Vehicle exchange between Ducati Chief Test Driver Alessandro Valia and Jaan Mattes Reiling, Technical Project Manager of the Audi e-tron GT model family. Lively discussion among experts regarding the fascination and safety of motorcycles and electric cars. In addition to state-of-the-art technology, top models convey quality and a substantial dose of emotion.
Both models are real eye-catchers. The prototype for the e-tron GT family and the Ducati Panigale V4 R equally embody sporty-elegant design as well as pure performance. With their unique characteristics, Audi’s electric Gran Turismo and the uncompromising motorcycle primarily designed for the racetrack from the Italian Borgo Panigale, are the pinnacle of technology and passion.
Certainly, these two flagship models leave no enthusiast of mobility indifferent. This also applies to the two men who played a crucial role in the development of the prototypes for the new e-tron GT family and the Ducati Panigale V4 R – Jaan Mattes Reiling, Technical Project Manager at Audi in Neckarsulm, and Alessandro Valia, Chief Test Rider and Developer at Ducati. It's no surprise that, after taking each other’s models for an exclusive spin at the Audi Sport GmbH in Neuburg, both agree on the performance as well as the manageability of the vehicles. Audi specifically provided Test Chief Valia with the prototype of the optimized e-tron GT quattro for the occasion. Alessandro Valia: Both models undoubtedly have a substantial amount of power and both meet the prerequisites to safely deliver this power to the road.
The new Audi Q6 e‑tron sets standards in terms of performance, range, charging, driving dynamics and design Audi CEO Gernot Döllner: "Built on the new PPE platform, the Audi Q6 e‑tron is the next technological leap in premium electric mobility for our customers" The new model takes the digital experience at Audi to a new level
The Audi Q6 e-tron is the first production model on the Premium Platform Electric (PPE), marking the next step in the company's transformation into a provider of premium electric mobility. With its characteristics, the electric SUV stands for Vorsprung durch Technik. The model is defined not only by impressive driving and charging performance, but also by increased efficiency and long range. The Audi Q6 e-tron embodies typical Audi SUV styling with a further refined e-tron design language. The new design philosophy in the interior and pioneering technologies debuting in the new model, begin the next chapter in electric mobility for the Four Rings and make Vorsprung durch Technik a tangible experience every day. With the Q6 e-tron range, e-mobility is coming from the Ingolstadt plant for the first time.
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Program for Germany, Status: 04/15/24 1/2 Audi Q8 Sportback 50 e-tron quattro 250 kW Drivetrain / transmission / battery Drive type All-wheel drive Number of electric motors front axle / rear axle 1 / 1 Transmission type 2-stage ratio planetary gearbox with a single gear Peak electrical output in kW 250 Continuous electrical output in kW 100 Electrical torque output front / rear in Nm (lb-ft) 309 (227.9) / 355 (261.8) Battery type / number of cells Lithium-Ion / 432 Gross / net battery capacity in kWh 95 / 89 Max. charging capacity AC / DC in kW 11 / 150 Max. charging capacity AC / DC optional in kW 22 / - Charging time AC 0-100%, 3ph 16A@230V in min 555 On-board voltage 1 in volts 12 Suspension / steering / brakes Type and design of front-axle suspension 5-link front axle Type and design of rear-axle suspension 5-link rear axle Tires (basic) 255 / 55 R 19 Wheels (basic) Cast aluminum flow forming 8.5 J x 19 Steering Electromechanical progressive steering with speed-dependent power assistance Steering ratio 14.6 Turning circle in m (ft) 12.2 (40.0) Brake system Dual-circuit brake system with diagonal split, ESC/ABS/EBD, brake booster, hydraulic brake assist; front: aluminum fixed caliper; rear: floating caliper with integrated electronic parking brake Brake disk diameter front / rear in mm (in) 375 (14.8) / 350 (13.8) Performance / range Top speed in km/h (mph) 200 (124.3) (governed) electrical acceleration, 0-100 km/h (62.1 mph) in s 7 Electrical acceleration boost, 0-100 km/h (62.1 mph) in s 6.0 Electrical range, combined in km (mi) 414 - 505 (257.9 - 313.8) Consumption / emission* Electric power consumption, combined in kWh/100 km (62.1 mi) 23.7-19.5 CO2 emissions, combined in g/km (g/mi) 0 CO2 class A Program for Germany, Status: 04/15/24 2/2 Servicing / guarantee (Germany) Service interval 30,000 km (18,641.1 mi) / 2 years, whichever comes first Vehicle / paint / rust perforation guarantee 2 / 3 / 12 years Insurance classification in Germany: third party / fully
In total, the efficiency measures around the new electric motors for the PPE enable 40 kilometers of extra range compared to the first-generation Audi e-tron. In the area of production, the degree of automation and the vertical range of manufacture have increased significantly. The new electric motors for the PPE require about 30 percent less installation space than those of previous electric models. Their weight has been reduced by about 20 percent. The PSM (permanent magnet synchronous motor) on the rear axle of the Audi Q6 e-tron series has a length of 200 millimeters. The ASM (asynchronous motor) on the front axle has a length of 100 millimeters. When not in use, it is able to rotate freely without significant drag losses. The new hairpin winding and a direct oil-spray cooling system in the electric motor's stator contribute substantially to the drive system's higher efficiency. For example, the fill factor has increased to 60 percent compared to 45 percent for the conventional windings that were used previously. An electric oil pump in the transmission also contributes to the increased efficiency. Thanks to the rotor oil cooling, Audi was also able to largely dispense with the use of heavy rare earth elements while simultaneously increasing the power density by 20 percent. What has Audi changed in the power electronics and the transmission for the PPE? The power electronics (inverter) controls the electric motor and also converts direct current from the battery into alternating current. The data for the exact control of the inverter is provided by the domain computer HCP1 (high-performance computing platform 1), which is responsible for the drive system and the suspension. Silicon carbide semiconductors are installed in the more powerful version of the water-cooled inverter. Due to their efficiency, which is 60 percent higher, they particularly excel under partial load and are more reliable.
Program for Germany, Status: 04/08/24 1/2 Audi Q8 55 e-tron quattro 300 kW Drivetrain / transmission / battery Drive type All-wheel drive Number of electric motors front axle / rear axle 1 / 1 Transmission type 2-stage ratio planetary gearbox with a single gear Peak electrical output in kW 300 Continuous electrical output in kW 100 Electrical torque output front / rear in Nm (lb-ft) 309 (227.9) / 355 (261.8) Battery type / number of cells Lithium-Ion / 432 Gross / net battery capacity in kWh 114 / 106 Max. charging capacity AC / DC in kW 11 / 170 Max. charging capacity AC / DC optional in kW 22 / - Charging time AC 0-100%, 3ph 16A@230V in min 690 On-board voltage 1 in volts 12 Suspension / steering / brakes Type and design of front-axle suspension 5-link front axle Type and design of rear-axle suspension 5-link rear axle Tires (basic) 255 / 55 R 19 Wheels (basic) Cast aluminum flow forming 8.5 J x 19 Steering Electromechanical progressive steering with speed-dependent power assistance Steering ratio 14.6 Turning circle in m (ft) 12.2 (40.0) Brake system Dual-circuit brake system with diagonal split, ESC/ABS/EBD, brake booster, hydraulic brake assist; front: aluminum fixed caliper; rear: floating caliper with integrated electronic parking brake Brake disk diameter front / rear in mm (in) 375 (14.8) / 350 (13.8) Performance / range Top speed in km/h (mph) 200 (124.3) (governed) electrical acceleration, 0-100 km/h (62.1 mph) in s 6.5 Electrical acceleration boost, 0-100 km/h (62.1 mph) in s 5.6 Electrical range, combined in km (mi) 481 - 582 (298.9 - 361.6) Consumption / emission* Electric power consumption, combined in kWh/100 km (62.1 mi) 24.4 - 20.6 CO2 emissions, combined in g/km (g/mi) 0 CO2 class A Program for Germany, Status: 04/08/24 2/2 Servicing / guarantee (Germany) Service interval 30,000 km (18,641.1 mi) / 2 years, whichever comes first Vehicle / paint / rust perforation guarantee 2 / 3 / 12 years Insurance classification in Germany: third party / fully comprehensive
Program for Germany, Status: 04/08/24 1/2 Audi Q8 50 e-tron quattro 250 kW Drivetrain / transmission / battery Drive type All-wheel drive Number of electric motors front axle / rear axle 1 / 1 Transmission type 2-stage ratio planetary gearbox with a single gear Peak electrical output in kW 250 Continuous electrical output in kW 100 Electrical torque output front / rear in Nm (lb-ft) 309 (227.9) / 355 (261.8) Battery type / number of cells Lithium-Ion / 432 Gross / net battery capacity in kWh 95 / 89 Max. charging capacity AC / DC in kW 11 / 150 Max. charging capacity AC / DC optional in kW 22 / - Charging time AC 0-100%, 3ph 16A@230V in min 555 On-board voltage 1 in volts 12 Suspension / steering / brakes Type and design of front-axle suspension 5-link front axle Type and design of rear-axle suspension 5-link rear axle Tires (basic) 255 / 55 R 19 Wheels (basic) Cast aluminum flow forming 8.5 J x 19 Steering Electromechanical progressive steering with speed-dependent power assistance Steering ratio 14.6 Turning circle in m (ft) 12.2 (40.0) Brake system Dual-circuit brake system with diagonal split, ESC/ABS/EBD, brake booster, hydraulic brake assist; front: aluminum fixed caliper; rear: floating caliper with integrated electronic parking brake Brake disk diameter front / rear in mm (in) 375 (14.8) / 350 (13.8) Performance / range Top speed in km/h (mph) 200 (124.3) (governed) electrical acceleration, 0-100 km/h (62.1 mph) in s 7 Electrical acceleration boost, 0-100 km/h (62.1 mph) in s 6.0 Electrical range, combined in km (mi) 410 - 491 (254.8 - 305.1) Consumption / emission* Electric power consumption, combined in kWh/100 km (62.1 mi) 23.9 - 20.1 CO2 emissions, combined in g/km (g/mi) 0 CO2 class A Program for Germany, Status: 04/08/24 2/2 Servicing / guarantee (Germany) Service interval 30,000 km (18,641.1 mi) / 2 years, whichever comes first Vehicle / paint / rust perforation guarantee 2 / 3 / 12 years Insurance classification in Germany: third party / fully comprehensive
The HV battery in the Audi Q6 e-tron series is made up of twelve modules and has a gross storage capacity of 100 kWh (net 94.9). After market launch, this version will be followed by another variant with ten battery modules and gross storage capacity of 83 kWh. A mere 21 minutes is enough to charge the high-voltage battery from 10 to 80 percent. High charging power over a longer period of time contributes significantly to the customer-friendly charging performance of the PPE-based models. The maximum DC charging capacity of the Audi Q6 e-tron in series production is 270 kW. For charging stations working with 400-volt technology, bank charging is enabled. Corresponding high-voltage switches in the BMCe (battery management controller) are activated before the charging process begins. This divides the 800-volt battery into two batteries with equal voltage, which can then be charged in parallel with up to 135 kW. If necessary, both halves of the battery are first brought to the same state of charge and then charged in lockstep. The charging management supports the international charging standard CSS (Combined Charging System). For fast and reliable charging, the HCP 5 high-performance computer manages the process within the new domain computer structure of the E3 1.2 electronic architecture. A communications control unit, referred to as the Smart Actuator Charging Interface Device (SACID), acts as an interface to establish a link between the vehicle and the charging station and transmits the incoming standardized information to the HCP 5 domain computer. For the PPE models for the European market, Audi is planning DC and AC charging options via a CCS combo connector on the left rear of the vehicle. An additional AC charging connector will be installed on the opposite side of the vehicle.
Program for Germany, Date: 04/08/24 1/2 Audi Q8 55 e-tron edition Dakar Drivetrain / transmission / battery Drive type All-wheel drive Number of electric motors front axle / rear axle 1 / 1 Transmission type 2-stage ratio planetary gearbox with a single gear Peak electrical output in kW 300 Continuous electrical output in kW 100 Electrical torque output front / rear in Nm (lb-ft) 309 (227.9) / 355 (261.8) Battery type / number of cells Lithium-Ion / 432 Gross / net battery capacity in kWh 114.0 / 106.0 Max. charging capacity AC / DC in kW 11.0 / 170 Max. charging capacity AC / DC optional in kW 22.0 / - Min. charging time DC 10-80% in min 31 Min. charging time AC 0-100%, 3ph 16A@230V in h 11 On-board voltage 1 in volts 12 Voltage level of the HV battery in volts 400 Suspension / steering / brakes Type and design of front-axle suspension 5-link front axle Type and design of rear-axle suspension 5-link rear axle Tires (basic) 265 / 60 R 18 Wheels (basic) Cast aluminum flow forming 8 J x 18 Steering Electromechanical progressive steering with speed-dependent power assistance Steering ratio 15.9 Turning circle in m (ft) 12.2 (40.0) Brake system Dual-circuit brake system with diagonal split, ESC/ABS/EBD, brake booster, hydraulic brake assist; front: aluminum fixed caliper; rear: floating caliper with integrated electronic parking brake Brake disk diameter front / rear in mm (in) 375 (14.8) / 350 (13.8) Performance / range Top speed in km/h (mph) 200 (124.3) (governed) electrical acceleration, 0-100 km/h (62.1 mph) in s 6.7 Electrical acceleration boost, 0-100 km/h (62.1 mph) in s 5.8 Electrical range, combined in km (mi) 478 - 483 (297.0 - 300.1) Consumption / emission* Electric power consumption, combined in kWh/100 km (62.1 mi) 25.2 - 24.9 CO2 emissions, combined in g/km (g/mi) 0 CO2 class A Program for Germany, Date: 04/08/24 2/2 Servicing / guarantee (Germany) Service interval 30,000 km (18,641.1 mi) / 2 years, whichever comes first Vehicle / paint / rust perforation