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Audi Q6 E-Tron
NHTSA safety across every Audi Q6 E-Tron model year we cover.
Across the 1 model year of the Audi Q6 E-Tron we cover (2025 to 2025), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2025 at 92 on the NHTSA Safety Index. 3 recalls have been issued across those years.
The 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron is a fully electric midsize luxury SUV competing in one of the most contested segments in the market right now. Built on Volkswagen Group's PPE platform and aimed squarely at tech-forward premium buyers, it represents Audi's push into dedicated EV architecture. Shoppers cross-shopping the BMW iX3 or Mercedes EQC will find the Q6 E-Tron a serious contender on safety grounds alone.
The 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron earns a MotorCaliber Safety Index of 92 out of 100, placing it firmly in our Exceptional band - the highest tier we award. That score is backed by real NHTSA crash-test results: a perfect 5 out of 5 stars in both frontal and side-impact testing. The rollover rating comes in at 4 out of 5, which is a solid but not flawless result and is worth noting for buyers prioritizing every dimension of crash protection. In a premium EV SUV, that slight rollover step-down is not alarming, but it is honest. On the recall side, the 2025 model year carries 3 recalls. That is a modest but real number for a first-model-year vehicle, and shoppers should verify with their dealer that any open recalls have been remedied before taking delivery. First-year models on new platforms historically carry higher recall exposure as production matures, so monitoring NHTSA's recall database going forward is sensible. Owner complaints stand at 23 across our covered model years, with 1 reported crash and 2 reported injuries among those filings. These are unverified allegations, but the complaint volume is relatively low for a new model launch. No fires or fatalities appear in the data. Bottom line: the Q6 E-Tron posts an objectively strong safety profile. The Exceptional rating is earned, not gifted.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Q6 E-Tron as a polished, well-resolved luxury EV that feels cohesive rather than transitional. Most praise its interior quality, technology integration, and driving refinement as highlights for the segment. Criticisms, where they appear, tend to focus on interface complexity and the learning curve associated with Audi's layered digital controls rather than any fundamental concerns about the vehicle.
- The 2025 Q6 E-Tron scores a 92 out of 100 on the MotorCaliber Safety Index, landing in our Exceptional band - one of the strongest scores we have recorded for a new luxury EV entry.
- NHTSA crash testing returned perfect 5-out-of-5 stars in both frontal and side-impact categories, but the rollover rating is 4 out of 5, a meaningful distinction if rollover risk is a priority for your driving environment.
- Three recalls have been issued for the 2025 model year. As a first-year vehicle on a new platform, shoppers should confirm all recall repairs are completed at delivery and should check NHTSA's database periodically as the model matures.
- Twenty-three owner complaints have been filed, including 1 reported crash and 2 reported injuries. These are unverified allegations, but the number is relatively contained for a new-launch model and warrants routine monitoring rather than immediate concern.
Most-recalled year on record: 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron with 3 recalls.