Audi's real benchmark BMW X7 and Mercedes-Benz GLS models are about to come out, and it is the Audi Q9. Recently, an overseas spy photographer captured its camouflage prototype, which is also the first full-size SUV in Audi's lineup. However, at a time when competitors are transforming to the new energy route, Audi's full-size SUV has only joined the camp, will it be too late?
Audi has always been cautious in pushing new cars, in fact, there have been rumors on the Internet about Audi launching a full-size SUV Q9, and it has also been reported that Audi has registered the Audi Q9 trademark in Germany and overseas. Recently, the executives of Audi Australia also strongly hinted that the Audi Q9 will be launched soon. The new model is expected to be unveiled in 2025 and go on sale in 2026.
As you can see from the camouflage, the front design adopts the latest design style of the Audi family, and the styling is very similar to the next-generation Audi Q5 and the upcoming Audi Q6 e-tron. The grille is an octagonal large-mouth design, with a split layout of headlights, LED daytime running lights or combined turn signals on the edge of the hood, and the main body of the headlights underneath.
The car is obviously powered by an internal combustion engine, maybe a plug-in hybrid, but whatever? All of them coincide with the new naming convention previously announced by Audi, which is the power of the internal combustion engine with odd numbers and pure electric power with even numbers.
Audi has always wanted to expand its product line into the full-size SUV segment in order to gain a foothold in North America and even China. In addition to the Audi Q9 rumors, insiders revealed that Audi plans to launch a hard-core SUV to challenge the Land Rover Defender and Mercedes-Benz G-Class. In terms of size, the Audi Q9 may be more than 5.5 meters long, which is nearly 500mm longer than the current Audi Q7.
For more information about the new car, Master Jiao will pay close attention and bring a tracking report.