Audi has revealed a brand new mid-size SUV developed completely for China. The car is named a Q6, however it has no relation to the Q6 E-Tron electrical SUV Audi will promote globally, together with right here within the U.S.
The Q6 developed for China relies on Volkswagen Group’s MQB platform designed for mainstream automobiles outfitted with internal-combustion engines. It is a shut cousin of the Volkswagen Atlas, with early take a look at mules for the Q6 even utilizing Atlas our bodies to cover their mechanicals.
The Q6 stretches 200.7 inches in size and includes a wheelbase of 117.3 inches. That wheelbase matches up with the wheelbase of the Atlas, whereas the whole size is a number of inches longer than on the VW. The additional size ends in a spacious cabin with three rows of seats. Patrons will be capable of select between six- and seven-seat configurations.
2023 Audi Q6 (China spec)
Two powertrains have been introduced for the Q6. A typical turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-4 delivers 262 hp and an out there 2.5-liter inline-6 delivers 295 hp. An automated transmission and all-wheel drive full the mechanical bundle in each instances.
The Q6 goes on sale in China later this yr priced from 500,000 renminbi (roughly $74,100). Its arrival follows that of one other current China-exclusive Audi, the Q5 E-Tron.
As for the Q6 E-Tron electrical SUV destined to be bought globally, it’s going to debut both late this yr or early subsequent. Will probably be the primary VW Group car to journey on the automaker’s new PPE platform, and can be adopted carefully by a associated electrical Porsche Macan.
