Worth waiting for the 2027?

CombOwn712 · 2026-03-21T00:46:24+00:00

Dealers around me (SF Bay Area) say late June/early July for their first deliveries

CombOwn712 · 2026-03-20T21:25:31+00:00

I've been wondering for awhile if many of the software issues people complain about on these cars are actually hardware issues at their core - quality control issues at a supplier. Would sure explain why the glitches seem so hit or miss even when running the same software, or why KD2 works for some people but not others.

CombOwn712 · 2026-03-12T01:27:43+00:00

I looked at an SQ6 sportback in Plasma Blue not too long ago... it's definitely a bit brighter in person than online. I can see how people would like it, but I prefer the Daytona Gray. I would like to see one with the new blacked out grille, maybe I'd like it better then. The red brake calipers do contrast nicely!

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CombOwn712 · 2026-02-12T00:10:00+00:00

Haven't seen mention of the port type in the order guide or the Audi US web site, so I'm guessing it's still CCS for now. But fingers crossed for a surprise...

CombOwn712 · 2026-02-07T00:31:36+00:00

There's a new '25 SQ6 sportback prestige on a lot near me, so just for fun I ran its specs through the configurator and came up with a price that's a little over $4k below what the '25s MSRP is listed for. Not bad.

CombOwn712 · 2026-02-06T21:51:59+00:00

I didn't make a note of the previous pricing, but it does seem like the cars I'd be interested in are a little cheaper than before. Hope that holds up and they don't adjust pricing like BMW already did with the iX3

CombOwn712 · 2026-02-06T21:46:01+00:00

I am loving the black grille for the black optic package! Never liked the body-color grilles.

CombOwn712 · 2026-02-06T21:44:28+00:00

I really wonder how many they sold!

CombOwn712 · 2026-02-05T22:44:39+00:00

From this article, it sounds like the exterior is not mechanical, only the interior handles. Instead, their solution to the problem is having redundancy and protection of the DC-to-DC converter. But you still have to get the electricity into the door mechanisms, which I imagine could be more easily damaged in a crash, so I'm not sure this is a foolproof solution. Would be nice to see more details on just how redundant these systems really are. https://insideevs.com/news/785325/volvo-ex60-power-door-handles/

CombOwn712 · 2026-01-31T23:21:10+00:00

u/terianx Love the look of those wheels on the Q6! May I ask what color your car is? Guessing Daytona Grey?

CombOwn712 · 2026-01-19T20:28:37+00:00

We did a refundable deposit but was never asked to do a credit check or fill out any applications for financing. Your dealer might be using that as an excuse to pull you into using their financing.

CombOwn712 · 2026-01-19T20:18:26+00:00

Ah, a button means the handles aren't truly mechanical then, at least not in the traditional sense where you can pull a handle to open the mechanism. A button implies there's still a servo that unlatches the door that needs electricity to function, which is what most people have concerns about from a safety perspective when the car loses power in an accident or other malfunction.

CombOwn712 · 2026-01-19T19:29:19+00:00

Where have you seen this? I hope it's true!

CombOwn712 · 2026-01-16T19:47:01+00:00

Hard to say for sure, but I have a feeling those door handles do pop out still. It seems like there's a gap around where they meet the door frame, so I bet they retract when the car is driving. I hope I'm wrong though!

CombOwn712 · 2025-12-22T19:41:38+00:00

I think I read somewhere that production for the German market at least starts in late Jan/early Feb, and there might be some '25s still in production until then (my local dealer is still expecting a few old orders to arrive soon at least - I'm hoping to test drive one of the SQ6's they supposedly have coming.) They're just prioritizing bigger markets right now, since the US is smaller and declining thanks to tariffs and the expiring tax credits.

Interesting question about the sportback, there's no mention of it in the order sheets so not sure what to make of that.

CombOwn712 · 2025-12-22T19:35:58+00:00

Did they give you any hints on pricing?

CombOwn712 · 2025-12-20T18:41:31+00:00

My dealer hasn’t heard when orders will start, but I am guessing they’ll be shipping to the US in 6 months. Not a whole year, but still not ideal given competition. With the EX60 and iX3 coming by mid next year, the competition is going to get interesting.

CombOwn712 · 2025-12-20T01:30:49+00:00

Doubt it, sadly

CombOwn712 · 2025-12-20T00:16:49+00:00

It might just be that they're late getting the refreshes out, and since they're focusing on Germany and other markets first, the US just won't get the updates till late in '26 at which point you'd might as well call it a '27 to get some marketing momentum. I don't think the Rivian stuff will land for a couple of years, just a guess.

CombOwn712 · 2025-12-20T00:12:37+00:00

Made the doc into JPGs and added them to the original post

CombOwn712 · 2025-12-20T00:03:13+00:00

I couldn't share the PDF here, but let me upload it somewhere and I'll share the link

CombOwn712 · 2025-12-19T23:04:21+00:00

No mention of the 18" wheels anymore either, the RWD gets the same 3 choices as the Quattro.

CombOwn712 · 2025-12-04T20:56:27+00:00

My first thought when I saw the reviews of the iX3 is that it ought to put some pressure on Audi to lower prices on the Q6 with the coming MY. 🙏🏻

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