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Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron vs Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
Selected trimquattroChange trim390 mi · 100 kWh · £71,475
Selected trimStandard278 mi · 84 kWh · £65,800
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N counters with the lowest price.
Best value
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronRange & charging
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronPracticality
Too close to call
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- 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
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueAudi
Audi
5.7
Hyundai
4.8
Motorway RangeAudi
Audi
8.3
Hyundai
3.6
Family
Audi
7.5
Hyundai
7.4
Too close to call
ChargingAudi
Audi
8.2
Hyundai
7.4
Cost Per MileAudi
Audi
4.2
Hyundai
1.4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron
quattro
- 112 miles more WLTP range
- 30 kW faster rapid charging
- 400 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £71,475 | £65,800 (better) |
| Official range | 390 miles (better) | 278 miles |
| Boot space | 511 L (better) | 480 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 22 min (better) | 27 min |
| 0-62 mph | 5.9 sec | 3.4 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
Length
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron4,771mm
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N4,715mm-56mm
Width
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron1,939mm-1mm
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N1,940mm
Height
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron1,665mm
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N1,585mm-80mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,771 mm | 4,715 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,939 mm (better) | 1,940 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,193 mm | 2,170 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,665 mm | 1,585 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.1 m | 12 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 461 mm spare (better) | 460 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 511 L (better) | 480 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1373 L | 1587 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 57 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 2,000 kg (better) | 1,600 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.
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
- Peak DC charging of 240 kW, faster than 80% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- 3,000 mm wheelbase, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron quattro |  Hyundai IONIQ 5 N Base |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.77m | 4.71m-56mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.94m+1mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.19m | 2.17m-23mm |
| Height | 1.67m | 1.58m-80mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.89m | 3.00m+111mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 511L (better) | 480L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1373L | 1587L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 57L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.1m | 12m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,150kg (better) | 2,234kg |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000kg (better) | 1,600kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 100kWh (better) | 84kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 390 mi (better) | 278 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 270kW (better) | 240kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £71,475 | £65,800 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 390 miles (better) | 278 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 325 miles (better) | 232 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 22 min (better) | 27 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 270 kW (better) | 240 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 94.9 kWh (better) | 84 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NCMA |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tronquattro | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 5.9 sec | 3.4 sec (better) |
| Power | 285 kW | 478 kW (better) |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 770 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron
quattro
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
Base
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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 - Hyundai IONIQ 5 N Base
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users63%
Safety Assist88%
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 | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Shared watch-outs for both cars
Owners of every car here flag dealer & service support. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron
quattro
Owners love
- Owners describe the handling as sharp and agile, feeling smaller to drive than its size suggests.
- Standard equipment is generous even on the Sport, with adaptive cruise, lane keeping, keyless entry and heated seats and steering wheel.
- The deep boot and large front storage area are praised as practical.
Watch out for
- The ride on sports suspension and larger wheels, notably the Edition 1 on 21-inch wheels, is widely described as too firm for the price.
- Several owners find road and wind noise more noticeable than in the older e-tron and Q8 e-tron.
- Early cars had software faults: a digital key that needed a dealer update, missing Wi-Fi connection and infotainment errors.
Owner tips
- Test drive the exact wheel and suspension combination you are considering, as the ride varies a lot across versions.
- A Sport or S line on smaller wheels is the comfort pick according to owners.
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
Base
Owners love
- Owners and enthusiasts call it the most engaging electric car to drive, with sharp steering and handling that hides its weight.
- The simulated gearshifts (N e-shift) and engine sounds are widely praised as fun rather than a gimmick.
- Fast 800-volt charging makes a 10-80% stop about 18 minutes, which owners say matters more than range.
Watch out for
- Efficiency is poor: owners report 2.2 to 2.7 miles per kWh, or about 190 miles in winter and 220 to 235 in summer.
- Tyres wear fast when the performance is used; one owner's first set lasted about 12,000 miles at around 250 pounds a corner.
- It is big and heavy for a performance car, with a wide turning circle.
Owner tips
- Budget for tyres and brakes, and ask how the car has been driven.
- Use the satnav to precondition the battery before a rapid charger.
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron worth the extra £5,675 over the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N?
The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron costs £5,675 more than the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N. For that premium it adds 112 miles more WLTP range and 30 kW faster peak rapid charging. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 N is not just cheaper - it also offers 193 kW more power and a 2.5s quicker 0-62mph time. 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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N?
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 N is £5,675 cheaper to buy. The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron is cheaper to charge, roughly £176 a year versus £208 for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N comes out roughly £5,515 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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N 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 232 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron goes roughly 93 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 22-27 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron or the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N?
The two are within 1 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 461 mm of total clearance for the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron and about 460 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron or the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron and 89% for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N. That gives the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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