Audi Unveils Three-Row Q9 SUV in New York
Audi unveiled its largest SUV to date, the Q9, on Tuesday evening near the iconic Brooklyn Bridge. This full-size, three-row vehicle offers both a standard model and a sportier variant known as the SQ9, tailored specifically for the North American market. Measuring 209 inches long and featuring advanced technology and luxury finishes, the Q9 also boasts a spacious interior, allowing for up to seven passengers and enhancing cargo space. The base price starts at $89,095, with the SQ9 priced at $119,395. Both models are anticipated to hit the U.S. market by late 2023, highlighting Audi's commitment to luxury SUVs.
Key facts
- Audi unveiled Q9 flagship SUV on Tuesday night with view of Brooklyn Bridge.
- Q9 is Audi's largest SUV ever, designed for North America.
- Available as standard Q9 and sportier SQ9.
- Q9 dimensions: 209 inches long, 86.8 inches wide, 71.4 inches tall.
- Features illuminated badge exclusive to North America and adaptive digital matrix LED lighting.
- Wheelbase of 123.5 inches; three rows seating seven or six with captain's chairs.
- Cargo space up to 87.7 cubic feet behind first row.
- Interior includes 11.9-inch virtual cockpit, 14.5-inch touchscreen, 12.3-inch passenger display, ChatGPT-powered Audi Assistant.
- Optional 22-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system.
- Q9 engine: 2.9L twin-turbo V-6, 429 hp, 0-60 in 4.9 sec.
- SQ9 engine: 4.0L twin-turbo V-8, 591 hp, 0-60 in 3.9 sec.
- Top speed: 130 mph (Q9), 155 mph (SQ9).
- Both engines exclusive to North America.
- Pricing: Q9 from $89,095, SQ9 from $119,395.
- US launch in Q4 2025.
Entities
Institutions
- Audi
- Audi America
- Robb Report
- Bang & Olufsen
Locations
- Brooklyn Bridge
- New York City
- United States
- North America