger in some trims. It’s slick and futuristic, but all that digital real estate leaves less room for texture and material interest. The seats are plush and supportive, and some materials  (like the upper dash and trim inlays) feel premium. But others let it down: the door cards, speaker grilles, lower dash, and centre console plastics don’t quite match the price point. It’s a great place to sit, but not a benchmark for luxury.

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RANGE, CHARGING & EFFICIENCY – EXCELLENT, IF YOU HAVE THE INFRASTRUCTURE

Real-world range is around 440 km from 80% charge, depending on your driving habits. It’s no 1,000 km solid-state concept, but it’s practical enough. Charging is where it shines - 10% to 80% in as little as 21 minutes if you can find a charger that supports its 800V architecture. Efficiency is also strong. In one instance, we spent 20 minutes crawling through heavy traffic and used just 1% of battery. For a mid-size luxury SUV, that’s impressive.

VERDICT

The Audi Q6 quattro doesn’t try to reinvent the EV game - it just quietly outperforms most of its rivals in the areas that matter: comfort, efficiency, real-world performance, and everyday usability. It’s not thrilling, but it’s deeply satisfying. If you're after a refined, tech-forward electric SUV that nails the fundamentals, this is the one to beat.