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Audi is expanding the new Q5 family: in addition to the combustion models with MHEV plus technology, the SUV and Sportback will also be launched as plug-in hybrid models (PHEV). Both the Q5 SUV e-hybrid quattro12 and Q5 Sportback e-hybrid quattro34 can be ordered in two power levels: with 220 kW or 270 kW system output. The new generation of high-voltage batteries in the Audi Q5 e-hybrid models has around 45 percent more capacity. As a result, 25.9 kWh (net 20.7 kWh) of power is available for electric driving.

 

With the new Q5 family, Audi has embarked on the next chapter in the success story of the premium SUV in the mid-size class. The Audi Q5 SUV e-hybrid quattro12 and Audi Q5 Sportback e-hybrid quattro34 plug-in hybrid models also bring all the advantages of an SUV and Sportback to the road: space, versatility, suitability for everyday use, quattro drive, plus an even more progressive and dynamic silhouette. A heightened design language, state-of-the-art combustion-engine technology, and the new operating concept are additional outstanding features of the new generation. With a system output of up to 270 kW and an electric range of up to 100 kilometers, the plug-in hybrid models combine a sportily comfortable driving experience with a balanced blend of performance and efficiency.

The new Audi Q5 SUV e-hybrid quattro12 and the Audi Q5 Sportback e-hybrid quattro34 are both available in the two power levels 220 kW and 270 kW. The vehicles are driven by a 2.0 TFSI engine with an output of 185 kW and an electric motor. In the 270 kW version24 the SUV and Sportback can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.1 seconds. The 220 kW version13 can do the 0 to 100 km/h sprint in 6.2 seconds. All variants can reach a top speed of 250 km/h (155.3 mph). The electrified dual-clutch transmission in conjunction with the quattro ultra drive ensures a sporty yet comfortable driving experience.

One new development is the high-voltage battery, whose cells in the Q5 e-hybrid are arranged on two levels, one on top of the other. Audi has boosted the battery’s capacity to 25.9 kWh (net 20.7 kWh), roughly 45 percent higher than its predecessor. Maximum AC charging power is 11 kW. If the battery is completely empty, it takes 2.5 hours to charge it to 100 percent.

Two operating modes are available: “EV” and “hybrid.” In EV mode, the SUV and Sportback run exclusively on electric power. When driving in hybrid mode, the hybrid management system maintains a specific charge level as needed in order to save enough electrical energy for later use. In addition to the automatic hybrid mode, the desired charge level can now be individually selected for the first time using a digital slider.

Audi has also significantly increased the regenerative braking performance. The degree of thrust recuperation in EV mode can be adjusted to three different levels using paddles on the steering wheel. The vehicle recovers energy automatically when this function is activated. This is based on route data stored in the navigation system. The Audi Q5 SUV e-hybrid quattro12 and Audi Q5 Sportback e-hybrid quattro34 can also recover energy automatically without active route guidance. The hybrid management system of the new models is designed for efficiency, flexibility, and maximum customer comfort and automatically selects the optimal operating strategy.

Both e-hybrid models stand out above all with their upgraded standard equipment. With the 220 kW power option, these include the S sports suspension and 3-zone automatic comfort air conditioning. Those who opt for the 270 kW power version will receive the LED headlights plus and LED rear lights pro as standard. The MMI experience plus infotainment system, which also comes as standard, is equipped with the Audi Application Store, a smartphone interface, and the Audi sound system. The S line interior package with sports seats in a leather/artificial leather combination in black as well as 19-inch ten-arm light-alloy aero wheels and red-painted brake calipers are included as standard. One especially practical feature is the fully adjustable rear seat bench plus. It can be moved lengthwise, and its angle can be adjusted as well.

The Audi Q5 SUV e-hybrid quattro1 with 220 kW system output is available in Germany starting at 63,400 euros. The price of the Audi Q5 Sportback e-hybrid quattro3 starts at 65,900 euros. The SUV2 version with 270 kW system output starts at 71,800 euros. Prices for the Q5 Sportback e-hybrid quattro4 with the higher power option start at 74,300 euros. Produced in San José Chiapa in Mexico, the new PHEV models will be available to order in Europe starting in mid-June 2025. The initial launch is planned for the third quarter.

 

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1. Audi Q5 SUV e-hybrid quattro 220 kW: Fuel consumption (weighted combined): 3.3–2.5 l/100 km; power consumption (weighted combined): 16.8–15.5 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions (weighted combined): 75–56 g/km; CO2 class (weighted combined): B; fuel consumption with discharged battery (combined): 8.3–7.2 l/100 km; CO2 class with discharged battery: G–F

2. Audi Q5 SUV e-hybrid quattro 270 kW: Fuel consumption (weighted combined): 3.4–2.6 l/100 km; power consumption (weighted combined): 16.9–15.8 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions (weighted combined): 77–60 g/km; CO2 class (weighted combined): B; fuel consumption with discharged battery (combined): 8.4–7.4 l/100 km; CO2 class with discharged battery: G–F

3. Audi Q5 Sportback e-hybrid quattro 220 kW: Fuel consumption (weighted combined): 3.3–2.5 l/100 km; power consumption (weighted combined): 16.8–15.5 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions (weighted combined): 75–56 g/km; CO2 class (weighted combined): B; fuel consumption with discharged battery (combined): 8.2–7.2 l/100 km; CO2 class with discharged battery: G–F

4. Audi Q5 Sportback e-hybrid quattro 270 kW: Fuel consumption (weighted combined): 3.3–2.6 l/100 km; power consumption (weighted combined): 16.8–15.8 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions (weighted combined): 76–60 g/km; CO2 class (weighted combined): B; fuel consumption with discharged battery (combined): 8.3–7.4 l/100 km; CO2 class with discharged battery: G–F

Efficiency, improving quality, inspiration: Audi is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) in many areas of the company to achieve these goals. The aim is to fully exploit the potential of AI and data – both in company processes and in the customer experience with services and products. AI is currently making the biggest impact in the areas of production and logistics. There, it not only helps save time and money, as Member of the Board of Management for Production and Logistics Gerd Walker explains: “AI is the game changer in our industry. By using it in a targeted way, we are creating a production environment that is not only more efficient and cost-effective but that also meets the highest quality standards and supports people as ideally as possible. That is why we are focusing on integrating AI wherever it is possible and makes sense and systematically expanding applications.”

 

Audi currently uses more than 100 AI projects in various stages of development in its production facilities, which the company is gradually integrating into series production processes and expanding. At present, the focus is primarily on AI-supported quality monitoring and generative AI.

Production has the highest data volume in the company

Along with the introduction of new AI tools, Audi is pressing ahead with the systematic expansion of its data organization. Particularly in the area of production, the volume of data is higher than anywhere else in the company: hundreds of petabytes of data already exist, and thousands of gigabytes of new data are created every day. Gerd Walker explains the potential of this data density: “Artificial intelligence enables us to make more extensive use of our enormous wealth of data in production and accelerates the journey of our 360factory towards becoming a data-driven factory.” The 360factory is Audi’s production strategy for fully connected, innovative, and sustainable manufacturing.

Saving time with generative AI: the “Tender Toucan” project

Audi recently started utilizing artificial intelligence to analyze bids as part of its tendering process. The AI tool called “Tender Toucan” uses a set of specifications to create a list of requirements, searches for the relevant sections in the bids, and evaluates the degree to which they are fulfilled. Employees check and complete the tool’s work but enjoy time savings of up to 30 percent. “Tender Toucan” will be introduced for the series production planning of drivetrains and high-voltage batteries in the summer; a further rollout is planned at Audi and in the Volkswagen Group. The development of “Tender Toucan” also serves as a basis for many other AI applications at Audi.

Quality improvement through AI-supported quality monitoring: the “IRIS” and “WSD” projects

An AI application for image processing has recently been implemented at the Ingolstadt and Neckarsulm assembly plants. Called “IRIS”, the tool uses cameras to check whether labels with technical data are correctly attached to the vehicle. More specifically, the label with the right content in the right language must be attached to the right component in the right position. This ensures the conformity of the vehicles. Employees continue to perform spot checks. The “IRIS” label check saves roughly one minute of production time per vehicle.

Audi recently joined forces with Siemens to introduce another AI-supported quality check to series production in the body shop in Neckarsulm. Previously, employees manually inspected the underbody for weld splatter and then removed it. Now the so-called “Weld Splatter Detection” (WSD) application uses AI to detect possible weld splatter on vehicle underbodies. These metal deposits could lead to such things as cable breakages. In a further expansion stage starting in summer 2025, a robotic arm will automatically remove the weld splatter itself. In doing so, the “WSD” AI application not only saves time in production, but also improves occupational safety and ergonomics for employees.

Audi’s strong AI network: the IPAI in Heilbronn

To make the best possible use of artificial intelligence, Audi has built a strong network of experts in the field of artificial intelligence over the past several years. Audi cooperates closely with the IPAI (Innovation Park Artificial Intelligence) in Heilbronn, among others. The IPAI is set to become Europe’s largest AI network and will begin constructing a 23-hectare campus this year. As a member of the Heilbronn-based think tank, Audi will have its own office at the new campus, as it does on the current IPAI site. The Audi Böllinger Höfe site is also located in the immediate vicinity. This Audi location for small series production serves as a real-world laboratory for digital production technologies as part of AI25 (Automotive Initiative 2025), an innovation network for digital transformation in the automotive industry.

 

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Audi Hungaria has reached a special production milestone. Since the start of series production of the Audi Q3 in 2011, over two million vehicles have been sold worldwide – one million of which were manufactured at the Hungarian plant in Győr. The model’s success story continues with the new Audi Q3 making its debut in summer 2025.

 

Since its establishment in 1993, Audi Hungaria has produced more than 45 million engines and two million vehicles in Győr. Production of the second-generation Audi Q3 and Q3 Sportback began at the automobile factory in 2018.

“One million vehicles produced in Győr impressively demonstrates how popular the Audi Q3 is with our customers worldwide,” says Gerd Walker, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Audi Hungaria and Member of the Board of Management for Production and Logistics at AUDI AG. “The Győr plant has played a significant part in the success of the model and has stood for consistent production quality for more than 25 years. Audi Hungaria also has a unique portfolio of products and services that play an important role not only for the Hungarian industry, but also for the Audi brand. This success story will continue with the new generation of the Audi Q3, which will celebrate its world premiere in the summer.”

Michael Breme, Chairman of the Board of Management of Audi Hungaria: “We are thrilled to have now reached the magic number of one million Audi Q3s produced in Győr. Our thanks go to AUDI AG and to our customers for their trust, but above all to our outstanding employees who produce our cars in premium quality day after day.”

In 2024, the seventh year of production of the successful compact SUV, Audi Hungaria employees manufactured 99,288 units. A total of 63,759 units of the Sportback version rolled off the production line that year as well.

Audi will start a new chapter of the Q3 success story in summer 2025. 

 

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Audi has built almost ten million C-series vehicles. The ninth generation is now on sale in Europe – the A6 Avant. A great opportunity for a family photo with Audi employees presenting their C models from across the generations.

 

The all-new Audi A6 Avant is more dynamic, efficient, and digital than ever before and stands for first-class travel like no other vehicle in the premium full-size class. It has been available in dealerships across Europe since May 16, and the A6 Sedan will be launched at the end of July. The two new A6 models are based on the Premium Platform Combustion (PPC) and are powered by modern gasoline and diesel engines. The mild hybrid technology MHEV plus supports the combustion engine, enhances performance and driving comfort, and reduces CO2 emissions. Whether on long trips or in the city, the adaptive air suspension and all-wheel steering ensure a smooth ride and agile handling in equal measure. The all-new Audi A6 Avant unites elegant, dynamic design with exceptional aerodynamics. Audi is also offering both the Avant and Sedan as plug-in hybrids.

With the ninth generation built in Neckarsulm, Audi is continuing the success story of the C series. With the Audi 100, the brand with the four rings succeeded in moving up into the premium mid-size segment in 1968. The Audi 100 (C1 to C4) won the Golden Steering Wheel five times; it was also named Car of the Year twice and World Car of the Year once. A total of 3.2 million Audi 100s were sold, underscoring the success and popularity of the model series. The generations that followed the C1 demonstrated Vorsprung durch Technik with numerous innovations such as the fully galvanized body, optimized aerodynamics, and highly efficient engines. The Audi 100 has been called the Audi A6 since 1994. Audi has built almost ten million C-series vehicles since 1968 – 9,836,762 as of April 2025 to be exact.

Big numbers from a long history. However, the enthusiasm and passion for the C series go much deeper than that, in the Audi workforce too. To create a very special photo, eight employees – each with a C model from one of the generations C1 to C8 – gathered at the Audi Piazza in Ingolstadt in front of the museum mobile to welcome the new C9 Audi A6 Avant to the family.

 

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Since production started in late 2023, the Audi Q6 e-tron series has been the first high-volume fully electric model series that Audi has produced at its headquarters in Ingolstadt. In keeping with the brand’s 360factory production strategy, Audi has integrated individual production steps into existing body shop and assembly structures and processes. Since January 1, 2024, Audi has also been manufacturing at its Ingolstadt site with net-zero emissions1. Moreover, the brand with the four rings’ headquarters is the first Audi location in Germany to have its own battery assembly facility.

 

Audi CEO Gernot Döllner emphasizes the significance of the first model based on the Premium Platform Electric (PPE): “The PPE, and with it the Q6 e-tron series, form the basis for subsequent electric Audi models. In this way, we are taking a decisive step towards offering an electric model in all core segments in the medium term.” Audi Board Member for Production and Logistics Gerd Walker considers the start of production in late 2023 as an important milestone for the 360factory production strategy: “By the end of the decade, we will have successively equipped all Audi locations for electric mobility. We are harnessing electrification to comprehensively transform our existing plants. With the production of the Q6 e-tron series, the Ingolstadt plant is taking the next step towards becoming a 360factory.” Audi has a clear vision for the production of the future.

As part of this holistic, sustainable approach, the company is modernizing, digitalizing, and transforming its existing plants. The Audi Q6 e-tron series, as well as all other vehicles built at the site, have been made with net zero emissions1 since 2024.

State-of-the-art production technology in the new battery assembly facility

One example of how Audi is modernizing and expanding its existing systems is the new battery assembly facility for PPE models. On an area of around 30,000 square meters (323,000 sq ft), 300 employees work in three shifts with an automation rate of almost 90 percent to assemble up to 1,000 high-voltage batteries per day for PPE-based models. “In this way, we are increasing our vertical range of manufacture while also bringing additional skills and technologies to the location,” explains Board Member for Production and Logistics Walker.

The new facility, which is located in a dedicated battery assembly hall at the Logistics and Goods Transport Center (GVZ) in Ingolstadt, is powered exclusively by green electricity. This also allows Audi to achieve even greater flexibility and efficiency in production without sealing additional areas for new buildings.

Electric motors for PPE from the world’s largest powertrain plant in Győr

Ingolstadt is sourcing the electric motors for the new Premium Platform Electric (PPE) technology platform from the world’s largest powertrain plant in Győr, Hungary. Audi Hungaria manufactures electric motors for the PPE on three newly installed production lines. The motors are then transported to Ingolstadt by the transportation and logistics company DB Cargo with zero emissions. Audi has been producing at the Győr site with net zero emissions1 since 2020. “Sustainable production in existing plants is the core of our 360factory manufacturing strategy and an integral step on our path towards building a future-proof production network,” says Walker.

Retooling and a flexible equipment concept in the body shop

In order to make production of the Q6 e-tron series sustainable and efficient at the same time, Audi has integrated production domains such as the body shop for the PPE into existing structures. The bodies for the PPE models are assembled at the Ingolstadt plant on an area of around 148,000 square meters (1.6 million sq ft). There, 328 employees per shift and 1,150 robots build the body components for the Q6 e-tron series with an automation rate of 87 percent.

The highly flexible equipment will also enable the virtually seamless launch of future models. In order to make sustainable and synergistic use of resources, Audi is reusing more than 600 machines such as robots that were already used to produce other Audi models in the body shop for the production of PPE bodies. Audi is also putting a new fleet of more than 40 automated guided vehicles (AGVs) into operation for the Q6 e-tron series. The AGVs supply materials in the hall and also supply the body shop with the required parts in automated operation.

Assembly of PPE models with existing equipment

Audi consistently relies on existing systems and equipment for assembly. For example, the Audi Q6 e-tron series was seamlessly integrated into the assembly line previously used for the Audi A4 and A5 models. It took Audi eight stages of modification to integrate the PPE models into its assembly operations.

Higher automation in the paint shop

Production has also extended the paint shop for the new fully electric series. Among other changes, the dryer after the cathodic dip coating (CDC) process step was extended and a new integrated procedure for automatically sealing holes was introduced. After CDC, robots use adhesive pads to seal about 70 holes in the bodies, each of which is measured individually for this step. Previously, employees had to manually perform this part of the process. Audi upgraded the dryer to meet the higher energy requirements for curing the bodies after CDC. This modification ensures all parts of the body reach the target temperature of 160 °C (320 °F) required for curing the CDC. The Ingolstadt paint shop also uses automated production technology that helps detect, evaluate, and process surface irregularities. This makes it possible to objectively inspect finished surfaces, increasing process reliability and making quality monitoring more transparent. In the first step, robots scan the vehicle surfaces using an automated measuring system. This process is the basis for finishing, which is also an automated process. Each finishing robot is equipped with a grinding and polishing tool. In the subsequent step, employees inspect the processed areas on large screens.

Flexible equipment concept for hot forming

At the press shop in Münchsmünster, a team of experts has been working hard to upgrade the hot-forming process for the PPE. Hot forming is primarily used to produce safety-related components: This process gives extra stability and crash safety to sheet metal parts for the body structure of vehicles on the PPE, such as A- and B-pillars, as well as parts of the longitudinal members. After being heated to around 950 °C (1,742 °F) in a special furnace, sheets of metal are formed into the desired component in a forming press using the appropriate template. By locally cooling the heated metal using air vents, Audi can influence the strength of the components as needed to further optimize crash performance while reducing the weight of the body.

Due to the high hardness of the material, it is then necessary to use special lasers to cut the desired contours into the components.

In addition to components for models based on the PPE, the production equipment is also being used to produce components for combustion-engine models based on the PPC (Premium Platform Combustion). This new level of flexibility means the equipment can be used to manufacture a total of 44 components in Münchsmünster. Changing the setup of the laser cells and forming presses is fully automated and time-optimized, resulting in a plant output of around 20,000 individual parts per working day.

Much more information about the world premiere of the Audi Q6 e-tron model series can be found in the Audi MediaCenter.

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1 Audi understands net-zero CO2 emissions to mean a situation in which, after other possible reduction measures have been exhausted, the company offsets the carbon emitted by Audi’s products or activities and/or the carbon emissions that currently cannot be avoided in the supply chain, manufacturing, and recycling of Audi vehicles through voluntary offsetting projects carried out worldwide. In this context, carbon emissions generated during a vehicle’s utilization stage, i.e. from the moment it is delivered to the customer, are not taken into account.

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