Audi unveils all-electric Q6 e-tron SUV, its first next-generation electric vehicle

Audi on Monday unveiled its new all-electric Q6 e-tron SUV, the first production vehicle with its next-generation electric vehicle architecture.

He volkswagenThe Audi-owned luxury automaker says the new “Premium Electric Platform” unlocks new levels of technology for Audi, including a fast electric vehicle charging time of 158 miles in 10 minutes.

The vehicle marks the beginning of the next generation of electric vehicles for Audi, which continues to offer more electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids even though electric vehicle growth has slowed recently.

Audi confirmed that it plans to introduce around 20 new or significantly redesigned models and derivatives globally through 2025, more than half of which will be electric.

Orders for the Q6 e-tron quattro, as well as a high-performance “S” variant, will open this month in Europe, starting at 74,400 euros or around $81,000, and 93,800 euros or $102,030, respectively. The Q6 e-tron has an estimated range on a single charge of 625 kilometers or 388 miles.

Higher performance specs for the US include up to 510 horsepower, a top speed of 143 miles per hour and 0 mph to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds.

Exact pricing and model details for the U.S. are expected to follow when the midsize SUV goes on sale in the country later this year, according to an Audi spokesperson.

Audi currently offers fully electric Q4 and Q8 SUVs, as well as a $106,500 GT sedan in the US market.

The Q6 e-tron features a new but familiar Audi design that includes sleek headlights, a mesh-style grille, and an overall aggressive exterior design.

The new EV platform includes an 800-volt battery architecture and a maximum charging capacity of 270 kilowatt hours.