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Volvo ES90 vs Audi A6 Sportback e-tron
The Volvo ES90 and Audi A6 Sportback e-tron are premium electric sedans. Both target buyers moving from executive ICE sedans into EVs. The ES90 focuses on safety, comfort, and minimal design. The A6 e-tron leans toward performance, tech, and a sportier profile.
Range differs by platform and battery setup. The ES90 is expected to deliver around 600 km WLTP in long-range form, while the A6 Sportback e-tron targets up to about 700 km WLTP on its most efficient variant. Charging speeds also differ. Audi’s PPE platform supports up to 270 kW DC fast charging, enabling rapid top-ups. Volvo’s SPA2 platform is expected to support fast charging near 200–250 kW, with slightly longer charging windows.
Pricing places both in the upper premium segment. The A6 Sportback e-tron is expected to start slightly lower than the ES90 in most markets, though trims overlap. Availability favors Audi in the short term, with earlier rollout across Europe and China. Volvo follows with a staggered launch. This comparison helps you decide between longer range and faster charging or a safety-first design with a comfort bias.
Within their brands, Volvo also offers EVs like the EX90 and EX30, while Audi fields models such as the Q6 e-tron and e-tron GT. Key rivals for the ES90 include the BMW i5 and Mercedes-Benz EQE. The A6 e-tron competes with the Tesla Model S and Lucid Air, both offering strong range and performance benchmarks.
The ES90 offers a calm ride, strong safety systems, and a clean cabin layout, but it has higher expected pricing and fewer performance-focused variants. The A6 Sportback e-tron delivers higher peak charging speeds, longer top-end range, and sharper handling, though rear headroom may be tighter and options pricing can rise fast.
QUICK VERDICT; Pick the ES90 if you value comfort, safety, and a relaxed drive. Choose the A6 Sportback e-tron if range, charging speed, and driving dynamics rank higher.
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| Price | $72,000.00 $77,600.00 |
| Our Rating | |
| Brand | Volvo AUDI |
| Category | Electric Cars Electric Cars |
MODEL
| Available Trims / Variants |
Volvo ES90 Single Motor Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Performance Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro Audi S6 Sportback e-tron |
PRICE & AVAILABILITY
| Base Price (USD) |
€ 72,000 £ 69,200 - Volvo ES90 Single Motor € 89,000 £ 82,800 - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor € 94,500 £ 87,400 - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Performance € 65,600 - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron € 78,400 - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance € 82,600 - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro € 101,550 - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron |
| Availability Status | Available to order. Released 2025, March Available to order. Released 2024, September |
BATTERY & CHARGING
| Battery Capacity |
88 kWh usable, 92 kWh total - Volvo ES90 Single Motor 102 kWh usable, 106 kWh total - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor 102 kWh usable, 106 kWh total - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Performance 75.8 kWh usable, 83 kWh total - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron 94.9 kWh usable, 100 kWh total - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance 94.9 kWh usable, 100 kWh total - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 94.9 kWh usable, 100 kWh total - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron |
| Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) |
404 mi WLTP - Volvo ES90 Single Motor 435 mi WLTP - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor 435 mi WLTP - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Performance 390 mi WLTP - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron 470 mi WLTP - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance 445 mi WLTP - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 419 mi WLTP - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron |
| DC Charging (Max kW) |
CCS 300 kW max, 10-80% in 20 min - Volvo ES90 Single Motor CCS 350 kW max, 10-80% in 20 min - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor CCS 350 kW max, 10-80% in 20 min - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Performance CCS 225 kW max, 10-80% in 21 min - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron CCS 270 kW max, 10-80% in 21 min - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance CCS 270 kW max, 10-80% in 21 min - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro CCS 270 kW max, 10-80% in 21 min - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron |
| AC Charging (Max kW) |
Type 2 11 kW
Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 8 h - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Type 2 22 kW Type 2 11 kW - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance Type 2 22 kW Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 10 h - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro Type 2 22 kW Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 10 h - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron Type 2 22 kW |
| Energy Consumption |
259 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo ES90 Single Motor 275 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor 275 Wh/mi WLTP - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Performance 219 Wh/mi WLTP - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron 227 Wh/mi WLTP - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performace 237 Wh/mi WLTP - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 253 Wh/mi WLTP - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron |
PERFORMANCE
| Power Output (kW / hp) |
RWD 333 hp (245 kW) - Volvo ES90 Single Motor AWD 449 hp (330 kW) - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor AWD 680 hp (500 kW) - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Performance RWD 326 hp (240 kW) - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron RWD 381 hp (280 kW) - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance AWD 462 hp (340 kW) - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro AWD 551 hp (405 kW) - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron |
| 0–100 km/h / 0-60 mph (seconds) 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. |
6.9 sec 0-62 mph - Volvo ES90 Single Motor 5.5 sec 0-62 mph - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor 4 sec 0-62 mph - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Performance 6 sec 0-62 mph - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron 5.4 sec 0-62 mph - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance 4.5 sec 0-62 mph - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 3.9 sec 0-62 mph - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron |
| Torque (Nm) |
354 lb-ft (480 Nm) - Volvo ES90 Single Motor 670 Nm (494 lb-ft) - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor 870 Nm (642 lb-ft) - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Performance 435 Nm (321 lb-ft) - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron 565 Nm (417 lb-ft) - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance 580 Nm (428 lb-ft) - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 855 Nm (631 lb-ft) - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron |
| Top Speed (km/h / mph) |
112 mph (180 km/h)
130 mph (210 km/h) - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron 130 mph (210 km/h) - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance 130 mph (210 km/h) - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro 149 mph (240 km/h) - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron |
BODY & DIMENSIONS
| Dimensions (L×W×H mm) | 196.9 x 76.5 x 61.0 in (5000 x 1942 x 1549 mm) 194.0 x 75.7 x 58.5 in (4928 x 1923 x 1487 mm) |
| Trunk/Boot Capacity (L) | EU: 15.8 ft³, 44.4 ft³ max EU: 17.7 ft³, 47.0 ft³ max |
| Body Style | 5 door Liftback, 5 seats 5 door Liftback, 5 seats |
| Kerb Weight (kg) |
EU: 2441 kg unladen, 2850 kg gross - Volvo ES90 Single Motor EU: 2628 kg unladen, 3040 kg gross - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor EU: 2628 kg unladen, 3040 kg gross - Volvo ES90 Twin Motor Performance EU: 2175 kg unladen, 2675 kg gross - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron EU: 2250 kg unladen, 2750 kg gross - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron performance EU: 2360 kg unladen, 2860 kg gross - Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro EU: 2400 kg unladen, 2870 kg gross - Audi S6 Sportback e-tron |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 7.1 in (180 mm) |
| Frunk/Bonnet Capacity (L) | 0.8 ft³ 1.0 ft³ |
SAFETY & DRIVER ASSISTANCE
COMFORT & SEATING
| Seating Capacity | Heated and ventilated front seats with massage, heated and ventilated rear seats Heated and ventilated front seats |
DISPLAYS & CONNECTIVITY
| Centre Screen (inches) | 14.5" touchscreen 14.5" touchscreen |
| Driver's Display (inches) | 9" 11.9" |
| Head-Up Display (HUD) | Yes, projector type Yes |
TECHNOLOGY
ADDITIONAL SPECS
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Disclaimer Note
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