According to a report in Car magazine, Audi is looking to expand its range with several new models. Audi officials have given a new Q8 crossover model the green light with features four-door coupe styling.
The new Q8 has been approved by Audi management and the new model will reportedly share its platform with the next-generation Q7 SUV.
Under the hood will be a range of gasoline and diesel engines, and possibly a high-performance RS model with 550 bhp (410 kW).
Being one of Audi's high-end models, the Q8 will challenge the mid-size BMW X6 head-on with the Q6. While the Q8 isn't expected to launch before 2017, the car be 300kg lighter than today's lardy Q7.
Audi isn't making any comments on its future plans, don't expect to see the Q8 on the street anytime soon, though.
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