Audi Sq6 E-Tron vs BMW X7
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Audi Sq6 E-Tron

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2025 price

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BMW X7

$123,990 - $134,888

2023 price

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Summary

2025 Audi Sq6 E-Tron

2023 BMW X7

By Emily Agar

By Tim Nicholson

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Not Applicable, 0.0L

Diesel Turbo 8, 3.0L

Fuel Type

Electric

Diesel/Electric

Fuel Efficiency

0.0L/100km (combined)

8.0L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Gorgeous design inside and out
Powerful and dynamic on-road handling
Quick charging and long drive range

Bold design
Spacious, plush interior
Beefy diesel engine

Dislikes

Not super fun for an S badge
A couple of tech gremlins
Significant price jump from other grades

Pricey options
Some functions hard to find in screen
A challenge to manoeuvre in tight spaces

2025 Audi Sq6 E-Tron Summary

Sharing the same Volkswagen Group PPE platform as its main rival, the Porsche Macan 4S, the newly launched Audi SQ6 e-tron has promised both efficiency and performance.

Is it a combination that can be achieved in real life? My family of three have been testing it out this week to find out for you.

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2023 BMW X7 Summary

Large family-friendly luxury SUVs tend to be handsome in design but somewhat restrained. Until now. BMW has introduced a major facelift for its flagship SUV, the six- or seven-seat X7. Emphasis on face.

The new X7 adopts the striking but controversial front-end from the new 7 Series sedan, but the big, bold SUV is hiding some rather significant changes under the skin. Aside from a beefier diesel that now comes with mild hybrid tech, there’s also a redesigned cabin, massively upgraded tech, more standard features, oh, and a price increase.

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Deep dive comparison

2025 Audi Sq6 E-Tron 2023 BMW X7

Verdict

When it comes to a performance electric SUV, the Audi SQ6 e-tron is a fine example and showcases a masterclass in design. It drives and handles beautifully, even if it’s not as fun as I expected.

The technology looks amazing and I'm sure the little bumps we experienced will be ironed out with a software update.

The SQ6 will suit a smaller family best but the decent driving range and fast charging capabilities means regional families might like it too.

Verdict

When lined up against its direct rivals, the expensive X7 xDrive40d represents reasonable value for money.

It has a unique and bold look and a sumptuous, visually striking and well-appointed interior that has acres of space for family, friends, or for ferrying frequent flyers to the airport.

That wallop of performance from the big beefy diesel is the cherry on the top. This is how you do a mid-life update.

Audi Sq6 E-Tron vs BMW X7 What's the difference?

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Audi Sq6 E-Tron vs BMW X7
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