Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron vs LDV MIFA 9

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron starts from $97,935 before on-road costs, while the LDV MIFA 9 opens at $104,000. That makes the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron the more affordable entry point by $6,065.

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 $114,400 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

Both the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron and LDV MIFA 9 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron packs more ADAS features with 9 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the LDV MIFA 9.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron and 8 in the LDV MIFA 9. The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron adds a 360-degree camera that the LDV MIFA 9 misses.

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 Sportback e-tron features a 14.5-inch touchscreen paired with a 11.9-inch digital dash, while the LDV MIFA 9 gets a 12.3-inch display and 7-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron stands out with wireless charging, heated front seats and Bang & Olufsen audio that you will not find on the LDV MIFA 9. The LDV MIFA 9 counters with V2L. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron gets synthetic leather upholstery while the LDV MIFA 9 offers leatherette.

The Audi Q6 Sportback 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 LDV MIFA 9 responds with a Electric Motor making 180kW and 350Nm, paired to a single speed driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 12 seconds.

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron has the clear power advantage at 185kW vs 180kW. In the real-world sprint, the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron is 4.4s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 83kWh (Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron) vs 90kWh (LDV MIFA 9). DC fast charging peaks at 225kW (Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron) vs 120kW (LDV MIFA 9).

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron measures 4,771mm long on a 2,899mm wheelbase, 499mm shorter than the LDV MIFA 9 at 5,270mm (3,200mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the LDV MIFA 9 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 511L in the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron and 466L in the LDV MIFA 9, giving the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron a 45L advantage. The LDV MIFA 9 seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,000kg. That 1,000kg 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 Sportback e-tron) vs 5 years / 160,000km (LDV MIFA 9). Both match on warranty length.