Summary
The Audi A6 e-tron is the all-electric equivalent of the large Audi A6 executive family car. Becoming available to order in the UK in Autumn 2024, the range includes ‘Sportback’ saloon and ‘Avant’ estate body styles, as well as Sportier S6 variants.
Described by Jordan Katsianis of Auto Express as “arguably the best executive EV” Audi has launched to date, this upmarket saloon and estate has received a warm welcome from the British motoring media, with several favourable comparisons to the A6 e-tron’s closest rivals.
The Top Gear team argues that the Audi is “nicer to drive and less puzzling” than the Mercedes-Benz EQE, while Parker’s Alan Taylor-Jones points out that the A6 e-tron has a more impressive battery range than the BMW i5. Martyn Collins of Business Car adds that the executive car is “much better to drive” than the Q6 e-tron SUV, which is built on the same platform.
Both saloon and estate are also widely commended for Audi’s intuitive on-board tech and straight-line performance, though several outlets take issue with the car’s interior space.
While concluding that the A6 e-tron is “superbly well-rounded”, Paul Adam of Driving Electric warns that “rear space is compromised to the point that buyers will need to think seriously about whether the car meets their particular passenger-carrying needs.”
As of July 2025, the Audi A6 e-tron holds a New Car Expert Rating of A, with a score of 82%. Besides its collection of good to excellent review scores, this overall rating is bolstered by a five-star Euro NCAP safety assessment and favourable running cost estimations.
A6 e-tron highlights
- Long battery range between charges
- Comfortable and tech-laden interior
- Relaxing driving experience
A6 e-tron lowlights
- Top-spec models get rather expensive
- Rivals offer more rear passenger space
- Fiddly touch-sensitive controls
Key specifications
Body style: Large saloon and estate
Engines: electric, battery-powered
Price: From £63,315 on-road
Launched: Autumn 2024
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA
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Safety rating
Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP
Adult protection: 92%
Child protection: 91%
Vulnerable road users: 75%
Safety assist: 80%
Eco rating
Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP
No eco rating
As of July 2025, the Audi A6 e-tron has not been assessed by Green NCAP.
The Green NCAP programme measures exhaust pollution (which is zero for an electric car) and energy efficiency. Electric cars are much more energy-efficient than combustion cars, so the [Model] is likely to score very highly in Green NCAP testing if and when it takes place. Check back again soon.
Running cost rating
Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data
| Battery range | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| EV models | 428 miles | A | 384 – 461 miles | A – A |
| Electrical efficiency | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| EV models | 4.4 m/KWh | B | 3.8 – 4.8 m/KWh | A – C |
| Service and maintenance | Cost | Score |
| Year 1 | £395 | C |
| Year 2 | £778 | C |
| Year 3 | £1,183 | C |
| Year 4 | £1,477 | C |
| Year 5 | £1,875 | C |
| Overall | £5,708 | C |
The Audi A6 e-tron is a relatively expensive car to own and run, according to whole-life cost numbers provided exclusively to The Car Expert by our data partner, Clear Vehicle Data.
The saloon and estate range offers one of the longest battery ranges on the market, with an average single-charge battery range of 428 miles (ranging from 384 to 461 miles depending on the model you choose).
Its electrical efficiency (the EV equivalent of miles per gallon for a petrol or diesel car) is better than average, while the car’s estimated servicing and maintenance costs are rather expensive, totalling nearly £6k over the first five years of ownership. That is to be expected of a car of his size and price tag, however.
Reliability rating
Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy
No reliability rating
As of July 2025, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Audi A6 e-tron to generate a reliability rating.
The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using workshop and extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy, sourced from both official dealerships and independent workshops.
As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the A6 e-tron, we’ll publish the results here.
Recalls
Official DVSA safety recalls that have been issued for the Audi A6 e-tron
As of July 2025, we are not aware of any DVSA vehicle safety recalls affecting the Audi A6 e-tron. However, this information is updated very regularly so this may have changed.
You can check to see if your car has any outstanding recalls by visiting the DVLA website or contacting your local Audi dealer.
Awards
Significant UK trophies and awards that the Audi A6 e-tron has received.
2025
- Auto Express Awards – Best Large Company Car
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