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Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron vs Lotus Eletre
Selected trimStandard372 mi · 100 kWh · £90,150
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Lotus Eletre leads on charging speed.
Best value
Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tronRange & charging
Too close to call
Practicality
Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tronWhich should you choose?
Choose the Audi SQ6 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 most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.3p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Lotus Eletre if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueAudi
Audi
5.3
Lotus
4.4
Motorway RangeAudi
Audi
7.6
Lotus
6.7
FamilyAudi
Audi
7.5
Lotus
5
ChargingLotus
Audi
8.3
Lotus
9.3
Cost Per MileAudi
Audi
3.2
Lotus
1.5
What each car does better
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Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tronBase | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £90,150 | £86,885 (better) |
| Official range | 372 miles | 373 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 511 L | 611 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 21 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 4.3 sec (better) | 4.5 sec |
Size Comparison
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Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron
Lotus Eletre
Length
Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron4,771mm-332mm
Lotus Eletre5,103mm
Width
Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron1,965mm-54mm
Lotus Eletre2,019mm
Height
Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron1,680mm
Lotus Eletre1,630mm-50mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tronBase | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,771 mm | 5,103 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,965 mm (better) | 2,019 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,231 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,630 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.1 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 435 mm spare (better) | 381 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tronBase | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 511 L | 611 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1373 L | 1532 L (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron
- 372 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 270 kW, faster than 85% of SUVs in our catalogue.
Lotus Eletre
- At 5,103 mm, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- 373 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 367 kW, faster than 95% of SUVs in our catalogue.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron Base |  Lotus Eletre 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.77m | 5.10m+332mm |
| Width | 1.97m | 2.02m+54mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.23m |
| Height | 1.68m | 1.63m-50mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.90m | 3.02m+120mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 511L | 611L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1373L | 1532L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.1m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 2,350kg (better) | 2,640kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 100kWh | 112kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 372 mi | 373 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 270kW | 367kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £90,150 | £86,885 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2023+ |
* Lotus Eletre: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tronBase | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 372 miles | 373 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 309 miles | 311 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 21 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 270 kW | 367 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 22 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 100 kWh | 109 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | Not available |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tronBase | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 4.3 sec (better) | 4.5 sec |
| Power | 380 kW | 450 kW (better) |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 710 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
What the critics say
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Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron
Base
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Lotus Eletre
600
8.3/10
average across 6 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- Electrifying.com9/10
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
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Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron Base
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant92%
Vulnerable Road Users81%
Safety Assist80%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Lotus Eletre 600
Lotus Eletre 600
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron worth the extra £3,265 over the Lotus Eletre?
The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron costs £3,265 more than the Lotus Eletre. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Lotus Eletre is not just cheaper - it also offers 97 kW faster peak rapid charging, 100 litres more boot space and 70 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron or the Lotus Eletre?
The Lotus Eletre is £3,265 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £184 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Lotus Eletre comes out roughly £3,145 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 SQ6 Sportback e-tron and Lotus Eletre like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 309 miles for the Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron and 311 miles for the Lotus Eletre - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron or the Lotus Eletre?
The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 54 mm narrower than the Lotus Eletre. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 435 mm of total clearance for the Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron and about 381 mm of total clearance for the Lotus Eletre.
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