Audi S6 Sportback e-tron· 2026
★ 8.5
2026 Audi S6 Sportback e-tron
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Audi S6 Sportback e-tron

8.5/ 10 Expert Score
Starting at$97,500
Fuel TypeElectric
Power543 hp
Range405 mi
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Trims & Variants

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AWD
Edition 1
$97,500
Power
543 hp
0–60 mph
3.9s
Full Specifications
FeatureEdition 1
AWD
Specifications
Starting MSRP$97,500
DrivetrainAWD
EngineTwin Permanently-Excited Synchronous e-Motors — 551 PS (405 kW) / 580 Nm Combined; 800V PPE
Horsepower543 hp
City MPG—
Highway MPG—
0–60 mph3.9s
Curb Weight—
Features
Blind Spot Monitor—
Adaptive Cruise Control✓
Surround View Camera—
Parking Sensors✓
Heated Steering Wheel—
Heads-Up Display (HUD)✓
Keyless Entry✓
Push Button Start✓
Remote Start—
Dual-Zone Climate✓
Sunroof / Moonroof✓
Panoramic Roof✓
Fog Lights—
Heated Seats✓
Ventilated Seats✓
Memory Seats—
Premium Audio✓
Wireless Charging✓
Navigation✓
Apple CarPlay✓
Android Auto✓
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Full Specifications

Engine
Engine TypeTwin Permanently-Excited Synchronous e-Motors — 551 PS (405 kW) / 580 Nm Combined; 800V PPE
Displacement—
Compression Ratio—
Max Power543 hp
Max Torque428 lb-ft
Rev Limit—
InductionElectric (Dual-Motor AWD; 800V Architecture; 100 kWh Gross / 94.9 kWh Usable; 270 kW DC Peak; 11 kW AC)
Transmission
GearboxSingle-Speed Reduction Gearbox (Each Motor)
DriveAWD
DifferentialTwin-Motor quattro AWD — Rear-Biased, Highly Variable Torque Distribution Between Front and Rear Axle; Adaptive S Air Suspension Standard (Lowerable up to 20 mm, 4 Ride Heights via Audi drive select)
Clutch—
Fuel
Fuel TypeElectric
Fuel Economy (City)—
Fuel Economy (Highway)—
Fuel Economy (Combined)—
Fuel Tank—
Fuel GradeElectric (800V; 270 kW DC / 11 kW AC Dual Charge Ports: CCS Driver-Side + Type 2 Passenger-Side)
CO₂ Emissions0
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Performance Figures

0–60 mph3.9seconds
Top Speed149 mph
Power543hp
Torque428 lb-ft
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Expert Scores

★ 8.5/10
Performance9
Design9
Technology9.5
Comfort8.5
Value7.5
Engine9
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Pros & Cons

What we love
✓S6 Sportback e-tron Edition 1: 543 hp from twin electric motors with rear-biased quattro AWD; 3.9s 0–62 mph with launch control; 405-mile WLTP range from a 94.9 kWh usable 800V battery — usable range that matches the very best in this segment
✓270 kW DC peak charging (10–80% in ~21 minutes) via dual charge ports: CCS driver-side (AC + DC) and Type 2 passenger-side — charge both connections simultaneously for AC top-up while parked
✓Adaptive S air suspension with dynamic damper control (lowerable up to 20 mm, 4 selectable ride heights) and staggered 21" Audi Sport alloys (245/40 R21 front / 275/35 R21 rear) give a sharply tailored ride-and-handling balance
✓Full Edition 1 interior: electric Sport seats Plus in Milano / Fine Nappa leather with diamond stitching, front ventilation + massage, heated front and outer rear seats, Dinamica black softwrap and ambient lighting plus (Sound & Vision Pack)
✓Technology suite: 11.9" Virtual Cockpit + 14.5" MMI + 10.9" passenger display; Augmented Reality HUD; Audi Assistant with ChatGPT; Bang & Olufsen 3D premium sound with headrest speakers; wireless CarPlay/AA; Matrix LED headlights; Digital OLED taillights with communication light; panoramic sunroof with switchable transparency
Considerations
✕£97,500 MDP positions the S6 Sportback e-tron above many combustion executive performance saloons; value depends heavily on personal tax position (BEV BIK advantage is significant for company-car drivers)
✕Top speed electronically limited to 149 mph — slightly below some ICE executive rivals; performance feel from the EV drivetrain largely compensates in real-world driving
✕⚠ Kerb weight not confirmed in primary doc; likely 2,200–2,400 kg for an 800V twin-motor EV on PPE — verify before speccing on weight-sensitive delivery routes
✕⚠ Blind-spot monitor, surround-view camera, rear cross-traffic alert and heated steering wheel not explicitly listed in primary source; assumed standard at £97,500 but VERIFY on Audi UK configurator
✕S6 offered in Edition 1 only — no cost-of-entry Sport or S line grade; buyers looking for a lower price point must step down to the A6 Sportback e-tron
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2026 Audi S6 Sportback e-tron — Questions & Answers

The 2026 Audi S6 Sportback e-tron has a starting price of $97,500 in the UK market. The exact price varies by trim, options and region.

The 2026 Audi S6 Sportback e-tron produces 543 hp and 428 lb-ft of torque from its Twin Permanently-Excited Synchronous Electric Motors — 551 PS (405 kW) / 580 Nm Combined (with Launch Control); Rear-Biased quattro AWD with Highly Variable Torque Distribution; 800V PPE Architecture; 100 kWh Gross / 94.9 kWh Usable Battery; 270 kW DC Fast Charging; Heat Pump Standard.

The 2026 Audi S6 Sportback e-tron accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in approximately 3.9s.

The 2026 Audi S6 Sportback e-tron has a top speed of 149 mph.

The 2026 Audi S6 Sportback e-tron is powered by a Twin Permanently-Excited Synchronous Electric Motors — 551 PS (405 kW) / 580 Nm Combined (with Launch Control); Rear-Biased quattro AWD with Highly Variable Torque Distribution; 800V PPE Architecture; 100 kWh Gross / 94.9 kWh Usable Battery; 270 kW DC Fast Charging; Heat Pump Standard.

The 2026 Audi S6 Sportback e-tron comes with AWD.

The 2026 Audi S6 Sportback e-tron has an estimated range of 405 on a full charge.

The 2026 Audi S6 Sportback e-tron is a Electric vehicle.

The 2026 Audi S6 Sportback e-tron seats 5 and has 5 doors.

The 2026 Audi S6 Sportback e-tron is a Sports.

PerfectCars' experts rate the 2026 Audi S6 Sportback e-tron 8.5/10 overall, based on performance, design, technology, comfort and value.

The 2026 Audi S6 Sportback e-tron is covered by 3 Years / 60,000 Miles (extendable to 4yr/75,000mi £635 or 5yr/90,000mi £1,670); HV Battery: 8 Years / 100,000 Miles (CONFIRMED); 12 Years Anti-Perforation.