- Audi fits the Q9 with a twin-turbocharged 2.9-liter V6.
- The Q9 will go on sale later this year, with pricing starting at $89,095.
- The 2027 SQ9 starts at $119,395 when deliveries arrive on dealer lots in the fourth quarter of 2026.
- The Audi Q9 is a new full-size three-row SUV marked to serve as the brand's flagship model.
- The Q9 is nearly three inches taller than Audi's current Q7 three-row SUV.
- The Q9 measures nearly 10 inches longer than the more compact Q7.
- With 123.5 inches between the axles, the Q9 has a longer wheelbase than a Chevy Tahoe.
- The Q9 stands as the largest Audi ever.
- The Q9 delivers 429 horsepower and 442 pound-feet of torque.
- Audi claims the Q9 will run from 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds.
Audi has officially introduced the Q9, its largest SUV to date, which will start at $89,095. This full-size, three-row SUV is designed to compete with luxury models like the BMW X7 and Mercedes-Benz GLS-class.2
The Q9 measures nearly 10 inches longer than the Q7 and is almost three inches taller, boasting a wheelbase of 123.5 inches, surpassing that of the Chevy Tahoe.67
Under the hood, the Q9 is equipped with a twin-turbocharged 2.9-liter V6 engine, delivering 429 horsepower and 442 pound-feet of torque. Audi claims the Q9 can accelerate from 0-60 mph in just 4.9 seconds.19
Alongside the Q9, Audi will also launch the sportier SQ9, which features an engine from the pre-facelifted RS6 Avant, achieving a remarkable 0-60 mph time of 3.8 seconds and a top speed of 155 mph. The SQ9 will start at $119,395 and is expected to hit dealer lots in the fourth quarter of 2026.3
The Q9 is set to go on sale later this year, marking a significant step for Audi as it aims to strengthen its presence in the full-size SUV market.
“The Q9 measures nearly 10 inches longer and is almost three inches taller than the Q7, making it the largest Audi ever. Additionally, the sportier SQ9 will also debut, featuring a powerful engine from the RS6 Avant and a starting price of $119,395.”
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