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99 www.autosubindustry.comFollowing its major model initiative over the past two years, Audi continues to refine its lineup with the new Q92. As the first large fullsize SUV in the history of Audi, it stands out for its ample space, comfort, technology, and driving dynamics %u2014 addressing the specific needs of customers in the U.S. In this way, Audi is signaling the vital importance of the world%u2019s secondlargest automotive market, after China, for the brand. Highlights of the Q92 include impressive interior space with individual electric seats in the second row, automatic doors, adaptive cruise assist plus with hands-free driving, a world first in lighting technology, and the largest panoramic sunroof3 ever installed in an Audi. In selected markets, the Audi SQ91 will complement the model family. The first models will be delivered from the fourth quarter of 2026.%u201cWith the Audi Q92, we are expanding our portfolio to include our first large full-size SUV %u2014 intentionally developed to meet the needs of our customers in the U.S. The Audi Q92 combines state-of-the-art technology, the highest quality, and a spacious interior with a clear focus on comfort and safety. This shows how closely we listen to our customers and that we continue to strengthen our lineup in one of our most important markets,%u201d says Audi CEO Gernot D%u00f6llner. Vito Paladino, President of Audi of America, adds: %u201cWith the Americaninspired Audi Q92, we are establishing a new standard in the premium SUV segment. The Q9* is Audi%u2019s flagship SUV and completes our SUV portfolio along with all-new models for Q3, Q7, and top-performing Q5. A strong SUV lineup is the foundation for Audi%u2019s ambitious growth strategy in the U.S.%u201d The exterior dimensions of the new large full-size SUV make a clear statement on their own: measuring 5.31 meters long, 2.21 meters wide (mirror-to-mirror), and 1.81 meters tall, with a wheelbase of 3.14 meters, it is the largest Audi of all time. The upright front and imposing rear emphasize the vehicle%u2019s exclusivity. The interior of the Q92 provides maximum freedom of movement, an attribute that is highly valued in the U.S. Two interior variants offer customers numerous options for personalization. The Q9* comes standard with seven seats. An optional six-seat layout with two electrically adjustable individual seats in the second row creates a business-class atmosphere. In the third row, each seatback folds down individually at the push of a button.In the first row, the sports seat plus adds ventilation and massage functions. Maximum comfort is ensured by the five-zone automatic air conditioning and, for the first time, automatic doors that can be conveniently opened and closed from multiple control points and remotely via the myAudi app. Surround sensors help prevent collisions. Regardless of which row they%u2019re sitting in, passengers can enjoy the view through Audi%u2019s largest panoramic sunroof3, installed as standard in every Q92. It features a glass surface of more than 1.5 square meters that can be opened wide or tilted. Optional features include switchable transparency and, for the first time, illumination of the glass roof whose color adapts to the personalized ambient lighting.The outer curved OLED panel is the largest panel ever fitted in an Audi.