Audi Q8

Audi is expanding its SUV line-up globally, adding new models within and beyond their existing range. While Q3, Q5 and the Q7 defining the traditional SUV segments, the Q2, Q4 and the Q8, on the other hand, are the part of the new products. The Q8 is a high-end coupe SUV built on the same platform as the Porsche Macan and the Lamborghini Urus.

Unlike the Q7, the Q8 is a five-seater coupe SUV built to compete with the likes of the BMW X6 and the Mercedes GLE Coupe. It will toe the new sharper design language from Audi seen on its newer models with the hexagonal grille and sleek headlamps. The body lines are also quite sharp and with the large wheels and low roof, it looks sporty as well.

The interior is signature Audi with the virtual cockpit and the infotainment screen leading the proceedings on the glazed dashboard. The cockpit gets a sea of touch-panel controllers to ensure the surfaces are clean. Being a high-end Audi, it will get all the bells and whistles like the panoramic sunroof, 360-degree parking assist, ventilated power seats et al.

Under the hood, you can expect it to be powered by the 3.0-litre V6 diesel and the 2.0-litre and 3.0-litre petrol mills. With the new 48V mild-hybrid technology the powertrain will be mated to an eight-speed automatic gearbox and will get Quattro all-wheel drive as standard.

You can expect the Audi Q8 to be launched globally in 2019 and it should make it to India later next year.