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The Audi Q6L e-tron makes its grand entrance at the Beijing Auto Show 2024, marking a significant step in Audi’s shift towards premium electric mobility. Designed specifically for the Chinese market, the Q6L e-tron, a variant of the Audi Q6 e-tron series, is set to start production in the new Changchun factory, highlighting its tailored features and extended capabilities. This launch underlines Audi’s commitment to electrification, with the model boasting an impressive range and advanced technology.
Key Highlights
- Extended Wheelbase: The Q6L e-tron features a wheelbase extended by 105 millimeters to accommodate a larger battery, ensuring a range of over 700 kilometers.
- Local Production: It will be the first model built at the new factory in Changchun, emphasizing local manufacturing and delivery starting in 2025.
- Advanced Technology: Incorporates the latest E3 1.2 electronic architecture and 800-volt charging technology, providing up to 260 kilometers of range in just ten minutes.
- Luxurious Design: Redesigned specifically for the Chinese market, it offers an exclusive, spacious interior and a distinctive exterior with unique color options like Lilac Grey.
Innovative Features and Enhanced Performance
The Q6L e-tron is not only a marvel in terms of design but also sets new benchmarks in performance and efficiency. Powered by highly efficient electric motors and equipped with a newly developed lithium-ion battery, this model promises more than 700 kilometers of driving range per the China Light-Duty Vehicle Test Cycle (CLTC). Additionally, it can rapidly charge due to its 270 kW DC charging capability, significantly reducing downtime.
The SUV’s dynamic aesthetics are complemented by an elegant, stretched roofline and a longer wheelbase, enhancing its visual appeal and interior space. The unique front design and optional innovative lighting technologies like the second-generation digital OLED rear lights and active digital light signatures are tailored to set the Q6L e-tron apart in the competitive electric vehicle market.
Safety and Comfort: Tailored to Chinese Preferences
Audi has meticulously developed the Q6L e-tron to meet the specific needs of Chinese consumers. The interior is equipped with advanced infotainment systems and exclusive design elements that cater specifically to local preferences. Safety is also a priority, with a suite of driver assistance systems, including adaptive Driving Assistant Pro and Parking Assistant Pro, based on a comprehensive array of sensors and technologies.
Strategic Production and Sustainability Initiatives
The Audi Q6L e-tron exemplifies Audi’s commitment to sustainability and local production. Manufactured in the state-of-the-art Changchun plant, which is part of Audi’s global “Mission:Zero” initiative, the facility champions energy efficiency and sustainability. This approach not only supports environmental stewardship but also aligns with Audi’s goal to deliver cutting-edge technology and exceptional quality in its electric vehicles.
CEO’s Vision for the Future
Audi CEO Gernot Döllner emphasizes the strategic importance of the Q6L e-tron for the Chinese market, stating, “With the Q6L e-tron, we are bringing a tailor-made offering for our customers in China”. This initiative is part of Audi’s broader strategy to introduce electric vehicles across all core segments by 2027, showcasing a significant commitment to innovation and customer-centric development.
With its sophisticated design, innovative technology, and strategic market focus, the Audi Q6L e-tron is poised to become a pivotal model in Audi’s continued expansion in the realm of electric mobility.
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