New Audi A2, now fully electric

Audi unveiled two novelties on the sidelines of its budget conference, showing a select group of journalists, including Il Sole 24 Ore, the new Audi A2 e-tron and Audi Q9. Models at odds with each other in terms of size and style, with the A2 e-tron taking the name of the 2000s compact MPV and making it the compact electric car of the four-ringed brand. For now, no technical data other than the confirmation of the Meb platform as the starting point and a design anticipated by the silhouette image that anticipates soft lines and future two- and four-wheel drive engines. The future Audi A2 e-tron will be unveiled this summer, produced in Ingolstadt and will hit the road by early 2027.

The second novelty unveiled, but not anticipated by any photos, is the new Audi Q9. A model designed for the North American market and a rival to competitors such as the Mercedes GLS and BMW X7, it is a maxi suv around 5.30 metres long produced on a PPC platform with an unusual style, especially at the front where a new grille with vertical illuminated slats makes its debut. Characterised by a decidedly generous wheelbase, at the rear it features headlights that follow the style debuted by the A6. On board, the dashboard echoes that of the latest models and the level of materials confirms its high-end premium positioning. New features include the centre row with two independent seats and the third row with Isofix system. No information on engines as yet, but an internal combustion range is also expected electrified.