Audi Q6 e-tron vs Land Rover Range Rover Velar

The Audi Q6 e-tron starts from $97,935 before on-road costs, while the Land Rover Range Rover Velar opens at $97,779. That makes the Land Rover Range Rover Velar the more affordable entry point by $156.

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 $107,557 respectively.

The Audi Q6 e-tron qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Land Rover Range Rover Velar, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

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 Land Rover Range Rover Velar gets a 11.4-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Audi Q6 e-tron stands out with heated front seats and Bang & Olufsen audio that you will not find on the Land Rover Range Rover Velar. The Land Rover Range Rover Velar counters with Meridian audio and ambient lighting. 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 Land Rover Range Rover Velar offers leather. Climate control is 3-zone in the Audi Q6 e-tron and 2-zone in the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.

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 Land Rover Range Rover Velar responds with a 2.0L I4 Turbo Petrol making 184kW and 365Nm, paired to a 8-speed automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.5 seconds.

The Audi Q6 e-tron has the clear power advantage at 185kW vs 184kW. In the real-world sprint, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar is 0.1s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Audi Q6 e-tron measures 4,771mm long on a 2,899mm wheelbase, 26mm shorter than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar at 4,797mm (2,874mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Audi Q6 e-tron generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 526L in the Audi Q6 e-tron and 748L in the Land Rover Range Rover Velar, giving the Land Rover Range Rover Velar a 222L advantage.

For towing, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar leads with a 2,400kg braked capacity vs 2,000kg. 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 (Land Rover Range Rover Velar). Both match on warranty length.