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Audi Sq6 E-Tron
NHTSA safety across every Audi Sq6 E-Tron model year we cover.
Across the 1 model year of the Audi Sq6 E-Tron we cover (2025 to 2025), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2025 at 92 on the NHTSA Safety Index. 2 recalls have been issued across those years.
The 2025 Audi SQ6 E-Tron is a performance-oriented all-electric midsize SUV aimed at luxury buyers who want serious driving dynamics alongside zero-emission credentials. Slotting above the standard Q6 E-Tron, the SQ6 targets affluent drivers who expect both premium refinement and meaningful safety assurance in a competitive and growing segment.
MotorCaliber rates the 2025 Audi SQ6 E-Tron at a 92 out of 100 on our NHTSA Safety Index, placing it firmly in our Exceptional band. That is a strong result for a first-model-year vehicle, and it reflects well on Audi's engineering approach to this all-electric platform. In frontal crash testing, the SQ6 E-Tron earned a perfect 5 out of 5 stars, which is exactly what shoppers in this price tier should expect. Rollover performance came in at 4 out of 5 stars, a respectable score that is typical for taller SUV body styles. Side crash testing has not yet been rated, and we will update our assessment when that data becomes available from NHTSA. On the recall front, two recalls have been issued across the 2025 model year. Two recalls on a brand-new model is worth monitoring, though it is not unusual for a freshly launched nameplate to see early-production corrections. Owner complaints stand at just 3 total, with zero reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths. Those complaints are unverified allegations, and the volume is too small to draw firm conclusions. The honest bottom line is that the SQ6 E-Tron enters the market with a genuinely impressive safety foundation. Shoppers should track the open recall status before purchase and keep an eye on side-impact results as testing progresses.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the SQ6 E-Tron as a compelling and well-rounded performance EV that delivers a polished driving experience with strong acceleration and a premium interior. Most praise its dynamic capability relative to the broader electric SUV segment, while some note that the infotainment learning curve and charging network considerations are worth factoring into the ownership decision.
- The 2025 SQ6 E-Tron earned a 92 out of 100 NHTSA Safety Index score, landing in the Exceptional band, which is a strong debut result for a first-model-year electric SUV.
- Frontal crash protection is rated 5 out of 5 stars, but side-impact testing has not yet been completed by NHTSA. Shoppers should check back for updated results before finalizing a purchase.
- Two recalls have been issued for the 2025 model year. Buyers should confirm that any open recalls have been addressed by the dealership prior to taking delivery.
- Owner complaints total just 3 across the covered model year, with no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths. While encouraging, the complaint pool is very small given the model's recent launch, so early data should be interpreted with caution.
Most-recalled year on record: 2025 Audi Sq6 E-Tron with 2 recalls.