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Audi Q6 Sportback E-Tron Safety
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 does not have its federal crash-test ratings published by NHTSA. As a new model, it has not generated any owner complaints or recalls. Our Safety Index cannot be computed without this data. Until NHTSA publishes crash-test results, its safety performance remains unexamined.
The 2025 Audi Q6 Sportback E-Tron enters the market with a strong safety profile. NHTSA assigns it a Safety Index of 92 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. Federal crash testing confirmed a perfect 5 out of 5 stars for frontal impact protection. The vehicle's rollover rating stands at 4 out of 5 stars. As of this report, NHTSA has not yet published side-impact test results for this model year. Owners have filed 27 complaints, including one reported crash and two reported injuries; these remain unverified allegations. A single recall has been issued for the 2025 model year. The Q6 Sportback E-Tron presents a reassuring safety picture, with the absence of side-impact data being the primary area for further review.
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.