Audi is getting ready to launch not one but three electric SUVs, in the form of the Q6 e-tron and the facelifted e-tron / e-tron Sportback. The former was spied once more ahead of its premiere in early 2022, with the camouflaged prototype looking almost production-ready.
Audi officially confirmed the Q6 e-tron back in March 2021, and since then, several camouflaged prototypes have been spied testing on public roads. The new electric SUV model is set to bridge the gap between the smaller Q4 e-tron and the e-tron flagship models.
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The exterior dimensions of the Q6 e-tron will be similar to the ICE-powered Q5. However, it looks significantly sportier thanks to its pronounced shoulders, the slim and high-mounted LED headlights, and the aerodynamic roofline.
Underneath the test car’s full-body camo wrap, you can notice a covered Singleframe grille dominating the front end. It still doesn’t wear the production taillights, but from their outer shape, we can tell how aggressive they will look in combination with the wide fenders and the heavy inclined rear windshield.
The Q6 e-tron will sit on the EV-dedicated PPE architecture which was developed in collaboration with Porsche, unlike most of the rest of Audi SUV models that are based on the aging MLB platform. The same platform will be used by the Audi A6 e-tron sedan, and the upcoming 2023 Porsche Macan.
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The battery pack could have a capacity of 100 kWh, while range-topping models could employ dual electric motors with up to a combined 469 hp (350 kW / 476 PS). The Q6 e-tron is also expected to get adaptive air suspension, four-wheel steering, and torque vectoring technology.
Rival models will include the BMW iX3, and the Mercedes-Benz EQC which are already offered in the market. We also expect some internal competition with the Macan sibling – at least for the high-end trim levels – since Audi has moved upmarket reaching closer to entry-level Porsche territory.
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