Audi has officially taken the covers off its brand-new electric SUV — the 2025 Audi SQ6 e-tron. Now, electric SUVs are everywhere these days, and let’s be honest, they don’t always spark excitement. But this one? It’s different. Audi’s done something fun here. With over 500 horsepower, clever tech, and a surprisingly engaging personality, the SQ6 stands out from the brand’s previous electric efforts. Here’s everything you should know.
Power and Performance
This isn’t just a quiet, family EV. The SQ6 e-tron is the performance variant of the standard Q6 and comes with serious muscle. In regular mode, you get 485 horsepower, but switch to boost mode and the number jumps to 510 horsepower. That’s enough to launch this SUV from 0 to 60 mph in about 4 seconds — which is impressive for a mid-size electric crossover.
Range sits at around 275 miles on a full charge, which is decent considering the performance. The SQ6 also comes in a sportback version with a sloping roofline if you’re after a sleeker look (and don’t mind sacrificing a bit of practicality).
Exterior Highlights
Unlike Audi’s earlier EVs like the Q4 e-tron and Q8 e-tron, which were nice but bland, the SQ6 shows a bit more character. When you unlock the car, it greets you with a light animation at both the front and rear — something that feels more sci-fi than sedan.
Even cooler: there are charging ports on both sides of the car. Tap to open one and it slides out electronically. Try to open the second one? It won’t work until the first one closes. That’s because the car doesn’t allow both to be open at once — you can only charge from one source at a time. It’s a small thing, but kind of fascinating in action.
Design-wise, the SQ6 keeps things clean and sharp. It has balanced proportions and a premium presence on the road. It doesn’t go wild with the design like the BMW iX, which has drawn mixed opinions. The SQ6 sticks to a safer, more elegant look — and that might be its strength.
Interior and Tech
The real surprise with the SQ6 is inside. Audi has clearly stepped up its game in cabin quality and technology. The materials feel premium, and the design mixes traditional layout with futuristic touches.
Let’s start with the door. The driver’s side door panel isn’t just for window and mirror controls — it also houses the headlight controls, memory seat buttons, and even child lock toggles. It’s a packed panel, which might seem odd at first, but everything is placed for easy access.
Here’s something truly different: the turn signals don’t just activate the blinkers — they light up the trim on the inside of the car. Turn left, and the left-side interior trim flashes green. Turn right, and the right side glows. It’s subtle, but adds a unique layer of feedback.
The same light-up trim also responds to the climate settings. Raise the temperature and it flashes red; lower it and it glows blue. And if a car is approaching when you’re about to open the door, it blinks red as a warning — a clever safety touch.
Augmented Reality Navigation
Navigation in the SQ6 isn’t just about a screen map. The car projects real-time arrows onto the windshield, showing you exactly where to turn. It’s not a gimmick — it actually helps prevent missed turns and confusion.
Even better, the navigation voice doesn’t come from the car’s main speakers. Instead, it’s directed straight to the driver’s headrest speaker, so it feels more like a private guide than an in-car announcement.
Passenger Fun
If you’re not the one driving, Audi hasn’t forgotten about you. The SQ6 comes with a passenger-only display screen built into the dash — positioned and angled so the driver can’t see it.
That screen mirrors the central infotainment, but there’s more. Passengers can use it to play a racing game — yes, while the car is in motion. It’s called “Beach Buggy Racing” and works thanks to the screen being hidden from the driver’s view, avoiding distractions.
Final Thoughts
The 2025 Audi SQ6 e-tron is a refreshing take on electric SUVs. It’s quick, comfortable, and loaded with smart features that actually feel useful, not just gimmicky. It manages to keep Audi’s reputation for clean design and luxury, while adding a few unexpected twists that make it genuinely interesting.
If you’ve been on the fence about EVs — especially performance ones — the SQ6 might be worth a second look. It’s not just an electric SUV. It’s an Audi with attitude.
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