The debut of the Audi Q6 e-tron heralds a significant milestone as the inaugural production model built on the Premium Platform Electric (PPE), signaling Audi’s progression towards delivering premium electric mobility. Noteworthy for its exceptional driving dynamics, rapid charging capabilities, heightened efficiency, and extensive range, the Q6 e-tron represents a leap forward in Audi’s electric vehicle offerings.
Embodying the distinctive styling of Audi’s SUV lineage fused with a refined e-tron design language, the Q6 e-tron exemplifies the brand’s commitment to innovative aesthetics. Inside, a new design ethos and cutting-edge technologies introduced in this model pave the way for the next era of electric mobility under the Four Rings banner, transforming the promise of “Vorsprung durch Technik” into a tangible everyday experience.
With the advent of the Q6 e-tron lineup, Ingolstadt’s plant proudly becomes the origin of Audi’s foray into electric mobility, solidifying its position as a pioneer in the field.
The PPE, developed jointly with Porsche, and the E3 1.2 electronic architecture are important milestones in the expansion of Audi’s global range of electrically powered models.
The Q6 e‑tron underpins Audi’s promise to offer electric vehicles in all core segments by 2027.
“Built on the new PPE platform, the Audi Q6 e-tron is the next technological leap in premium electric mobility for our customers,” said Gernot Döllner, Chairman of the Board of Management of AUDI AG, at the world premiere at the main plant in Ingolstadt.
Colour: Plasma blue metallic
“The PPE shows how we are pooling expertise within the Volkswagen Group and thus making electric mobility scalable. Thanks to the PPE, we can launch high-volume models with high technical standards in different segments and thus further electrify our portfolio.”
Powerful, compact, and highly efficient electric motors, as well as a newly developed lithium-ion battery consisting of twelve modules and 180 prismatic cells with a total gross capacity of 100 kWh (94.9 net) ensure a range of up to 625 km.
Thanks to 800‑volt technology and a maximum charging capacity of 270 kW as standard, short charging stops are possible with the Audi Q6 e-tron. Up to 255 km can be recharged in just 10 minutes at an appropriate charging station (High Power Charging, HPC).
Colour: Plasma blue metallic
The Audi Q6 e-tron is positioned in the premium midsize segment and, with a length of 4,771 millimetres, a width of 1,993 millimetres and a height of 1,648 millimetres, the SUV offers maximum space, comfort, and suitability for everyday use.
World-first in lighting technology
With the Q6 e-tron, Audi is not only starting a new chapter in electric mobility, but also in an important part of Audi’s DNA: lighting technology. With the world’s first active digital light signature, the electric SUV is ushering in a new era characterised by design and aesthetics that are unique to Audi.
A software module in one of the five domain computers of the Audi Q6 e-tron makes this form of light signature possible. In the case of the second-generation digital OLED rear lights, the six OLED panels with a total of 360 segments generate a new image every 10 milliseconds using a specially developed algorithm. Thanks to the perfect symbiosis between the lighting design and the new technology, the light in the new Audi Q6 e-tron appears livelier and more intelligent than ever before. The active digital light signature also points the way to the future of Audi lighting technology.
At the front, the active digital light signature is created by the interaction of the algorithm with 12 segments that dim up and down. At the rear, all digital OLED segments are used for this purpose. The individual light segments interact in such a way that the total light intensity of the light signature does not vary.
With the second generation of digital OLED rear lights, the Audi Q6 e-tron takes lighting design, functionality and therefore road safety to a new level. For the first time, the digital OLED rear lights can communicate with the vehicle’s surroundings in a targeted manner (Car‑to‑X). Audi has also taken the safety functions to a new level. The proximity detection system already known from other Audi models has been extended in the new Q6 e-tron to include the communication light. It warns other road users of accident and breakdown sites. In addition to the regular taillight graphics, the communication light displays a specific static taillight signature with integrated warning symbols in the digital OLED combination rear light in critical driving or traffic situations.
The technology, which is debuting in the Audi Q6 e-tron, also sets new standards in terms of individualisation: With a total of up to eight digital light signatures in the redesigned daytime running lights of the Matrix LED headlights and in the digital OLED rear lights 2.0, owners can individualise their Q6 e-tron in a completely new way.
The new infotainment system uses Android Automotive OS as its operating system for the first time. Content is always up to date thanks to over-the-air updates. The latest Audi connect services and the enhanced e-tron route planner, included as standard, are therefore always up to date. Apps such as YouTube are available via the store for third-party apps, which is integrated directly into the MMI and does not require a smartphone.
The Q6 e-tron is under consideration for a South African introduction in Q4 2024 or Q1 2025.
