Audi Q6 e-tron vs Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Audi Q6 e-tron starts from $97,935 before on-road costs, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 opens at $68,200. That makes the Hyundai IONIQ 5 the more affordable entry point by $29,735.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $107,729 and $75,020 respectively.

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 currently qualifies for the electric-vehicle FBT exemption, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Audi Q6 e-tron does not: above the $91,661 fuel-efficient lct threshold.

Both the Audi Q6 e-tron and Hyundai IONIQ 5 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 91% for the Audi Q6 e-tron and 88% for the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 9 of 10 key ADAS systems on both.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Audi Q6 e-tron and 7 in the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

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How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Audi Q6 e-tron features a 14.5-inch touchscreen paired with a 11.9-inch digital dash, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Audi Q6 e-tron stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, heated front seats, power tailgate, Bang & Olufsen audio and ambient lighting — features our data doesn't list for the Hyundai IONIQ 5. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 counters with Apple CarPlay and V2L. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Audi Q6 e-tron gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers wool blend / leather-appointed combination. Climate control is 3-zone in the Audi Q6 e-tron and 2-zone in the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

The Audi Q6 e-tron uses a Electric producing 185kW and 450Nm of torque, sent through a single speed to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.6 seconds.

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 responds with a Electric making 168kW and 350Nm, paired to a single-speed reduction gear driving the rear wheels.

The Audi Q6 e-tron has the clear power advantage at 185kW vs 168kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 83kWh (Audi Q6 e-tron) vs 84kWh (Hyundai IONIQ 5), giving WLTP ranges of 625km and 570km.

The Audi Q6 e-tron measures 4,771mm long on a 2,899mm wheelbase, 116mm longer than the Hyundai IONIQ 5 at 4,655mm (3,000mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Hyundai IONIQ 5 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 526L in the Audi Q6 e-tron and 520L in the Hyundai IONIQ 5, giving the Audi Q6 e-tron a 6L advantage.

For towing, the Audi Q6 e-tron leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,600kg. That 400kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Audi Q6 e-tron) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Hyundai IONIQ 5). Both match on warranty length.