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Q6 e-tron quattro vs G 550

Audi · Mercedes-Benz

1/4 Mile winner
Q6 e-tron quattro
Beats the G 550 by 0.18s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Q6 e-tron quattro beats the G 550 comfortably, finishing 0.18 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Q6 e-tron quattro thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
456 hp
443 hp
0–100 km/h
5.4s
5.6s
Top speed
210 km/h
210 km/h
Engine
Dual Motor AWD
I6
Fuel
Electric
Mild Hybrid
Torque
580 Nm
560 Nm
Price
$65,000
$148,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Q6 e-tron quattro
G 550
100 m
5.989s
6.086s
1/8 mile
8.931s
9.066s
1/4 mile
13.605s
13.790s
1 km
25.079s
25.339s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Q6 e-tron quattro is $65,000 vs $148,000 for the G 550 — a $83,000 gap. Power: Q6 e-tron quattro makes 13 hp more (456 vs 443). 0–100 km/h: Q6 e-tron quattro is 0.20s quicker (5.4s vs 5.6s). Drivetrain: Q6 e-tron quattro is electric; G 550 runs on mild hybrid.

FAQ

Which is faster, the Q6 e-tron quattro or the G 550?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Q6 e-tron quattro is faster, beating the G 550 by 0.18 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Q6 e-tron quattro vs the G 550?

The Q6 e-tron quattro hits 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds, while the G 550 does it in 5.6 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Q6 e-tron quattro produces 456 hp; the G 550 produces 443 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Q6 e-tron quattro tops out at 210 km/h, and the G 550 reaches 210 km/h.

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