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Audi Q6 Sportback E-Tron
NHTSA safety across every Audi Q6 Sportback E-Tron model year we cover.
Across the 1 model year of the Audi Q6 Sportback E-Tron we cover (2025 to 2025), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2025 at 92 on the NHTSA Safety Index. 1 recall have been issued across those years.
The 2025 Audi Q6 Sportback E-Tron is a battery-electric mid-size luxury SUV wearing a fastback roofline that places it squarely against the Mercedes EQE SUV and BMW iX. Aimed at affluent buyers who want a fully electric daily driver without sacrificing the premium feel and road presence Audi's Q lineup is known for, the Sportback body style adds a rakish, coupe-like silhouette to the practical SUV formula.
MotorCaliber rates safety only, and on that front the 2025 Audi Q6 Sportback E-Tron opens with a genuinely strong hand. NHTSA awards it a Safety Index of 92 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band - one of the higher scores we track across the luxury electric segment. Federal crash testing confirms a perfect 5-star frontal result, a solid foundation for a vehicle that will regularly carry families on highway commutes. The rollover rating comes in at 4 out of 5 stars, a reasonable result for a taller EV with a low-slung battery pack that helps keep the center of gravity in check. Side-impact testing has not yet been rated by NHTSA for this model year, so shoppers should watch for that data before making a final decision. On the recall front, just one recall has been issued across the 2025 model year - a modest number for a freshly launched platform. Owner complaints total 27 at this stage, including one reported crash and two reported injuries. These are unverified allegations, and the count is relatively low for a new model still building its ownership base. Taken together, the Q6 Sportback E-Tron presents a compelling safety profile for its class. The missing side-star rating is the one gap worth monitoring, but the overall picture is reassuring.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Q6 Sportback E-Tron as one of the more polished entries in the luxury electric SUV space, praising its cabin quality, driving refinement, and the sophistication of its electric platform. Most professional assessments position it as a strong all-around competitor, though some note the fastback roofline comes with the expected rear-headroom trade-offs typical of coupe-style SUVs.
- NHTSA assigns the 2025 Q6 Sportback E-Tron an Exceptional-band Safety Index of 92 out of 100, one of the stronger scores in the luxury electric SUV segment.
- Federal frontal crash testing returned a perfect 5 out of 5 stars, while the rollover rating stands at 4 out of 5 - the low battery floor helps, but the score still warrants attention for buyers prioritizing rollover protection.
- Side-impact crash-test results from NHTSA are not yet available for the 2025 model year. Shoppers should check back for that rating before finalizing a purchase, since side protection is a critical part of the full safety picture.
- One recall has been issued for the 2025 model year and 27 owner complaints are on file - including one reported crash and two reported injuries - which is a relatively contained record for a newly launched platform, though all complaints remain unverified allegations.
Most-recalled year on record: 2025 Audi Q6 Sportback E-Tron with 1 recalls.