Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2026 Q6 e-tron.
The 2026 Audi Q6 e-tron Electric enters the lineup as a fully electric model paired with an automatic (AM-S7) transmission, and its early reliability record is remarkably clean: only one owner complaint has been filed, concerning lane departure and back-over prevention systems, while the model carries zero recalls. This near‑spotless start positions the Q6 e-tron as a strong opening chapter in the vehicle’s reliability history, suggesting that Audi has delivered a well‑sorted electric powertrain and chassis from the outset.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S7) |
| Overall length | 187.8 in |
| Overall width | 76.4 in |
| Overall height | 65 in |
| Wheelbase | 113.8 in |
| Curb weight | 5291 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 65.4 / 65 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 48/52 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 21 / 30 / 24 MPGe |
| Electric range | 0 mi |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 101 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 30 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
No 2026 road test on record; the results below are same-engine tests from nearby model years, each shown under its own year.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Prestige Quattro (20" Wheels) Elec 94.4-kWh | 4.40 sec | 12.80 sec | 456 hp | AWD |
| 2025 | Prestige Quattro (20" Wheels) Elec 94.4-kWh | 4.60 sec | 13.10 sec | 456 hp | AWD |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Federal data shows the 2026 model year carries dramatically fewer reports than its predecessor: complaints drop from 25 in 2025 to just 1 in 2026, recalls fall from 3 to 0, and TSBs decline from 545 to 20. Across this two-year arc, the 2025 model accounts for the bulk of documented activity, while the 2026 model sits at the low end with minimal federal visibility. The single 2026 complaint involves Lane Departure and Back Over Prevention, with zero crash, fire, or investigation complaints on record. Because the dataset does not specify root causes, the steep decline could reflect reduced defect prevalence, lower production volume, or simply less time in service, but the numerical trajectory is favorable. Given the significantly cleaner complaint and recall profile relative to 2025, the 2026 model year appears to be the stronger choice among these two model years in this generation.
All 1 complaints on record, top 1 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 20 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| SM 24-2026 | 2026-05-19 | Electrical System | This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the… |
| SM 25-2026 | 2026-05-19 | Electrical System | This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the… |
| AVIN4APIN20260106 | 2026-01-06 | Unknown Or Other | Summary of all Vin-4-Pin topics: B&O extendable tweeter PPE/PPC time off by 1 hour |
| TSB_2076761_4 | 2025-10-30 | Service Brakes | This bulletin provides information when there is uneven braking when the brake pedal is… |
| TSB_2079833_1 | 2025-10-30 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides information when there is a high-voltage electrical system fault… |
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EPA figures are 21 city / 30 highway / 24 combined MPGe. EPA electric range is 0 miles.