Nissan Patrol vs Audi Q6
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Nissan Patrol

$82,977 - $148,990

2025 price

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Audi Q6

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2025 price

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Summary

2025 Nissan Patrol

2025 Audi Q6

By Marcus Craft

By Emily Agar

Safety Rating

Engine Type

V8, 5.6L

Electric motor type

Permanent Magnet

Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Vehicle type

Battery Electric

Fuel Efficiency

14.4L/100km (combined)

Electric range

598 km

Energy consumption

18.5 kWh/100km

Battery capacity

94.90 kWh

Seating

Likes

That V8
Very comfortable on-road
Very capable off-road

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

Dislikes

Fuel bills
Update adds nothing in terms of performance
Exhaust caps may cop damage off-road

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

2025 Nissan Patrol Summary

The entire 2025 Nissan Patrol range – including the Ti-based, Premcar-boosted Warrior – has undergone a cabin update.

Changes include a new bigger touchscreen multimedia system, wireless charging and an off-road monitor.

The same V8 engine remains across the range so there are no changes to power and torque.

So, do these cabin tech updates make any kind of significant difference to the Warrior package?

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2025 Audi Q6 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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2025 Nissan Patrol 2025 Audi Q6

Verdict

The Nissan Patrol Warrior is a very capable 4WD, it’s a refined, comfortable all-rounder with plenty of potential as a touring vehicle.

PremCar’s work here – as on the Navara – has made a good 4WD even better.

All of that conversion work, engineering upgrades and fitment of accessories is the kind of sensible work an experienced 4WDer would apply via the aftermarket. The bonus here is that it’s all factory-backed and covered by a 10-year/300,000km warranty, albeit with conditions.

If you can cope with the fuel bills, this big V8 4WD remains a refreshingly old-school style of off-roader – relying more on sheer grunt than touchy tech – and the latest round of cabin updates has added more appeal to what is already a very appealing vehicle.

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.

Nissan Patrol vs Audi Q6 What's the difference?

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Nissan Patrol vs Audi Q6
What's the difference?