Model year guide

2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 20 on record.

2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron — representative photo
Representative photo

2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints32
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Combined95–104 MPGe

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron recalls 3

Seat Belts:rear/other:retractor NHTSA Campaign #25V899000 · manufacturer #69D8 · 19/12/2025

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 E-Tron, SQ6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 Sportback E-Tron, A6, A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 E-Tron, S5, and S6 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The automatic locking retractor may fail to engage when a child seat is installed using the seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number…

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the right and left rear seat belt assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69D8. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs…

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera NHTSA Campaign #25V225000 · manufacturer #90XM · 09/04/2025

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 e-tron and Q6 e-tron vehicles. The rearview camera may show a blurry image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Fix: Dealers will replace the rearview camera. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace surround view cameras as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for…

Back Over Prevention:software NHTSA Campaign #25V226000 · manufacturer #916C · 09/04/2025

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 and Q6 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be delayed or deactivated after shifting into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Fix: Dealers will update the rearview camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 916C.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Lane Departure
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 10.3% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Frontal crash test — 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron SUV RWDFrontal crash test
Side barrier test — 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron SUV RWDSide barrier test
Side pole test — 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron SUV RWDSide pole test

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron SUV RWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron efficiency & running costs

Combined95–104 MPGe
City106 MPGe
Highway92 MPGe
Est. annual energy cost$770
EPA size classStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
TransmissionAutomatic (A1)
Electric range295–321 mi
Charge time (240V)14 hours
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,150 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 5 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Energy (5 yrs)$3,850
Energy only$3,850
Per mile$0.05

How this is estimated: energy is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
187.8 in
Width
76.4 in
Height
65.0 in
Wheelbase
113.8 in
Curb weight
5,291 lb
Front track
65.4 in
Rear track
65.0 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 652

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 652.

This bulleti provides information when the message "Parking systems: fault" appears, DTC B200044.

Bulletin TSB_2076899_3 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information when there is occasionally audio output for entertainment when the vehicle is started.

Bulletin TSB_2079976_3 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information regarding software update KD2* 03.11.00/C (28.14.01).

Bulletin TSB_2082223_5 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides an overview of the combined software updates for cluster 3; PPE/PPC.

Bulletin TSB_2081477_7 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information when the rear lid only opens/clolses slightly and then stops.

Bulletin TSB_2080988_4 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides informaiton when the rear lid does not open when the button on the key is pressed.

Bulletin TSB_2076902_3 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides informaiton when the sound output pauses automatically after starting the vehicle.

Bulletin TSB_2079975_3 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information when the time does not autmotically update when daylight savings time begins or ends.

Bulletin TSB_2079972_4 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides informaiton when the settings for sound via the head restraints are missing.

Bulletin TSB_2079965_3 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulleitn provides informaiton when there is a translucent rectangle covering the center display.

Bulletin TSB_2079974_3 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the Q6 E-TRON AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron vehicles on record

Other Audi Q6 E-Tron model years

2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron — frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron?

Across all 32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, forward collision avoidance, power train.

What is the 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron get?

The 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron has U.S. EPA estimates of 95–104 MPGe combined, depending on engine and trim (5 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.