The Audi SQ6 e-tron SUV.
Audi
Audi on Monday revealed its recent all-electric Q6 e-tron SUV, the primary production vehicle on its next-generation electric vehicle architecture.
The Volkswagen-owned luxury carmaker says the brand new “Premium Platform Electric” opens up recent levels of technology for Audi, including a rapid EV recharge time of 158 miles in 10 minutes.
The vehicle ushers in the following generation of EVs for Audi, which continues to supply more all-electric and plug-in hybrid EVs despite growth slowing recently for EVs.
Audi confirmed it plans to introduce about 20 recent or significantly redesigned models and derivatives globally through 2025, greater than half of which shall be electric.
The Audi SQ6 e-tron SUV,
Audi
Ordering for the Q6 e-tron quattro in addition to an “S” performance variant will open this month in Europe, starting at 74,400 euros or about $81,000, and 93,800 euros, or $102,030, respectively. The Q6 e-tron has an estimated range on a single charge of 625 kilometers, or 388 miles.
Top performance specifications for the U.S. include as much as 510 horsepower, max speed of 143 miles per hour and 0 mph to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds.
Exact pricing and model details for the U.S. are expected closer to when the midsize SUV goes on sale domestically later this yr, in keeping with an Audi spokesman.
Audi currently offers all-electric Q4 and Q8 SUVs in addition to a $106,500 GT sedan within the U.S. market.
The Q6 e-tron incorporates a recent but familiar Audi design including sleek headlamps, mesh-style grille and an overall aggressive exterior design.
The brand new EV platform includes an 800-volt battery architecture and a maximum charging capability of 270 kilowatt hours.
The Audi SQ6 e-tron SUV.
Audi