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Audi Q6 e-tron vs Porsche Cayenne - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (490 HP vs 1156 HP), boot space and price (54400 £ vs 87000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q6 e-tron or Porsche Cayenne?

Audi Q6 e-tron

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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Porsche Cayenne

3.3 (2 Reviews)
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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 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 54400 £ , while the Porsche Cayenne costs 87000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32572 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Audi Q6 e-tron: with 15.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the Porsche Cayenne with 19.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.10 kWh.

As for electric range, the Audi Q6 e-tron performs slight better – achieving up to 656 km, about 14 km more than the Porsche Cayenne.

Cayenne

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Cayenne has a clearly edge – offering 1156 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 666 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 2.50 s, while the Audi Q6 e-tron takes 4.40 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Cayenne performs evident better – reaching 305 km/h, while the Audi Q6 e-tron tops out at 230 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Cayenne pulls convincingly stronger with 1500 Nm compared to 855 Nm. That’s about 645 Nm difference.

Q6 e-tron

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Porsche Cayenne is barely noticeable lighter – 2130 kg compared to 2200 kg. The difference is around 70 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers distinct more room – 781 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 255 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Porsche Cayenne performs a bit better – up to 1708 L, which is about 179 L more than the Audi Q6 e-tron.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Cayenne noticeable takes the win – 705 kg compared to 540 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Cayenne is clearly superior overall 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.

Audi Q6 e-tron
Porsche Cayenne

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from about £87,000
Cayenne

Porsche Cayenne

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 353 - 1156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4 - 12.2 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.7 - 20.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 74 - 642 km

Audi Q6 e-tron

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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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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Porsche Cayenne

3.3 (2 Reviews)
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Few SUVs blend athletic poise and Teutonic precision like the Porsche Cayenne, putting genuine sports‑car feeling into a roomy, everyday package. If you want a practical family hauler that still makes you grin every time you merge, the Cayenne delivers — turning errands into an excuse for a spirited drive.

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Audi Q6 e-tron
Porsche Cayenne

Costs and Consumption

Price
54400 - 91900 £
Price
87000 - 186400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4 - 12.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 18.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
482 - 656 km
Electric Range
74 - 642 km
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 277 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
70 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2200 - 2425 kg
Curb weight
2130 - 2720 kg
Trunk capacity
499 - 526 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
Length
4771 mm
Length
4930 mm
Width
1939 - 1965 mm
Width
1980 - 1989 mm
Height
1665 - 1685 mm
Height
1652 - 1698 mm
Max trunk capacity
1361 - 1529 L
Max trunk capacity
1344 - 1708 L
Payload
540 kg
Payload
365 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
252 - 490 HP
Power HP
353 - 1156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
210 - 230 km/h
Max Speed
248 - 305 km/h
Torque
450 - 855 Nm
Torque
500 - 1500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
185 - 360 kW
Power kW
260 - 850 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2995 - 3996 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C, A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Porsche
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q6 e-tron have?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.