Bitauto Original has a little understanding of the naming method of Audi SUVs and you will find that compared to odd-numbered models, those even-numbered models usually appear sportier and younger. Audi Q2L and Q8 are good among them. represent. As Audi's SUV matrix becomes more and more complete, the remaining numbers are also being taken away. This time, it’s the Audi Q6’s turn.
The Audi Q6 is a medium to large SUV. The current official reservation price is 500,000-650,000 yuan. What’s more interesting is that it is the largest SUV currently sold by Audi, which may deviate from our understanding of the number “6”. So besides being big, what kind of impression can this new Audi SUV leave on us?
Two different front face designs
The Audi Q6 adopts a front face design that is different from other models in the family. According to the manufacturer, the design of its front part is inspired by the Chinese auspicious animal "Qilin". This can also be seen in this model. The importance attached to Chinese users. Audi Q6 offers a total of 8 personalized paints, and the limited edition one uses a more special matte brown paint.
Similar to another model of SAIC Audi, the Q5 e-tron, the Q6 also launches two different styles of front faces this time. Among them, the Sport Face uses a horizontal polygon and Y-shaped arrangement in the center grille, and is blackened; the Design Face adopts a vertical matrix arrangement, and also uses chrome trim strips to reflect a sense of fashion.
The headlights of the Audi Q6 adopt a split design. The upper ones are LED daytime running lights and low beam lights. The shape is still very "Audi", and the through-type light strip in the middle connects them. The high beam is located below. The headlights have a matrix function that can effectively reduce the impact on other vehicles when illuminated.
The Audi Q6 is built on the MQB Evo platform. The length, width and height of the vehicle are 5099x2014x1784mm. These three data are larger than the Audi Q7, and the wheelbase size is 2980mm. The edition one limited edition has a black roof and D-pillar design, and the exterior rearview mirrors and 21-inch wheels are blackened, while the D-pillar of the regular version has a matte silver trim. decorate.
The rear of the Audi Q6 adopts a relatively full design, which is very similar in style to other SUV models of the Audi brand. The through-type taillight design reflects the consistent standards of Audi's "light factory". What’s more interesting is that there is a “quattro” projected brake light designed on the inside of the top spoiler.After depressing the brake pedal, a rather clever effect will appear.
Available in two layouts of 6/7 seats
The cockpit design of the Audi Q6 reflects a relatively high level. The central control part adopts an angle that is biased toward the main driver. The configuration of three LCD screens greatly enhances the sense of technology. The edition one version is mainly fashionable and simple in terms of materials. The instrument panel uses a large number of silver metal trim strips, and a certain texture is added to highlight the sense of class. The other real-shot model uses luxurious-oriented Oriented solid wood material. In addition, the two models also use different leather coverings on the inside of the door panels, and the edition one version also has a logo inlaid.
The cockpit triple screen consists of a 12.3-inch LCD instrument, a 10.1-inch upper screen and an 8.6-inch lower screen. Most of the operating functions of the vehicle cockpit are completed by the upper screen. It is equipped with Audi's MMI multimedia interactive system. The interface It’s still the style we’re familiar with. It also focuses on practicality in terms of functions, including navigation, mobile phone interconnection, vehicle settings, etc. It is very easy to use. This system is also connected to Tencent ecological services and has WeChat interconnection and other functions. The lower screen can adjust the air conditioning and some simple control auxiliary functions.
The actual edition one version is the top model of Audi Q6, and its various configurations are relatively comprehensive and rich. It has wireless charging for front-row mobile phones, 14 B&O brand speakers, three-zone automatic air conditioning, PM2.5 Filtration, second-row window sunshades, Nappa leather steering wheel, 4-door soundproof glass and other configurations. In addition, the vehicle has a large panoramic sunroof. At the same time, second-row passengers can personally control the sunshades and sunroof through the buttons on the door panel.
The entire Audi Q6 series has a three-row seat layout, and adopts two different forms of 6/7 seats. The actual edition one version adopts the currently popular 6-seater layout, is wrapped in black and beige Wagner leather, and uses diamond-shaped stitching technology. The first-row seats have heating, ventilation, leg rest, massage and passenger button functions.
The second row uses independent seats with fixed armrests on the inside of the seats. The second-row seats can be electrically adjusted for backrest angle and lumbar support. In addition, they also have heating, ventilation and massage functions of different modes and strengths. The front and rear adjustments of the seats are manual. The third row has two independent seats.
The first row of seats in the real-life 7-seater model has aviation headrests.The second row adopts a more traditional 3-seater design, so in terms of seat comfort, it is obviously not comparable to independent seats. At the same time, because the seat adopts an integral design, its adjustment methods are also manual. Both sides of the second row of seats in the 7-seater model support flipping forward, allowing passengers to freely choose which side to enter the third row.
In terms of the loading capacity of large items, the 7-seater model can have a very pleasant flat space in the trunk because the second row of seats can be completely folded down, which is very suitable for carrying some larger items. . The second-row seats of the 6-seater model cannot be folded down, so the ability in this area is greatly reduced.
The experiencer is 172cm tall. After adjusting the appropriate driving posture, the headroom of both models is about 1 punch. Adjust the second-row seats to the end, and both models can get more than two punches of legroom. The 7-seater model has a more obvious leg advantage, and the headroom is about one punch. Keeping the rearward position of the second-row seats unchanged, there is almost no remaining legroom in the third row, but the headroom is relatively good, about 1 punch.
Each row of the Audi Q6 provides 2 Type-C power interfaces, which is very user-friendly. In addition, the entire car also has a relatively ample storage space. The second row of the 6-seat model also provides cup holders, and the second row of the 7-seat model also provides cup holders. The second row of the model has a traditional center armrest cup holder design, while the third row has two cup holders on each side.
6 seats front row
6-seater second row
6-seat third row
7-seat second row center armrest cup holder
Equipped with two sets of 2.0T/2.5T power
Audi Q6 has two powertrain configurations, namely the EA888 2.0T engine and the EA390 2.5T engine. Among them, EA888 is the fourth generation product of the series and is imported as a complete machine. The low-power version has a maximum power of 170kW, while the high-power version has a maximum power of 195kW and a maximum torque of 400N·m. The data is consistent with the Porsche Macan 2.0T engine currently on sale. This engine is matched with Audi's 7-speed S-tronic dual-clutch gearbox..
The EA390 2.5T engine equipped in the edition one version adopts the VR6 layout, with a maximum power of 220kW and a maximum torque of 500N·m. Like the 2.0T engine, this engine is also imported for the entire machine.
The Audi Q6 chassis adopts a front MacPherson strut and rear multi-link structure. The suspension has adaptive adjustment functions to correspond to various driving modes such as off-road, energy-saving, comfort, automatic, dynamic, and customized. The entire vehicle series adopts the quattro four-wheel drive system, and the front and rear wheels can be freely switched between 95-5% and 10-90%. According to the manufacturer, the German Audi chassis tuning department has specially tuned the Q6 to ensure that it Able to obtain better dynamic performance.
The Audi Q6 is equipped with millimeter-wave radar, multiple ultrasonic radars, multiple cameras and other driving assistance configurations, which can easily realize 360° panoramic images, 0-210km/h full-speed adaptive cruise, lane change assistance, and lane departure warning. , lane keeping, active braking and other L2-level assisted driving functions.
Editor’s comment: SAIC Audi has taken its steps since the A7L. As SAIC Audi’s third model, the Audi Q6 adopts the 6/7-seater SUV model design that has been favored by the market in recent years. This also shows that manufacturers are in urgent need of a blockbuster model that can boost brand sales and popularity. From the Audi Q6, we can clearly feel its Audi attributes, which is also the capital and label that enables Audi to gain a foothold in the market. At the same time, as a model mainly developed for the Chinese market, Audi Q6 also shows its sincerity in exploring consumer preferences. So for this Audi Q6, which is larger than the Q7, will this reservation price make you excited?
We can see through the Bitauto App that the SAIC Audi brand currently ranks 77th on the popularity list. The low presence of its models may be one of the more important reasons.
