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Audi Q6 e-tron vs VW Passat - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (490 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (54400 £ vs 35700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q6 e-tron or VW Passat?

Audi Q6 e-tron

5 (2 Reviews)
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VW Passat

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Passat has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 35700 £, while the Audi Q6 e-tron costs 54400 £. That’s a price difference of around 18694 £.

As for range, the Audi Q6 e-tron performs decisively better – achieving up to 656 km, about 521 km more than the VW Passat.

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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 has a decisively edge – offering 490 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 218 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q6 e-tron is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 4.40 s, while the VW Passat takes 5.80 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Passat 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 decisively stronger with 855 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 455 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

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In curb weight, VW Passat is distinct lighter – 1573 kg compared to 2200 kg. The difference is around 627 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Passat offers distinct more room – 690 L compared to 526 L. That’s a difference of about 164 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Passat performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1920 L, which is about 391 L more than the Audi Q6 e-tron.

When it comes to payload, VW Passat slight takes the win – 577 kg compared to 540 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi Q6 e-tron shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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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
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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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VW Passat

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The VW Passat is the grown-up family car that gets the basics absolutely right — roomy, comfortable and built to handle weekday commutes and weekend getaways without fuss. It won't set your pulse racing, but its calm composure and sensible packaging make it boring in the best possible way: a dependable, no‑drama choice for buyers who value practicality over flash.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
54400 - 91900 £
Price
35700 - 58500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 8 L
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 18.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
482 - 656 km
Electric Range
124 - 135 km
Battery Capacity
75.8 - 94.9 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
28 - 181 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2200 - 2425 kg
Curb weight
1573 - 1858 kg
Trunk capacity
499 - 526 L
Trunk capacity
510 - 690 L
Length
4771 mm
Length
4917 mm
Width
1939 - 1965 mm
Width
1849 mm
Height
1665 - 1685 mm
Height
1521 mm
Max trunk capacity
1361 - 1529 L
Max trunk capacity
1770 - 1920 L
Payload
540 kg
Payload
501 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
252 - 490 HP
Power HP
122 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 7.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
210 - 230 km/h
Max Speed
212 - 250 km/h
Torque
450 - 855 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
185 - 360 kW
Power kW
90 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW

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What drivetrain options does the Audi Q6 e-tron have?

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

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