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Audi A5 Sportback vs Audi Q6 e-tron - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (38700 £ vs 54400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or Audi Q6 e-tron?

Audi A5 Sportback

Audi Q6 e-tron

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A5 Sportback

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi A5 Sportback has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38700 £, while the Audi Q6 e-tron costs 54400 £. That’s a price difference of around 15686 £.

As for range, the Audi Q6 e-tron performs significantly better – achieving up to 656 km, about 546 km more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

Q6 e-tron

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q6 e-tron has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 490 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 123 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q6 e-tron is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.40 s, while the Audi A5 Sportback takes 4.50 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi A5 Sportback performs barely noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Audi Q6 e-tron tops out at 230 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q6 e-tron pulls distinct stronger with 855 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 305 Nm difference.

A5 Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Audi Q6 e-tron offers slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Audi A5 Sportback is evident lighter – 1770 kg compared to 2200 kg. The difference is around 430 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q6 e-tron offers somewhat more room – 526 L compared to 445 L. That’s a difference of about 81 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi Q6 e-tron performs a bit better – up to 1529 L, which is about 230 L more than the Audi A5 Sportback.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q6 e-tron minimal takes the win – 540 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi Q6 e-tron proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi Q6 e-tron is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £54,400
Q6 e-tron

Audi Q6 e-tron

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 252 - 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 18.9 kWh
  • Electric Range : 482 - 656 km
Audi A5 Sportback
Audi Q6 e-tron

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Audi A5 Sportback

The Audi A5 Sportback dresses up sleek coupe proportions with the everyday sense of a practical hatchback, so you get striking looks without the compromises. Behind the wheel it balances poise and comfort with premium trimmings that make daily driving feel a little bit special — ideal for buyers who want style and substance in equal measure.

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Audi Q6 e-tron

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The Audi Q6 e-tron balances sleek, coupe-like styling with a roomy, upscale interior that feels modern without being showy. It delivers refined electric performance and smart tech that make daily driving effortless — the sort of EV that might make petrolheads grudgingly admit they fancy the future.

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Audi A5 Sportback
Audi Q6 e-tron
A5 Sportback
Q6 e-tron

Costs and Consumption

Price
38700 - 68600 £
Price
54400 - 91900 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 18.9 kWh
Electric Range
107 - 110 km
Electric Range
482 - 656 km
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1770 - 2170 kg
Curb weight
2200 - 2425 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
499 - 526 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
4771 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1939 - 1965 mm
Height
1429 - 1444 mm
Height
1665 - 1685 mm
Max trunk capacity
1175 - 1299 L
Max trunk capacity
1361 - 1529 L
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
540 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 367 HP
Power HP
252 - 490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 230 km/h
Torque
280 - 550 Nm
Torque
450 - 855 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
110 - 270 kW
Power kW
185 - 360 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Audi
Is the Audi A5 Sportback offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.