Q6 e-tron vs QX50
The Q6 e-tron and the QX50 compete for the same spot on your shortlist, with Audi and Infiniti each making its case. The honest headline: the Q6 e-tron and the QX50 are evenly matched in most of the areas we compared.
At a glance
- Engine & Performance Q6 e-tron wins
- Space & Practicality Tie
- Off-road & Towing Tie
Key Differences
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The Q6 e-tron has 54 hp more power
On this line of the spec sheet, the Q6 e-tron is in a different league: 322 hp, next to 268 hp for the QX50. Power is only part of the story; weight, gearing and torque delivery shape how quick a car feels.
Design & Size
Dimensions
| Spec | Q6 e-tron | QX50 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | N/A (not specified) | 184.7 in |
| Width (no mirrors) | N/A (not specified) | 74.9 in |
| Wheelbase | N/A (not specified) | 110.2 in |
Engine & Performance
Q6 e-tron leads
Here the Q6 e-tron opens up one of its biggest leads in the comparison. The Q6 e-tron delivers 54 hp more power. More power helps with merging, overtaking and climbing hills, especially with passengers and luggage on board. Bottom line for engine & performance: the Q6 e-tron has the edge.
Total system output
Q6 e-tron: 322 hp QX50: 268 hp The Q6 e-tron’s extra output gives it more in reserve when you need to get up to speed.
Space & Practicality
Too close to call
Neither the Q6 e-tron nor the QX50 has a real advantage in the space & practicality category. This section won’t settle the choice, so weigh the other areas more heavily.
Off-road & Towing
Too close to call
Swap one for the other and you’d lose nothing on off-road & towing. Treat off-road & towing as common ground and look elsewhere for the deciding factor.
Safety & Tech
On safety & tech, the useful details are the names in the table: what each one uses, not a figure we can rank.
Full Specifications
Engine & Performance
| Spec | Q6 e-tron | QX50 |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | Electric | Gas |
| Engine | Single rear electric motor | 2.0L turbo I4 (VC-Turbo) |
| Total system output | 322 hp (winner) | 268 hp |
| Torque | N/A (not specified) | 280 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | CVT |
| Drivetrain | RWD (quattro AWD available) | FWD (AWD available) |
Fuel Economy & Range
| Spec | Q6 e-tron | QX50 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel economy (combined)EPA estimate where available | N/A (not specified) | 26 mpg |
| Fuel economy (city) | N/A (not specified) | 23 mpg |
| Fuel economy (highway) | N/A (not specified) | 29 mpg |
| Electric range | 310 mi | N/A (not specified) |
Space & Practicality
| Spec | Q6 e-tron | QX50 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo (behind rear seats) | N/A (not specified) | 31.4 cu ft Biggest cargo area |
| Cargo (seats folded) | N/A (not specified) | 65.1 cu ft Most room, seats folded |
Off-road & Towing
| Spec | Q6 e-tron | QX50 |
|---|---|---|
| AWD / 4WD available | Yes | Yes |
Safety & Tech
| Spec | Q6 e-tron | QX50 |
|---|---|---|
| Basic warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | 4 yr / 60,000 mi |
Dimensions
| Spec | Q6 e-tron | QX50 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | N/A (not specified) | 184.7 in |
| Width (no mirrors) | N/A (not specified) | 74.9 in |
| Wheelbase | N/A (not specified) | 110.2 in |
“N/A” means the manufacturer does not specify the value or we could not confirm it. Figures marked “manufacturer rating” are the maker’s own claims, not our measurements.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the Q6 e-tron if…
- you merge, overtake or climb hills with a full load (322 hp vs 268 hp)
- you’re loyal to Audi and happy with it
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the Q6 e-tron or the QX50?
On the specs compared here, the Q6 e-tron makes more sense for most buyers; the QX50 doesn’t win a single measurable area.
Executive Summary
Brand loyalty aside, I tried to judge the Q6 e-tron and the QX50 purely on what they offer. Here’s what matters most to me: the Q6 e-tron offers 54 hp more power.
Match the strength to your habits (engine & performance for the Q6 e-tron, the things a spec sheet can’t capture for the QX50), and you won’t go far wrong.
My pick: the Q6 e-tron.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.