Audi's flagship SQ9 will compete with the Mercedes GLS and BMW X7.
By : Vidya
Audi's upcoming SQ9 flagship SUV has been spotted undergoing testing in Europe, signaling its potential debut next year.
Positioned as a luxury performance-focused three-row crossover, the SQ9 aims to challenge high-end competitors like the BMW X7 and Mercedes GLS.
The prototype showcases distinctive design elements, including a large mesh grille, split lighting units, expansive greenhouse, and Ford Mustang Mach-E-inspired door handles along an upward-sweeping beltline.
The rear features a four-tailpipe exhaust system, boomerang-shaped taillights, and subtle design differences from the Q7, such as longer rear doors and a bumper-mounted license plate recess.
Expected to ride on the Premium Platform Combustion, the SQ9 may feature a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 engine alongside plug-in hybrid variants, reflecting its flagship status with cutting-edge performance and luxury features