Audi Q6 J3
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
Engine Overview
The Audi Q6 J3 is available with 3 engine variants — from 204 to 490 hp.
The Audi Q6 e-tron 40 (Elektro, 204 PS) has the Audi-Q6ET-150 (Elektromotor Rear) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.
The Audi Q6 e-tron quattro (Elektro, 388 PS) has the Audi-Q6ET-285 (Elektromotor Dual) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.
The Audi SQ6 e-tron (Elektro, 489 PS) has the Audi-Q6ET-285 (Elektromotor Dual) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Driver assistance systems trigger falsely Owners report falsely triggering driver assistance systems: autonomous emergency braking without any obstacle, excessively aggressive lane-keep assist. Software campaigns (06XM, 06XL) are intended to resolve the issue. Symptoms: Autonomous emergency braking with no visible obstacle, uncontrolled steering input from lane-keep assist | Low | |
| Infotainment audio failure after software update After software campaigns some Q6 e-tron units lose all audio functionality: radio, streaming and other sources no longer work. Known issue following over-the-air or workshop updates. Symptoms: No sound from the speaker system, radio and streaming inoperative, complete silence inside the vehicle | Medium | |
| High-voltage battery requires software monitoring Early 2024 Q6 e-tron units require continuous software monitoring of the high-voltage battery until new firmware (Q1 2025) becomes available, according to Audi. Root cause not fully communicated. Symptoms: No typical driver-facing symptoms; warning messages on the display possible | Low | |
| Driver's door lock sticks On some Q6 e-tron units the driver's door cannot be opened from outside, while other doors operate normally. Known issue on early 2024 production vehicles. Symptoms: Driver's door cannot be opened from outside even though the vehicle is unlocked | Medium |
Alternatives
Known Problems and Issues
A total of 14 weaknesses have been documented for the Audi Q6 J3 (2024–2026) — 10 engine-related and 4 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Electronics.
Q6 (Audi-Q6ET-150, 2024–2026) — Be Careful: ADAS Malfunctions: Ghost Braking and Aggressive Lane Keep, Driver Assistance Systems Fail Completely, Infotainment Total Failure: No Radio, No Streaming. Power: 204 PS.
Q6 (Audi-Q6ET-285, 2024–2026) — Be Careful: PPE platform software: many faults at delivery, Electric motor vibration — harmonic resonance noise, 12V electrical system — deep discharge during standstill. Power: 388 PS.
Q6 (Audi-Q6ET-285, 2024–2026) — Be Careful: PPE platform software: many faults at delivery, Electric motor vibration — harmonic resonance noise, 12V electrical system — deep discharge during standstill. Power: 489 PS.
What to watch out for with the Audi Q6? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee