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Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron vs BYD Sealion 7
Selected trimquattroChange trim390 mi · 100 kWh · £71,475
Selected trimComfortChange trim300 mi · 82.5 kWh · £44,990
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs, while the BYD Sealion 7 leads on family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.2p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the BYD Sealion 7 if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Audi
5.7
BYD
6
Too close to call
Motorway RangeAudi
Audi
8.3
BYD
3.1
FamilyBYD
Audi
7.5
BYD
8
ChargingAudi
Audi
8.2
BYD
5.9
Cost Per MileAudi
Audi
4.2
BYD
0.8
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron
quattro
- 90 miles more WLTP range
- 120 kW faster rapid charging
- 55 kW more power
- 1250 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | BYD Sealion 7Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £71,475 | £44,990 (better) |
| Official range | 390 miles (better) | 300 miles |
| Boot space | 511 L | 520 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 22 min (better) | 24 min |
| 0-62 mph | 5.9 sec (better) | 6.7 sec |
Size Comparison
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Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron
BYD Sealion 7
Length
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron4,771mm-59mm
BYD Sealion 74,830mm
Width
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron1,939mm
BYD Sealion 71,925mm-14mm
Height
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron1,665mm
BYD Sealion 71,620mm-45mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | BYD Sealion 7Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,771 mm | 4,830 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,939 mm | 1,925 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,193 mm | 2,189 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,665 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.1 m | 11.7 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 461 mm spare | 475 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | BYD Sealion 7Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 511 L | 520 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1373 L | 1789 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 58 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 2,000 kg (better) | 750 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron
- 390 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 270 kW, faster than 85% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- Braked towing capacity of 2,000 kg, a stronger tow rating than 80% of SUVs we track.
BYD Sealion 7
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- At 4,830 mm, longer than 80% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron quattro |  BYD Sealion 7 Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.77m | 4.83m+59mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.93m-14mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | 2.19m-4mm |
| Height | 1.67m | 1.62m-45mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.89m | 2.93m+41mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 157mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 511L | 520L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1373L | 1789L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 58L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.1m | 11.7m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,150kg (better) | 2,225kg |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000kg (better) | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 100kWh (better) | 82.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 390 mi (better) | 300 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 270kW (better) | 150kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £71,475 | £44,990 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | BYD Sealion 7Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 390 miles (better) | 300 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 325 miles (better) | 204 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 22 min (better) | 24 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 270 kW (better) | 150 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 199 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 94.9 kWh (better) | 82.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 800V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | BYD Sealion 7Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.9 sec (better) | 6.7 sec |
| Power | 285 kW (better) | 230 kW |
| Torque | 485 Nm (better) | 380 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron
quattro
BYD Sealion 7
Comfort
6.6/10
average across 6 reviews
- Parkers3.9/5
- Auto Express3.5/5
- Electrifying.com7/10
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Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron
All 3 videos
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Prices & deals
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron quattro
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant92%
Vulnerable Road Users81%
Safety Assist80%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - BYD Sealion 7 Comfort
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users76%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | BYD Sealion 7Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 250,000 km (better) |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron worth the extra £26,485 over the BYD Sealion 7?
The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron costs £26,485 more than the BYD Sealion 7. For that premium it adds 90 miles more WLTP range, 120 kW faster peak rapid charging and 55 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron or the BYD Sealion 7?
The BYD Sealion 7 is £26,485 cheaper to buy. The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron is cheaper to charge, roughly £176 a year versus £216 for the BYD Sealion 7, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the BYD Sealion 7 comes out roughly £26,285 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron and BYD Sealion 7 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 325 miles for the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron and 204 miles for the BYD Sealion 7 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron goes roughly 121 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 22-24 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron or the BYD Sealion 7?
The two are within 14 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 475 mm of total clearance for the BYD Sealion 7 and about 461 mm of total clearance for the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron. The BYD Sealion 7 also turns in a 0.4 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron or the BYD Sealion 7?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron and 90% for the BYD Sealion 7. That gives the BYD Sealion 7 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The BYD Sealion 7's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .