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Audi Q6 e-tron vs Subaru Outback comparison

Compare performance (490 HP vs 169 HP), boot space and price (54,400 £ vs 40,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q6 e-tron or Subaru Outback?

Audi Q6 e-tron vs Subaru Outback: Key differences

Audi Q6 e-tron

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  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Subaru Outback

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Subaru Outback is noticeably cheaper – starting at 40,000 £ , while the Audi Q6 e-tron costs 54,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,408 £.

Outback

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 Audi Q6 e-tron offers considerably more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 321 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q6 e-tron is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.2 s. That’s about 5.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q6 e-tron delivers significantly more torque with 855 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 603 Nm more.

Q6 e-tron

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Outback is visibly lighter – 1,643 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 557 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Outback offers barely more boot space – 561 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Outback carries very slightly more – 557 kg compared to 540 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q6 e-tron stands well ahead of its rival 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 £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 : 15.4 - 18.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 535 - 668 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

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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.

Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
54,400 - 82,500 £
Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 18.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
535 - 668 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
193 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,425 kg
Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
Trunk capacity
499 - 526 L
Trunk capacity
561 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,939 - 1,965 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
540 kg
Payload
524 - 557 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
252 - 490 HP
Power HP
169 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
450 - 855 Nm
Torque
252 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
185 - 360 kW
Power kW
124 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Subaru
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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