3 Oct 2023

Did Volkswagen Reveal RS Q4 Drivetrain with ID.X Concept?

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="90665"] The MEB modular electric chassis matrix, on which the Audi Q4 is based, is relatively new in the lexicon of Volkswagen Group architectures. Thus far, cars like the Q4 and its Volkswagen ID.4, ID.7 and few other models have largely worked to establish a foothold in the relatively affordable space within the electric car market. Toehold now established, Volkswagen has revealed more performance-focused possibilities for MEB. Obviously, this ...
Tue, Oct 03 , 2023 Bill
18 Sep 2023

Rumor: MEB-Based RS 3, S3, and A3

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="90142"] It’s not like we didn’t know it was heading there, but word from Autocar Magazine‘s latest issue is that Audi will switch the A3 product range to the same MEB modular electric vehicle matrix as the Q4 when the current A3/ S3 / RS 3 range completes its lifecycle sometime around 2027. “We have a clear view for our ‘A-segment’ based on the MEB,” said Audi AG’s Oliver Hoffmann to Autocar. Without attributing it to Hof...
Mon, Sep 18 , 2023 Bill
21 Apr 2023

Volkswagen Group Announces New Drive for MEB-Chassis Cars: More Performance and Higher Efficiency

[gallery columns="1" size="full" ids="60100"] Editor's Note: This press release from Volkswagen references the brand's all-electric ID models. Behind the scenes, all ID-model cars thus far are based on the Volkswagen Group MEB electric car matrix. This component set also underpins the Audi Q4, and one would assume that such upgrades would also apply to any Audi variants. At the time of this publishing, this has not been confirmed with Audi. Significantly more power and torque ID. models ca...
18 Apr 2023

Rumored & Rendered: Next-Generation A4 e-tron

[gallery columns="1" size="full" ids="85459"] If you're a regular reader of this blog, then you likely already know that the MLB-Evo-based B10-generation platform Audi has been testing for some time in the forms of sedan/Sportback, Avant and crossover Q5. You likely also already know that next-generation internal combustion offerings will go for odd numbers (A3, A5, A7, etc.) while all-electric e-tron EV versions will go for even numbers (A2, A4, A6, etc.). So while we've seen those "B10" A5 ...
3 Jan 2023

On the Road to the World Premiere: First Appearance of the New ID.7 Sedan With Digital Camouflage

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="81455"] source: Volkswagen AG Volkswagen will provide a glimpse of the next model in its EV family at the Consumer Electronics Show Efficient electric sedan with long-range capability Special camouflage for the ID.7 EV creates electroluminescent light effects  Following on from the ID.4 SUV, the new sedan is Volkswagen’s next global electric vehicle and will be offered on three continents World premiere of the series production version sc...
Tue, Jan 03 , 2023 Bill
27 Jun 2022

Volkswagen’s First Fully-Electric Sedan: World Premiere of the ID. AERO

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="73196"] source: Volkswagen AG Volkswagen reveals concept car as a preview of the ID. family flagship Flowing design combines optimised aerodynamics and elegant lines Fully-electric four-door production model will be offered worldwide in the future in the premium mid-size segment Sixth member of the ID. family after the models ID.3, ID.4, ID.5 and ID.6 as well as the iconic ID. Buzz Dynamic, powerful and with pure aerodynamics: with to...
Mon, Jun 27 , 2022 Bill
8 May 2020

Car and Driver: Audi Q4 e-tron Is Coming to the States and Will Start Around $45,000

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="47184"] words: Bill, photos: Audi AG Editor's note: this originally appeared on our sister site, e-tron connect. Car and Driver is running a series called 25 Cars Worth Waiting For and the Q4 e-tron is on that list. The Q4 e-tron will be the first Audi to use Volkswagen Group’s MEB platform which will also be under the Volkswagen’s I.D series, SEAT el-Born, and Skoda’s Enyaq and a yet unnamed hatchback. [gallery link="none" columns="1" s...
Fri, May 08 , 2020 Bill
8 Oct 2019

Road Map E: Audi in the Era of Electric Mobility (Plus Videos)

[gallery link="none" columns="1" size="full" ids="36285"] source: Audi AG Audi is transforming into a provider of electric mobility—a process that involves all areas of the company. After all, the brand with the four rings intends to put more than 30 electrified models on the market by 2025, which constitutes a 40 percent share in sales. In doing so, Audi is consistently pursuing the path of sustainable mobility. Accordingly, the areas of Procurement and Production are also alignin...
Tue, Oct 08 , 2019 Bill