The event of the upcoming Audi Q6 E-Tron continues to be in full swing. The German automaker has been testing the pure EV crossover nameplate extensively since final yr. Nevertheless, the most recent spy photographs are bringing one thing new to the desk.
Our spy photographers have noticed the Q6 E-Tron prototype up in Sweden as soon as once more – now sporting manufacturing lights on the entrance and on the again for the primary time. Do not count on these Mickey lights up prime to succeed in manufacturing, although. They’re doubtless there for emergency use solely.
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The largest shock right here is that the Audi Q6 E-Tron is sporting a set of split-type headlights – just like new BMW SAVs just like the upcoming X7. As with most cut up headlight designs, the higher portion appears to be reserved for LED daytime operating lights that double as flip alerts. The rear will get the manufacturing taillights as properly, with horizontal graphics versus the spherical lamps from earlier sightings.
The Audi Q6 E-Tron will slot in between the This autumn E-Tron that sits atop the MEB platform, and the full-sized E-Tron flagship EV that is primarily based on a modified model of the MLB structure.
Powertrain particulars of the Q6 E-Tron are scarce at this level. Nevertheless, there are rumors that a range-topping RS-branded Q6 E-Tron is coming, producing round 600 horsepower (447 kilowatts) and 612 pound-feet (830 Newton-meters) of torque. That is unconfirmed at this level.
Utilizing the PPE structure, the Q6 E-Tron will share its underpinnings with the electrical Porsche Macan. The Macan EV will likely be revealed forward of the Q6 E-Tron this yr, however each fashions will hit the market in 2023. Each the Audi Q5 and non-EV Macan will likely be offered side-by-side with their electrical counterparts.
