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Audi is beginning to tease the shape and styling of the upcoming all-electric Q8 e-Tron quattro with a concept car version. So far, all we have to go on are these computer-generated images, but they seem to show a low, lean, aggressive SUV with a broader, more octagonal version of the big Audi grille.
Audi says that there are design elements reminiscent of the original Quattro coupe, but to be honest we see rather more of a direct relationship to last year's e-Tron Quattro concept SUV. Either way, expect this to be pretty thinly disguised as concepts go, and very close to the final production version, which is expected to boast a 500km one-charge range and around 400hp from two electric motors - one for each axle.
"With the Audi Q8 concept, we have created a new spearhead within our Q model line. Its design strongly evokes sportiness and prestige," declared Audi Head of Design Marc Lichte. "What's more, we believe an important aspect of this showcar is that it offers a spacious interior with four equally comfortable seats, even with the flat roof line."