The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron quattro was officially introduced in July 2024. It is powered by a 94.9 kWh usable, 100 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 716 km. When it comes to output, this EV produces All-Wheel Drive 340 kW (462 hp), enabling an acceleration of 4.5 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 210 km/h (130 mph). For those looking to purchase, the starting price is around 80000 USD.
Shifting focus to the alternative, the Citroen e-C5 Aircross Electric 210 was officially introduced in 2025. At its core, it features a 73.7 kWh usable, 79.9 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 320 km. In terms of performance, the electric motor generates Front-wheel drive 157 kW (213 hp), enabling an acceleration of 8.9 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 170 km/h (106 mph). Pricing for the vehicle starts at approximately 40000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | July 2024 | 2025 |
| Release date | September 2024 | 2025 |
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Performance
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| Power | All-Wheel Drive 340 kW (462 hp) | Front-wheel drive 157 kW (213 hp) |
| Torque | 580 Nm (428 lb-ft) | 343 Nm (253 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 4.5 sec 0-100 km/h | 8.9 sec 0-100 km/h |
| Top speed | 210 km/h (130 mph) | 170 km/h (106 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 94.9 kWh usable, 100 kWh total | 73.7 kWh usable, 79.9 kWh total |
| Battery type | Air-cooled Li-ion (800V type) | - |
| Driving range | 716 km | 320 km |
| Consumption | 14.7 kWh/100 km | 15.3 kWh/100 km |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Heat pump | Yes | Yes |
| Home charging | Type 2 11 kW, 100% in 10 h, Type 2 22 kW | Type 2 7.4 kW 20-80% in 6h 45m --- Type 2 11 kW 20-80% in 4h 30m |
| Charging station | CCS 270 kW max, 10-80% in 21 min | CCS 160 kW max, 20-80% in 30 min |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 5 door Liftback, 5 seats | 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Dimensions | 4928 x 1923 x 1487 mm (194.0 x 75.7 x 58.5 in) | 4652 x 1936 x 1691 mm (183.1 x 76.2 x 66.6 in) |
| Weight | 2360 kg unladen, 2860 kg gross | 2109 kg unladen, 2630 kg gross |
| Wheels size | R19,R20,R21 | R18, R19, R20 |
| Trunk volume | 502 l, 1330 l max | 565 l, 1668 l max |
| Front trunk | 27 l | No |
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Display
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| Center screen | 14.5" touchscreen | 13" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | 11.9" | 10" |
| Head-up display | Yes | Yes, projector type |
| Various | 10.9" front passenger display | - |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated and ventilated front seats | Heated front and rear seats |
| Roof | Panoramic glass sunroof (fixed) with variable light transmission | Panoramic opening sunroof |
| Parking aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, park assist | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
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Safety
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| Airbags | Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system | Front, side, rear, including head airbag system |
| Driving aids | Lane Keeping Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, Warn and Brake Assist, Pedestrian/cyclists protection, Exit Warning, Rear and Front Cross Traffic Alert, High Beam Assist, Distraction and Drowsiness detection | 12 sensors, front/rear camera and radar. Lane Positioning Assist, Driver Attention Alert, Lane Departure detection, Forward Collision Warning, Advanced Active Safety Brake with cyclist detection, Post Collision Safety Brake, Extended Traffic Sign Recognition, High Beam Assist, Active Blind Spot Detection, Semi-automatic Lane Change Assistance, Long-Distance Blind Spot Detection |
| Crash tests | - | 4 stars |
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Misc
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| Price | 80000 USD | 40000 USD |