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Audi (S)Q6 e-tron vs Tesla Model Y L

Comparing the 2025 Audi (S)Q6 e-tron (from $63,800) with the 2026 Tesla Model Y L (from $61,990). The (S)Q6 e-tron offers 321 miles of range while the Model Y L offers 325 miles.

Quick Take

Audi (S)Q6 e-tron charges fastest, while Tesla Model Y L hauls the most gear.

Audi (S)Q6 e-tron

2025SUV

Audi (S)Q6 e-tron

Fastest Charger

  • 21 min 10-80% DC fast charge
  • 270 kW peak charging speed
  • Up to 321 mi EPA-rated range
Tesla Model Y L

2026SUV

Tesla Model Y L

Most Cargo Space

  • 89 cu ft cargo capacity
  • Seats 6
  • 195.9" long
  • 119.7" wheelbase
Price
$63,800 - $72,900
$61,990
Range
275-321 miles
325 miles
Horsepower
322-509 hp
456 hp
0-60 mph
4.1-6.3 sec
4.4 sec
Battery Size
100 kWh
82 kWh
Drive Type
RWD
AWD
Seats
5
6
Top Speed
130-143 mph
125 mph
Towing Capacity
4400 lbs
3500 lbs
DC Fast Charging
21 min (10-80%)
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
10 hrs (0-100%)
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
187.8"
195.9"
Width
75.4"
75.6"
Height
65"
65.7"
Cargo Capacity
60 cu ft
89 cu ft

Audi (S)Q6 e-tron vs Tesla Model Y L: Which Should You Buy?

The Tesla Model Y L starts at $61,990, undercutting the Audi (S)Q6 e-tron ($63,800) by about $2,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Tesla Model Y L covers 325 miles, 4 more than the Audi (S)Q6 e-tron's maximum of 321. At a DC fast charger, the Audi (S)Q6 e-tron goes from 10-80% in about 21 minutes vs 30 for the Tesla Model Y L.

The Tesla Model Y L seats 6 to the Audi (S)Q6 e-tron's 5. The Tesla Model Y L offers 89 cu ft of cargo space vs 60 for the Audi (S)Q6 e-tron. The Audi (S)Q6 e-tron is also 8 inches shorter than the Tesla Model Y L, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Audi (S)Q6 e-tron if you want the shortest charging stops, or the Tesla Model Y L if cargo space is king.

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