Audi Q6 e-tron model year changes

MY2025 - Production start 2024

The Audi Q6 e-tron had its world premiere on March 18, 2024. Production takes place at the Ingolstadt plant on the new PPE platform.

The first customers received their cars in the summer of 2024.

MY2025 -> MY2026 (2025)

Audi announced comprehensive updates for the Q6 e-tron for the 2026 model year. Orders start from calendar week 48/49 2025. Source

Driving dynamics

• Audi drive select assistant available - automatically adjusts driving modes to match driving style
• Improved regenerative braking - vehicles can now decelerate to a standstill without transitioning to conventional friction brakes, improving efficiency and range through additional kinetic energy recovery

Driver assistance

• Advanced adaptive cruise assist with assisted lane changes on highways via turn signal activation
• Predictive assistance recognizing stop signs, right-of-way, and speed limits via data fusion and front camera
• Swarm data detection of road irregularities shared with other Audi vehicles
• Park assist pro expansion including reverse assist for final 50 meters, maneuver assist, and trained parking (storing and executing five 200-meter maneuvers)
• Garage parking via smartphone without needing to drive past the space first

Audi assistant

• Self-learning voice assistant expanded with artificial intelligence
• ChatGPT integration for intuitive cross-functional operation
• Access to vehicle logbook information for detailed questions
• Connected in-car office accessing calendars and emails
• Voice control for driver assist systems and behavioral pattern recognition
• Automatic routine adoption

Dashcam (optional)

• Integrated into interior mirror base
• 4K video with HDR and light-sensitive sensor
• Ring buffer recording capturing 30 seconds before and after incidents
• Local SD card storage only
• Automatic triggering via hazard lights or emergency braking

Experience Worlds

• Activating, Relaxing, and Harmonizing mood scenarios
• Utilizes interior lighting, sound, massage functions, and climate control
• Duration: 10-20 minutes with dynamic adaptation to vehicle movements
• Power Nap mode during charging breaks

Gaming and entertainment

• Bluetooth controller support for games like Asphalt Legends and Queen Rock Tour
• Wireless Bluetooth headphone connectivity
• Active privacy mode on MMI passenger display
• Access to Audi Application Store

Note: The improvements listed address German market vehicles. Other markets will vary in terms of content and timing.

It is currently unknown if the 2025 model year versions of the Q6 e-tron will receive the updated infotainment software. However, since the Q6 e-tron was marketed as a car that would be updated with new features over time, electrichasgoneaudi hopes that existing owners will also benefit from this update. It is definitely an attractive update for the platform.