2025 Audi Q6 e-tron
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 21 of 31 complaints (68%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2025 | 2027 | vs. 2025 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 750–800 | 750–800 | |
| Combined MPGe | 95–104 | 96–104 | |
| City / Highway MPGe | 102–112 / 88–97 | 103–110 / 89–97 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 0 | 0 | |
| Complaints filed | 31 | 1 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron?
Electrical: 21 of 31 NHTSA complaints (68%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron get?
EPA rates it 95–104 MPGe combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron?
EPA estimates $750–$800 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (7)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 105 MPGe | 93 MPGe | 99 MPGe | $750 (low) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 102 MPGe (low) | 89 MPGe | 95 MPGe (low) | $800 (high) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 106 MPGe | 93 MPGe | 100 MPGe | $750 (low) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 103 MPGe | 88 MPGe (low) | 96 MPGe | $800 (high) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 112 MPGe (high) | 96 MPGe | 104 MPGe (high) | $750 (low) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 109 MPGe | 97 MPGe (high) | 103 MPGe | $750 (low) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 104 MPGe | 92 MPGe | 98 MPGe | $750 (low) | 0 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (3)
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR · Campaign 25V899000 · Dec 22, 2025
Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 E-Tron, SQ6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 Sportback E-Tron, A6, A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 E-Tron, S5, and S6 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The automatic locking retractor may fail to engage when a child seat is installed using the seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Consequence: An improperly secured child seat can increase risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the right and left rear seat belt assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69D8. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · Campaign 25V225000 · Apr 10, 2025
Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 e-tron and Q6 e-tron vehicles. The rearview camera may show a blurry image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A blurry rearview image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace surround view cameras as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90XM.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE · Campaign 25V226000 · Apr 10, 2025
Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 and Q6 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be delayed or deactivated after shifting into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera with a delayed or deactivated image reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 916C.