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Audi Q6 e-tron vs Tesla Model X

Audi Q6 e-tron vs Tesla Model X

The Audi Q6 e-tron and Tesla Model X are luxury electric SUVs built for different buyer priorities. The Q6 e-tron sits in the midsize premium SUV class with focus on efficiency, modern interior tech, and daily practicality. The Model X sits in the large luxury SUV segment with three-row seating and strong performance. Buyers who want a balanced premium EV for commuting and family use look at the Q6 e-tron. Buyers who need more cabin space, high acceleration, and advanced driver software look at the Model X.

Range and charging differ due to battery size and platform design. The Q6 e-tron reaches around 600 km WLTP depending on variant. The Model X reaches about 560 km EPA range for the Long Range version. The Q6 e-tron uses an 800-volt platform with peak DC fast charging near 270 kW. The Model X uses a 400-volt architecture with peak charging around 250 kW through the Supercharger network. Both recharge from about 10 percent to 80 percent in roughly 20 to 30 minutes depending on charger conditions.

Price positioning places the Q6 e-tron lower than the Model X in most markets. Audi targets the midsize premium EV segment, while Tesla places the Model X in the large luxury SUV class with higher starting prices. The Q6 e-tron launches across Europe, China, and other EV markets through Audi dealerships. The Model X sells globally through Tesla direct sales channels. This comparison helps buyers decide between a midsize efficiency-focused SUV and a larger performance-oriented electric SUV.

The Audi Q6 e-tron offers long range, modern Audi interior technology, and efficient 800-volt charging, yet rear seating space is smaller than large SUVs and performance levels stay below high-end EV rivals. The Tesla Model X offers strong acceleration, large interior space with optional third row, and access to the Supercharger network, yet build quality varies and its large body reduces efficiency compared with smaller SUVs.

Quick verdict; Choose the Audi Q6 e-tron if you want a midsize electric SUV with strong range and efficient charging. Choose the Tesla Model X if cabin space, acceleration, and large SUV practicality rank higher than efficiency.

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	Audi Q6 e-tron Tesla Model X

Price	$63,000.00 $78,000.00
Our Rating	6.3 5.8
Brand	AUDI TESLA
Category	Cars Cars

MODEL

Models

Audi Q6 e-tron
Audi Q6 e-tron performance
Audi Q6 e-tron quattro
Audi SQ6 e-tron Tesla Model X Long Range+
Tesla Model X Plaid

LAUNCH

Announced	2024, March 18 2021
Status	Available to order. Released 2024, September - Audi Q6 e-tron Available to order. Released 2024, August - Audi Q6 e-tron performance Available to order. Released 2024, April - Audi Q6 e-tron quattro Available to order. Released 2024, May - Audi SQ6 e-tron Available to order. Released 2021
Country of origin	Germany United States
Base Price	$ 63,800 € 63,500 £ 60,000 - Audi Q6 e-tron € 68,800 - Audi Q6 e-tron performance $ 65,800 € 74,700 £ 69,000 - Audi Q6 e-tron quattro $ 72,900 € 93,800 £ 93,000 - Audi SQ6 e-tron $ 78,000 € 100,000 - Tesla Model X Long Range+ $ 93,000 € 116,000 -Tesla Model X Plaid

PERFORMANCE

Power	RWD 292 hp (215 kW) - Audi Q6 e-tron RWD 326 hp (240 kW) - Audi Q6 e-tron performance AWD 382 hp (285 kW) - Audi Q6 e-tron quattro AWD 509 hp (380 kW) - Audi SQ6 e-tron AWD 670 hp (410 kW) - Tesla Model X Long Range+ AWD 1020 hp (760 kW) - Tesla Model X Plaid
Torque	332 lb-ft (450 Nm) - Audi Q6 e-tron 485 Nm (358 lb-ft) - Audi Q6 e-tron performance 855 Nm (631 lb-ft) - Audi Q6 e-tron 855 Nm (631 lb-ft) - Audi SQ6 e-tron 755 Nm (557 lb-ft) - Tesla Model X Long Range+ 1200 Nm (885 lb-ft) - Tesla Model X Plaid
Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is.	6.3 sec 0-60 mph (7 sec 0-62 mph) - Audi Q6 e-tron 6.6 sec 0-62 mph - Audi Q6 e-tron performance 4.9 sec 0-60 mph (5.9 sec 0-62 mph) - Audi Q6 e-tron quattro 4.1 sec 0-60 mph (4.3 sec 0-62 mph) - Audi SQ6 e-tron 3.8 sec 0-60 mph (3.9 sec 0-62 mph) - Tesla Model X Long Range+ 2.5 sec 0-60 mph (2.6 sec 0-62 mph) - Tesla Model X Plaid
Max Speed	130 mph (210 km/h) - Audi Q6 e-tron 130 mph (210 km/h) - Audi Q6 e-tron performance 130 mph (210 km/h) - Audi Q6 e-tron quattro 143 mph (230 km/h) - Audi SQ6 e-tron 155 mph (250 km/h) - Tesla Model X Long Range+ 163 mph (262 km/h) - Tesla Model X Plaid
transmission	Single-speed Single-speed

BATTERY

Capacity	75.8 kWh usable, 83 kWh total - Audi Q6 e-tron 94.9 kWh usable, 100 kWh total - Audi Q6 e-tron performance 94.9 kWh usable, 100 kWh total - Audi Q6 e-tron quattro 94.9 kWh usable, 100 kWh total - Audi SQ6 e-tron 92.2 kWh usable, 100 kWh total
Tech	Liquid-cooled Li-ion NCM (800V type) Liquid-cooled Li-ion 360V
Range	331 mi WLTP (321 mi EPA) - Audi Q6 e-tron 398 mi WLTP - Audi Q6 e-tron performance 388 mi WLTP (307 mi EPA) - Audi Q6 e-tron quattro 372 mi WLTP (275 mi EPA) - Audi SQ6 e-tron 388 mi WLTP (335 mi EPA) - Tesla Model X Long Range+ 364 mi WLTP (326 mi EPA) - Tesla Model X Plaid
Consumption	259 Wh/mi WLTP - Audi Q6 e-tron 266 Wh/mi WLTP - Audi Q6 e-tron performance 274 Wh/mi WLTP - Audi Q6 e-tron quattro 282 Wh/mi WLTP - Audi SQ6 e-tron 307 Wh/mi WLTP (320 Wh/mi EPA) - Tesla Model X Long Range+ 335 Wh/mi WLTP (340 Wh/mi EPA) - Tesla Model X Plaid
Recuperation	Yes, up to 220 kW 1 level, no coasting, no regen when pedal braking
Heat Pump
AC Charging	Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 8 h - Audi Q6 e-tron Type 2 11 kW - Audi Q6 e-tron performance Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 10 h - Audi Q6 e-tron quattro Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 10 h - Audi SQ6 e-tron Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 10 hours 15 min Type 2 22 kW, 0-100% in 7 hours
DC Charging	CCS 225 kW max, 10-80% in 21 min - Audi Q6 e-tron CCS 260 kW max, 10-80% in 22 min - Audi Q6 e-tron performance CCS 270 kW max, 10-80% in 21 min - Audi Q6 e-tron quattro CCS 270 kW max, 10-80% in 21 min - Audi SQ6 e-tron Supercharger V3 250 kW max, 10-80% in 30 min - CCS

BODY

Type	5 door SUV, 5 seats 5 door SUV, 5/6/7 seats
Platform	PPE
Dimensions	4771 x 1939 x 1685 mm (187.8 x 76.3 x 66.3 in) 5057 x 2073 x 1680 mm (199.1 x 81.6 x 66.1 in)
Drag Co-Efficient	0.3 Cd 0.24 Cd
Wheelbase	2899 mm (114.1 in) 2965 mm (116.7 in)
Clearance	146 - 206 mm (5.7 - 8.1 in)
Weight	EU: 2200 kg unladen, 2740 kg gross - Audi Q6 e-tron EU: 2275 kg unladen, 2815 kg gross - Audi Q6 e-tron performance EU: 2400 kg unladen, 2940 kg gross - Audi Q6 e-tron quattro EU: 2425 kg unladen, 2965 kg gross - Audi SQ6 e-tron EU: 2415 kg unladen - Tesla Model X Long Range+ EU: 2539 kg unladen - Tesla Model X Plaid
Suspension	Front/rear 5-link Adaptive Air suspension
Wheels	R18,R19,R20,R21 R20, R22
Trunk/Boot	EU: 526 l, 1529 l max EU: 1050 l, 2410 l max
Frunk/Bonnet	64 l 183 l
Towing	EU: 750 kg unbraked, 2000 kg braked - Audi Q6 e-tron EU: 750 kg unbraked, 2000 kg braked - Audi Q6 e-tron performance EU: 750 kg unbraked, 2400 kg braked - Audi Q6 e-tron quattro EU: 750 kg unbraked, 2400 kg braked - Audi SQ6 e-tron EU: 2250 kg braked - Tesla Model X Long Range+ EU: 2268 kg braked - Tesla Model X Plaid

DISPLAYS

Centre	14.5" touchscreen 17" swivel touchscreen
Driver's Display	11.9" 12.3"
Head-Up	Yes, with augmented reality No
Others	10.9" front passenger display 9.4" rear passenger touchscreen

COMFORT

Seats	Heated and ventilated front seats, massage (unconfirmed) Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, heated third row seats
Roof	Panoramic glass roof All-glass roof
Parking Aids	Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, remote park assist plus 6 front and rear sensors, reversing camera, Parking Assist
Connectivity	Android Automotive OS
Others	Three-zone climate control

SAFETY

Airbags	Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system 12 airbags: front, side, rear, head airbag system, front seats knee airbags
Driving Aids	Radars, cameras, 12 sensors. Lane Keeping Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, Warn and Brake Assist, Pedestrian/cyclists protection, Exit Warning, Rear and Front Cross Traffic Alert, High Beam Assist 7 cameras: front, side and rear, 6 front and 6 rear sensors (up to 250m object detection). Automatic Emergency Braking, Dynamic Brake Lights, Lane Assist, Collision Avoidance Assist, Speed Assist, Lane Departure Avoidance, Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control
Self Driving	Autopilot with full Self-Driving capability
Crash Tests	NCAP 2024: 5 stars NCAP 2019: 5 stars, NHTSA 2017-2021: 5 stars