In a recent statement released by Audi, the German carmaker has confirmed that it plans to enter a new market segment with the launch of the Audi Q2. The company announced that it would invest close to $3.3 Billion over the span of 2016 of which half has been allocated towards improving the existing plants at Inglostadt and Neckarsulm.
Audi began manufacturing its crossover 'Q' range of cars just 10 years ago and is already on track to launch 2 more additions to the fleet next year. Last year, the company announced plans for an entry level crossover called the Q1. However with the latest announcements, it remains to be seen if the Q2 has replaced the Q1 in the company's plans or if both cars will make their way into markets next year. Besides confirming the production of the Q2, the next-generation Audi Q5 will also be launched internationally next year.
Audi seems to be on a mission to plug the gaps in nomenclature in its Q range, which currently includes the Q3, Q5, and Q7, as quickly as possible. The company also confirmed that a significant portion of next year's investment would go into developing alternative drive systems. The company has been toying with the idea of producing an all-electric crossover by 2018 for which inspiration is likely to be drawn from the Audi e-Tron Quattro concept showcased at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show. Reports suggest that the car in question is likely to come bearing the Q6 moniker. Upon its launch, the all-electric Audi Q6 will become the carmaker's 1st large-series battery-electric vehicle.
Audi began manufacturing its crossover 'Q' range of cars just 10 years ago and is already on track to launch 2 more additions to the fleet next year. Last year, the company announced plans for an entry level crossover called the Q1. However with the latest announcements, it remains to be seen if the Q2 has replaced the Q1 in the company's plans or if both cars will make their way into markets next year. Besides confirming the production of the Q2, the next-generation Audi Q5 will also be launched internationally next year.
Audi seems to be on a mission to plug the gaps in nomenclature in its Q range, which currently includes the Q3, Q5, and Q7, as quickly as possible. The company also confirmed that a significant portion of next year's investment would go into developing alternative drive systems. The company has been toying with the idea of producing an all-electric crossover by 2018 for which inspiration is likely to be drawn from the Audi e-Tron Quattro concept showcased at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show. Reports suggest that the car in question is likely to come bearing the Q6 moniker. Upon its launch, the all-electric Audi Q6 will become the carmaker's 1st large-series battery-electric vehicle.
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