Refreshed Audi Q6 e-tron: price cut, new tech and 428-hp quattro

As 32CARS previously reported, Audi has refreshed the Q6 e-tron, introducing an updated MMI infotainment system and a new steering wheel that returns to physical buttons. The standard equipment list now includes matrix LED headlights, heated and power-adjustable exterior mirrors, a 360-degree camera setup, and an adaptive driving assistant. The starting price has been cut to €61,990, down from the previous €66,000 — a welcome move that makes the SUV feel more compelling straight out of the box.

Beyond the cabin, the regenerative braking has been fine-tuned: the car can decelerate all the way to a stop and automatically adjust its speed to match posted road signs. The park assist feature can also learn up to five maneuvers, each up to 200 meters, on private property. In everyday use, that combination should take the edge off city traffic and make tight driveways or garages less of a chore.

There are updates to the quattro version as well: output rises from 388 to 428 hp. The base Q6 e-tron combines a 252-hp powertrain with an 83-kWh battery. A variant with a 100-kWh battery and 306 hp starts at €66,990, while the quattro now begins at €71,990. The added performance in the all-wheel-drive model promises a livelier response without straying from the brand’s measured approach.