Audi engineers are not oblivious to the criticism, particularly from British reviews, that their performance cars, despite offering impressive acceleration and visual flair, often fall short in terms of steering feel and dynamic responsiveness.
To ensure that the revered ‘S’ designation doesn’t devolve into a mere trim level as Audi shifts away from combustion engines, these issues must be addressed.
Hence, there’s substantial anticipation surrounding the latest addition to Audi’s electric Sport lineup. It comes after the groundbreaking Audi SQ8 E-tron (formerly known as E-tron S), which was somewhat experimental in its approach.
While the SQ8 E-tron featured a unique tri-motor setup (one front, two rear), the new Audi SQ6 E-tron opts for a more conventional dual-motor configuration, similar to the standard Audi Q6 E-tron but with enhancements to deliver an impressive 510bhp.
This simplified layout allows for a more straightforward distribution of torque to the front and rear, resulting in more obedient and precisely controllable dynamics. However, as the torchbearer for the ‘new Audi DNA,’ the sporty Q6 aims not only to provide confidence-inspiring handling but also to inject a sense of balance and engagement that has, arguably, been lacking in recent Audi performance models.
