Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron vs Lexus RX

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron starts from $97,935 before on-road costs, while the Lexus RX opens at $93,550. That makes the Lexus RX the more affordable entry point by $4,385.

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 $102,905 respectively.

Matching the Lexus RX's standard equipment means adding at least $2,100 in options to the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron, and 2 are priced only inside packages whose price the maker doesn't publish, so the true gap is larger than the sticker difference suggests.

Both the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron and Lexus RX hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 91% for the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron and 90% for the Lexus RX.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 9 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron, against 6 on the Lexus RX.

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 Lexus RX.

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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 Sportback e-tron features a 14.5-inch touchscreen paired with a 11.9-inch digital dash, while the Lexus RX gets a 14-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron stands out with Bang & Olufsen audio — features our data doesn't list for the Lexus RX. The Lexus RX counters with head-up display, ventilated seats and Lexus Premium Sound audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

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 Lexus RX responds with a Hybrid making 184kW and 239Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.9 seconds.

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron has the clear power advantage at 185kW vs 184kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron is 0.3s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron measures 4,771mm long on a 2,899mm wheelbase, 119mm shorter than the Lexus RX at 4,890mm (2,850mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 511L in the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron and 612L in the Lexus RX, giving the Lexus RX a 101L advantage.

For towing, the Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 500kg 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 / 999,999km (Lexus RX). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: —4yr (Lexus RX).