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Audi Q6 e-tron vs Polestar 5 comparison

Compare performance (490 HP vs 884 HP), boot space and price (54,400 £ vs 101,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q6 e-tron or Polestar 5?

Audi Q6 e-tron vs Polestar 5: Key differences

Audi Q6 e-tron

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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Polestar 5

  • substantially more power
  • barely more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Q6 e-tron

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi Q6 e-tron is clearly cheaper – starting at 54,400 £ , while the Polestar 5 costs 101,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 47,229 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Audi Q6 e-tron is slightly more efficient: consuming 15.6 kWh/100km compared to 17.6 kWh/100km for the Polestar 5. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 5 offers barely more range – reaching up to 670 km, about 14 km more than the Audi Q6 e-tron.

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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 Polestar 5 offers substantially more power – delivering 884 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 394 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 5 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Audi Q6 e-tron takes 4.4 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 5 delivers moderately more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 855 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

Q6 e-tron

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Audi Q6 e-tron offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Audi Q6 e-tron is moderately lighter – 2,200 kg compared to 2,462 kg. The difference is around 262 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 5 has only a minor advantage in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £101,700
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Polestar 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 748 - 884 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.6 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 565 - 670 km
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Audi Q6 e-tron

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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Reviews Audi Q6 e-tron

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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Monika
6 Nov 2025, 16:29:37

A slightly inflated price relative to the equipment included in this car.

Bula
11 Oct 2025, 08:59:08

Comfortable, but feels a bit firmer (over small bumps) than the Q5. You can tell the car has some heft!! The electric power — 388 PS / 285 kW BEV — is incredible. The battery drops pretty quickly if you push the beast a little. The advertised 600 km range is generous on paper; expect more like 500, or even 450 in winter. The onboard technology is surprising and pushed to the extreme. After trying it, it's hard to go back to a non-electric model.

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The Polestar 5 represents the Swedish automaker's bold vision for the future of electric vehicles, marrying cutting-edge design with sustainable automotive innovation. With its sleek silhouette and minimalist aesthetics, the vehicle stands out in a crowd, delivering a nod to Scandinavian design principles. Beyond its striking appearance, the Polestar 5 is engineered to offer exceptional performance and efficiency, making it a compelling choice for environmentally conscious drivers seeking luxury and innovation.

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Polestar 5

Costs and Consumption
Price
54,400 - 82,500 £
Price
101,700 - 121,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
535 - 656 km
Electric Range
565 - 670 km
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,425 kg
Curb weight
2,462 - 2,465 kg
Trunk capacity
499 - 526 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
4,771 mm
Length
-
Width
1,939 - 1,965 mm
Width
2,015 mm
Height
1,665 - 1,685 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,361 - 1,373 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
540 kg
Payload
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Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
252 - 490 HP
Power HP
748 - 884 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 3.9 s
Max Speed
210 - 230 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
450 - 855 Nm
Torque
812 - 1,015 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
185 - 360 kW
Power kW
550 - 650 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Polestar
What drive types are available for the Audi Q6 e-tron?

The Audi Q6 e-tron is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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