Audi Q6 e-tron GF vs Renault Koleos KOL
Audi Q6 e-tron
GF · 2024 – 2026
The first-generation Q6 e-tron (GF), on the PPE 800V platform.
Renault Koleos
KOL · 2016 – 2026
The Koleos (KOL), a mid-size SUV on the CMF-CD platform.
Audi Q6 e-tron
Pick the GF for the modern Q6 e-tron with 800-volt fast charging, long range and the digital cockpit — ideally the quattro with the larger battery.
Renault Koleos
Pick the Koleos for a roomy, comfortable diesel SUV with optional all-wheel drive.
Performance
quattro · Electric vs 1.7 Blue dCi 150 · Diesel
| Audi Q6 e-tron | Renault Koleos | |
|---|---|---|
| Power |
388 hp
Winner
|
150 hp
|
| Torque |
855 Nm
Winner
|
340 Nm
|
| 0–100 km/h |
5,9 s
Winner
|
11,8 s
|
| Top speed |
210 km/h
Winner
|
194 km/h
|
| Power-to-weight |
165,1 hp/t
Winner
|
92,6 hp/t
|
| CO₂ emissions (WLTP) |
0 g/km
Winner
|
128 g/km
|
| Consumption (WLTP) |
—
|
5,0 L/100km
|
Dimensions & space
| Audi Q6 e-tron | Renault Koleos | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot |
526 L
Winner
|
458 L
|
| Boot (seats folded) |
1.529 L
|
1.690 L
Winner
|
| Wheelbase |
2,90 m
Winner
|
2,71 m
|
| Length |
4,77 m
|
4,67 m
|
| Ground clearance |
17,6 cm
|
—
|
| Turning circle |
12,1 m
|
11,4 m
Winner
|
| Towing capacity (braked) |
2.000 kg
|
2.000 kg
|
Powertrain & tech
| Audi Q6 e-tron | Renault Koleos | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | PPE (800-volt) | CMF-CD |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive · All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive |
| Engine family | Electric motors · RWD / quattro (PPE 800V) | 1.6 dCi · 1.7 Blue dCi · 2.0 dCi |
| Transmission | Single-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Euro standard | N/A (electric) | Euro 6d |
| LEZ access | Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation) | ⚠️ Banned from Antwerp & Ghent from January 1, 2029 |
Reliability & watch-outs
Known issues
- Software/electronics gremlins on early 2024 cars
- Long-term battery & drivetrain data still limited
- PPE 800V system: high-voltage check recommended
- EDC automatic: juddery at low speed
- AdBlue/DPF on short-trip use
- Electronics and infotainment: glitches
Pros
- 800-volt fast charging
- Competitive range (larger battery)
- Modern digital cockpit
- Roomy boot and rear seat
- Comfortable, composed ride
- 2.0 dCi with all-wheel drive available
Cons
- Limited long-term reliability data
- Early software quirks
- Diesel-only
- Heavier than compact SUVs
Driving experience
Audi Q6 e-tron
Quiet, quick and far more efficient than the old e-tron. The Q6 rides comfortably, steers accurately with decent weighting, and feels more agile and lighter on its feet than the GE, helped by the newer PPE platform. Rear-drive is the base; dual-motor quattro adds pace and all-wheel traction. The 800-volt architecture charges far faster on suitable chargers, and the larger battery delivers competitive real-world range. It is a more modern, more rounded electric SUV than the e-tron, with the same hushed refinement and without the efficiency penalty of the early car.
Renault Koleos
A relaxed family cruiser rather than a dynamic driver's car, with good visibility. Comfortable and composed for a mid-size SUV, with a soft ride that prioritises long-distance refinement. Steering is light and accurate enough for the size but lacks strong feedback. Body control is adequate, though some examples feel soft over larger bumps. Diesels provide strong low-end torque for motorway use and overtaking. X-Tronic CVT automatics are smooth once under way but can feel sluggish or noisy under hard acceleration. AWD versions add traction in poor conditions but increase weight.
Belgian taxes & LEZ
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