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2027 Audi A6 e-tron vs 2027 Hyundai Sonata

The Hyundai Sonata wins clearly, 83.3 to 72.5, on price, tech & comfort, safety. The Audi A6 e-tron is ahead on fuel & range and performance.

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2027 Audi A6 e-tron

The 2027 Audi A6 e-tron is sold in the U.S. as an electric large hatchback with 4 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the A6 e-tron ultra, is E…

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2027 Hyundai Sonata

The 2027 Hyundai Sonata is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas large sedan with 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Sonata Hybrid Blue,…

Verdict · default weights

2027 Hyundai Sonata

Clear win

The Hyundai Sonata wins clearly, 83.3 to 72.5, on price, tech & comfort, safety. The Audi A6 e-tron is ahead on fuel & range and performance.

Price 2027 Hyundai Sonata leads by 58.6
Tech & comfort 2027 Hyundai Sonata leads by 60.8
Fuel & range 2027 Audi A6 e-tron leads by 55.8
Category · weight2027 Audi A6 e-tronoverall 72.52027 Hyundai Sonataoverall 83.3
Pricew 441.4100
Fuel & rangew 310044.2
Safetyw 480.4100
Space & cargow 210073.4
Performancew 210059.9
Tech & comfortw 339.2100
Warrantynot comparedNo dataNo data
Overall72.583.3

Trim vs trim · 6 of 7 categories compared

Audi A6 e-tron: base trim A6 Sportback e-tron (RWD) RWD · Hyundai Sonata: base trim SE FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.

Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.

Where the gap is

the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbers

Where the 2027 Hyundai Sonata wins

  • It lists 28 standard driver-assist features against 6.
  • It starts $39,100 lower ($27,600 against $66,700 base MSRP).
  • It lists more comfort and tech equipment (48.5 points against 19 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).

Where the 2027 Audi A6 e-tron answers

  • It is rated 127 combined against 51 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
  • It costs $700 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($600 against $1,300).

What they share

  • A Safety Signal of 100.
  • 5 seats.

Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.

Specifications side by side

52 specs · manufacturer press kits
SpecAudi A6 e-tronA6 Sportback e-tron (RWD) RWDHyundai SonataSE FWD
Pricing
Base MSRP (excludes destination)$66,700$27,600
Engine Basics
Aspiration—naturally aspirated
Cylinder count—4
Engine displacement—2,497 cc
Engine type (full description)One electric motor: Rear - Permanently-Excited Synchronous (PSM)Smartstream 2.5L GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder
Fuel injection system—gdi mpi
Valve configuration—DOHC 16-Valve
Engine Output
Horsepower375 hp191 hp
Torque—181 lb-ft
Fuel Economy
MPG (city)117 mpg26 mpg
MPG (combined)111 mpg31 mpg
MPG (highway)105 mpg38 mpg
Transmission
Final drive ratio9.2423.195
Transmission speeds18
Transmission typeSingle-Speedautomatic
Dimensions Exterior
Ground clearance—5.3 in
Overall height58.6 in56.9 in
Overall length194 in193 in
Overall width76.2 in73.2 in
Wheelbase116 in112 in
Cargo
Cargo volume behind 1st row39.9 cu-ft—
Cargo volume behind 2nd row26 cu-ft15.6 cu-ft
Total interior volume—120 cu-ft
Seating
Passenger seating capacity55
Headroom
Front headroom38.5 in40 in
Second-row headroom—37.8 in
Third-row headroom37.6 in—
Legroom
Front legroom41.4 in46.1 in
Second-row legroom—34.8 in
Third-row legroom35.2 in—
Weights
Curb weight (maximum)—3,232 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)4,949 lbs3,232 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating—4,453 lbs
Suspension
Front suspension type5-link designMacPherson Strut
Rear suspension type5-link designMulti-link
Steering
Steering typeElectromechanical progressive steering with speed-sensitive power assistRack-and-Pinion
Turning radius (curb-to-curb)40.4 ft35.9 ft
Brakes
Front brake diameter350 mm305 mm
Front brake typeFour-piston fixed caliper, ventilated steel discsventilated disc
Parking brake typeElectro-mechanicalElectronic (Button)
Rear brake diameter350 mm285 mm
Rear brake typeSingle-piston floating caliper, ventilated steel discssolid disc
Wheels
Wheel diameter20 in16 in
Wheel material—alloy
Wheel width—6.5 in
Tires
Tire size235/45 R20 100H XL front / 265/40 R20 104H XL rear all-season run flat205/65 R16
Fuel System
Fuel tank capacity—15.9 gal
Minimum recommended octane—87
Connected Services
Connected services brand—Blue Link
Shoulder Room
Front shoulder room58.2 in57.9 in
Second-row shoulder room—56.1 in
Third-row shoulder room57.3 in—

Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.

Equipment, feature by feature

180 features · differences first, then shared

Safety30 differ · 32 listed

FeatureAudi A6 e-tronA6 Sportback e-tron (RWD) RWDHyundai SonataSE FWD
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Pedestrian, Cyclist Detection— std
Smart Cruise Control w/ Start/Stop— std
Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BSW) with Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)— std
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Junction Turning— std
Advanced Airbags - Driver (1) / Front Passenger (1)— std
Driver and Front Passenger Side-impact (4)— std
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Lane Follow Assist (LFA)— std
Rearview Monitor— std

Infotainment15 differ · 15 listed

FeatureAudi A6 e-tronA6 Sportback e-tron (RWD) RWDHyundai SonataSE FWD
Bluetooth Phone Controls— std
12.3-inch HD touchscreen AM/FM/MP3 Audio System 6 Speakers, HD Radio, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, Blue Link, smartphone integration and rearview camera— std
All-new MMI® technology and design enhancements std—
Antenna - Shark fin design with SiriusXM reception— std
Apple CarPlay & Android Auto capability (Wired and Wireless)— std
Audi dashcam system (high-resolution 4K, HDR, integrated into base of interior rear-view mirror)opt—
Audio Controls (Volume up/down, Mode, Seek)— std
Auxiliary MP3 input / USB/iPod jacks - Front center stack bin (1)— std

Convenience12 differ · 12 listed

FeatureAudi A6 e-tronA6 Sportback e-tron (RWD) RWDHyundai SonataSE FWD
Hands-free Smart Trunk— std
Proximity Key Entry w/ Push Button Start— std
12-volt Outlet - Front Console (1)— std
Destination and Delivery (USD): $1,395 std—
New Power Nap mode creates calm and restful atmosphere during charging sessions std—
New Vehicle Limited Warranty: 4 year / 50,000 mi., whichever occurs first std—
Power Door Locks (auto-lock function can be enabled by user)— std
Power Windows - Driver Auto Up/Down— std

Climate3 differ · 3 listed

FeatureAudi A6 e-tronA6 Sportback e-tron (RWD) RWDHyundai SonataSE FWD
Air quality package (Prestige trim) std—
Cabin Air Filter— std
Manual Air Conditioning / Heating— std

Seating7 differ · 7 listed

FeatureAudi A6 e-tronA6 Sportback e-tron (RWD) RWDHyundai SonataSE FWD
60/40 Split Fold-Down Rear Seats— std
6-way manual adjustable driver's seat— std
6-way manual adjustable front passenger seat— std
Premium Cloth seating surfaces— std
Rear Seat Fixed headrests— std
Seatback Pockets (passenger side)— std
Seating: 5 std—

Interior32 differ · 32 listed

FeatureAudi A6 e-tronA6 Sportback e-tron (RWD) RWDHyundai SonataSE FWD
4.2-inch LCD instrument cluster display— std
Assist Grips (4)— std
Central Dome Light (door activated option)— std
Cupholders - 2 Front + 2 Rear (center armrest)— std
Door Armrest - Integrated— std
Door panel bottle holders (4)— std
Door Pockets - Small map w/ bottle holders— std
Door Sill Scuff Plates - Plastic— std

Exterior29 differ · 29 listed

FeatureAudi A6 e-tronA6 Sportback e-tron (RWD) RWDHyundai SonataSE FWD
LED Headlights (Projector-Type)— std
16 x 6.5J Aluminum Alloy wheels w/ 205/65 R16 tires— std
Acoustic film windshield— std
Curb Weight (lbs.): 4,949 / 5,192 / 5,225 std—
Digital OLED taillights (Prestige trim) std—
Door Handles - Bodycolor/Chrome— std
Drag Coefficient (Cd.): 0.23 / 0.23 / 0.24 std—
Front Windshield wipers - variable intermittent, speed sensitive— std

Powertrain34 differ · 34 listed

FeatureAudi A6 e-tronA6 Sportback e-tron (RWD) RWDHyundai SonataSE FWD
Drive Configuration FWD— std
0-100 kph (secs.) Est.: 5.4 / 4.5 / 3.9 std—
0-60 mph (secs.) Est.: 5.2 / 4.3 / 3.7 std—
Audi drive select assistant (automatically adjusts drive select mode to suit driving situation) std—
Battery Pack Construction: 180 Prismatic Cells, 12 Modules, Aluminum Battery Case Reinforced with Extruded Aluminum Cross-Sections std—
Battery Size (Gross): 100 kWh std—
Battery Size (Net): 94.4 kWh std—
Battery Type: 800V Lithium Ion std—

Chassis15 differ · 15 listed

FeatureAudi A6 e-tronA6 Sportback e-tron (RWD) RWDHyundai SonataSE FWD
Body Construction: Mixed steel/aluminum construction std—
Brake Construction: Front: Fixed caliper / Rear: Floating caliper with integrated electric parking brake std—
Electronic Parking Brake w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold— std
Front Brakes: Four-piston caliper 13.8" (350mm) ventilated steel discs / Four-piston caliper 15.7" (400mm) ventilated steel discs (S6) std—
Front Brakes: Ventilated disc 12.0" (SE/SEL Sport/Hybrid); 13.6" (N Line)— std
Front Suspension: MacPherson Strut w/ Stabilizer Bar and Gas Shock Absorber— std
Motor-Driven Power Steering - Column-mounted (MDPS)— std
Parking Brake: Electro-mechanical std—

Cargo1 differ · 1 listed

FeatureAudi A6 e-tronA6 Sportback e-tron (RWD) RWDHyundai SonataSE FWD
Trunk Volume / With seats folded (cu. ft.): 25.95 / 39.87 / 25.95 / 39.87 / 25.95 / 39.29 std—

Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.

Safety record

NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAP

Audi A6 e-tron

Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints —

Top recalls

No recalls on file.

Hyundai Sonata

Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints —

Top recalls

No recalls on file.

Ownership

EPA, manufacturer warranty
Audi A6 e-tronA6 Sportback e-tron (RWD) RWDHyundai SonataSE FWD
Price$66,700 (base trim)$27,600 (base trim)
Price range across trims$66,700 – $79,600 6 trims$27,600 – $38,500 7 trims
PowertrainsBEVHEV, GAS
EPA configuration comparedA6 e-tron ultraSonata Hybrid Blue
Combined mpg / MPGe12751
EPA annual fuel cost$600$1,300
EV range395 mi—
Basic warranty4 yr / 50,000 mi—
Powertrain warranty——
Roadside assistance4 yr—

Common questions

Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kits

Which is better, the 2027 Audi A6 e-tron or the 2027 Hyundai Sonata?

The Hyundai Sonata wins clearly, 83.3 to 72.5, on price, tech & comfort, safety. The Audi A6 e-tron is ahead on fuel & range and performance. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2027 Hyundai Sonata scores 83.3 and the 2027 Audi A6 e-tron 72.5. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.

Which is cheaper, the 2027 Audi A6 e-tron or the 2027 Hyundai Sonata?

The 2027 Hyundai Sonata starts lower — $27,600 against $66,700, a gap of $39,100 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.

Which has the better safety record, the 2027 Audi A6 e-tron or the 2027 Hyundai Sonata?

2027 Audi A6 e-tron: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. 2027 Hyundai Sonata: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.

What are the biggest differences between the 2027 Audi A6 e-tron and the 2027 Hyundai Sonata?

Where the 2027 Hyundai Sonata wins: it lists 28 standard driver-assist features against 6, starts $39,100 lower ($27,600 against $66,700 base MSRP), and lists more comfort and tech equipment (48.5 points against 19 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½). Where the 2027 Audi A6 e-tron answers: it is rated 127 combined against 51 (EPA mpg or MPGe) and costs $700 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($600 against $1,300). What they share: a Safety Signal of 100 and 5 seats.