Audi A9 will compete directly against Mercedes CLS and Porsche Panamera.
The body-style features an aluminum space-frame and source its main components from the MLB architecture. A9 will also have the air-sprung chassis architecture and the assembly line at Audi’s Neckarsulm plant.
Another innovation is the newly developed engine – a 4.0 liter V8. The engine range will also include some V6s and V8s of the A8 range.
The most powerful 6.3 liter W12 will also be available as an option.