Audi's FAW division initiates early sales of Q6L electric vehicles, integrating Huawei's advanced driver assistance technology.
The Audi Q6L e-tron and Q6L Sportback e-tron, two midsize electric SUVs, have been unveiled by Audi for the Chinese market. These vehicles are built on the PPE (Premium Platform Electric) platform, offering advanced technology and strong performance tailored specifically for the region.
Specifications and Performance
The Q6L e-tron is equipped with a 107 kWh lithium battery pack, providing an estimated range of over 700 km (approximately 435 miles) under the Chinese CLTC cycle. The Q6 Sportback e-tron, on the other hand, uses a slightly smaller 94.4 kWh usable battery, delivering an EPA range of 319 miles for the Q6 Sportback and 283 miles for the higher-performance SQ6 Sportback e-tron. Both models support 800-volt architecture, allowing fast charging at up to 270 kW.
The Q6L e-tron offers either a single rear 255 kW motor or a dual motor all-wheel drive version at 345 kW total output. The Q6 Sportback e-tron features dual motors (front asynchronous and rear synchronous) delivering 456 hp and a 0-60 mph time of 4.9 seconds, while the sportier SQ6 Sportback e-tron boosts output to 509 hp with a 0-60 mph sprint in 4.1 seconds.
Unique Features
The Q6L e-tron incorporates Huawei's "Qiankun" smart driving system, a technology customized for the Chinese market that emphasizes advanced intelligent driving assistance and connectivity. This integration reflects Audi's push to offer market-specific innovative features.
Both vehicles come with premium interiors and are designed to suit the luxury electric SUV segment, focusing on efficiency, practicality, and advanced tech integration.
Pricing and Availability
The Audi Q6L e-tron is priced at RMB 403,000, while the Q6L Sportback e-tron Long Range Edition is priced at RMB 373,000. The Audi Q6L e-tron Long Range Edition is available at a lower price of RMB 353,000, and the Pioneer Edition is priced at RMB 383,000. Test drives for both models are currently available at Audi dealerships.
The official launch of the Audi Q6L e-tron and Q6L Sportback e-tron models is scheduled for August. Pre-sales for the Q6L e-tron family began on July 26, and production at the Audi-FAW EV venture's plant has already started.
Summary Table
| Feature | Audi Q6L e-tron | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron | Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron | |-----------------------------|------------------------------|----------------------------------|-------------------------------------| | Battery Capacity | 107 kWh | 94.4 kWh (usable) | 94.4 kWh (usable) | | Estimated Range | >700 km (CLTC, ≈435 miles) | 319 miles (EPA) | 283 miles (EPA) | | Motor Output | 255 kW (single) / 345 kW (dual) | 456 hp (dual motor AWD) | 509 hp (dual motor AWD) | | 0-60 mph Time | Not specified | 4.9 seconds | 4.1 seconds | | Charging Time (25-80% or 10-80%) | ~10 minutes (25-80%) | 21 minutes (10-80%) | 21 minutes (10-80%) | | Charging Power | Up to 270 kW | Up to 270 kW | Up to 270 kW | | Special Tech Feature | Huawei Qiankun smart driving | Standard AWD, 800V platform | Sportier tuning and power upgrade |
In conclusion, the Audi Q6L e-tron stands out with its larger battery and higher range tailored for China, plus the exclusive Huawei Qiankun system. The Q6L Sportback e-tron and its SQ6 variant offer strong performance and fast charging with premium features targeting global markets, balancing power and efficiency in the luxury electric SUV segment.
The Audi Q6L e-tron and Q6L Sportback e-tron, unveiled for the Chinese market, are built on the PPE platform, offering advanced technology and strong performance. The Q6L e-tron features Huawei's Qiankun smart driving system, a technology customized for the Chinese market. Both vehicles are designed to suit the luxury electric SUV segment, focusing on efficiency, practicality, and advanced tech integration. The Q6L e-tron, equipped with a 107 kWh lithium battery pack, provides an estimated range of over 700 km, while the Q6 Sportback e-tron has a slightly smaller 94.4 kWh usable battery, delivering an EPA range of 319 miles for the Q6 Sportback and 283 miles for the SQ6 Sportback e-tron.
The Q6L e-tron offers a single rear 255 kW motor or a dual motor all-wheel drive version at 345 kW total output. The Q6 Sportback e-tron delivers 456 hp, and the sportier SQ6 Sportback e-tron boosts output to 509 hp. Both models support fast charging at up to 270 kW. The Audi Q6L e-tron is priced at RMB 403,000, the Q6L Sportback e-tron Long Range Edition at RMB 373,000, and the Pioneer Edition at RMB 383,000. The official launch is scheduled for August, and production has already started at the Audi-FAW EV venture's plant.
In the automotive industry, finance, transportation, and lifestyle sectors, the Audi Q6L e-tron and Q6L Sportback e-tron models represent a significant step forward in the adoption and promotion of electric vehicles, particularly in the Chinese market.
