Unlike most electric vehicles dominating the market, the Audi A6 Avant e-tron forgoes the popular SUV silhouette for a lower, more aerodynamic design. Its sleek build means it's less disruptive to the alpine environment, a point of pride given our current climate concerns.
We tested this electric marvel through:
- Heavy Load: Filled with gear, no roof racks.
- High Speed: Across Germany’s autobahn.
- Braving the Cold: Navigating icy conditions.
Despite these challenges, the Audi A6 Avant stood strong, achieving a remarkable 2.7 miles per kWh over 1,789 miles.
While similar to the Audi Q6 e-tron — both utilizing 800V architecture for rapid charging — the A6 shines with its better range due to superior aerodynamics.
- A6 Avant Range: 402 miles (official), but practically averages 240 miles outdoors in cold, high-speed conditions.
- Q6 e-tron Range: Slightly shorter at 361 miles under ideal conditions.
The A6 e-tron's cabin is thoughtfully designed, balancing high-tech features with user-friendly interfaces like:
- Five Dash Screens: Clarity without complexity.
- Augmented Reality Head-Up Display: Enhancing driving focus.
- Panoramic Roof: Offers adjustable transparency.
Although it lacks the quattro system, the Audi maintains balance and grace, offering a stable ride courtesy of efficient winter tires.
Ski racing is a world of passion, seemingly at odds with the plush, yet practical, journey of our Audi. Prep work for races is intensive, with coaches like Alain Baxter and Tom ‘TJ’ Baldwin fine-tuning ski equipment with precision rivaling that of tuning a racecar.
Rain replaces snow, but spirits remain high as slalom skiers like Dave Ryding and Laurie Taylor aim for excellence. Despite modest resources, Team GB shows promising results, underscored by a shared 16th-place finish.
As we glide through Kitzbühel in the Audi A6 e-tron, we ponder the synergy between cutting-edge electric vehicles and traditional pastimes reliant on nature. Efficient and intelligently designed, the A6 e-tron caps off our journey as a potential herald of an estate car renaissance. And if a Brit can win a ski race, why can't estates make a comeback?
