Audi Begins Production of Q6 e-tron quattro on New PPE Platform

Audi has started production of its new, all-electric Q6 e-tron quattro in Ingolstadt. This model is the first to be built on the automaker's new Premium Platform Electric (PPE), which was developed in partnership with Porsche and is designed exclusively for electric vehicles.

The PPE platform is engineered to maximize the benefits of an electric architecture, focusing on improved interior space, efficiency, and performance. The Q6 e-tron quattro's powertrain features potent electric motors and a newly developed high-voltage battery, contributing to its projected range capabilities. Furthermore, the vehicle incorporates the new E3 1.2 electronic architecture, aimed at enhancing digital features within the car.

Audi and Porsche collaborated to enhance the overall efficiency of the powertrain compared to previous electric drive systems. The new electric motors are more compact and efficient, requiring approximately 30 percent less space and weighing around 20 percent less than those in earlier electric models. These advancements are expected to add up to 40 kilometers of range compared to the first-generation Audi e-tron.

The platform supports different motor configurations for the front and rear axles, with the Q6 e-tron quattro utilizing a permanent magnet synchronous motor (PSM) at the rear and a newly developed asynchronous motor (ASM) at the front. Updated battery technology and power electronics, including silicon carbide semiconductors, significantly improve efficiency and reduce charging times, which supports the model's daily usability.