AUDI E8
| AUDI E8 | |
|---|---|
 The AUDI E SUV concept introduced at Auto Guangzhou 2025 directly previewed the E8. | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | SAIC Volkswagen |
| Also called | AUDI E SUV (concept) |
| Production | 2026 (to commence) |
| Assembly | China: Shanghai |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Full-size crossover SUV |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout |
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| Platform | Advanced Digitized Platform |
| Related | IM LS7 |
| Powertrain | |
| Electric motor | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Power output | Up to 770 hp (570 kW; 780 PS) |
| Hybrid drivetrain | Series hybrid (EREV) |
| Battery | 109 kWh, manufacturer and material unknown |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 3,060 mm (120.5 in) |
| Length | 5,057 mm (199.1 in) |
| Width | 2,042 mm (80.4 in) |
| Height | 1,786 mm (70.3 in) |
The AUDI E8 (Chinese: 奥迪E8; pinyin: Àodí E8) is an upcoming battery electric and range-extended full-size crossover SUV to be produced by the SAIC-Volkswagen joint venture and to be sold under the China-only AUDI marque that is owned by Audi. It is the second model to be co-developed by SAIC Motor and Audi.
Overview
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The E8 is set to launch in 2026 as the AUDI marque's second model. It is based on the IM LS7 and built on the Advanced Digitized Platform. It will be the production version of the AUDI E SUV Concept that was unveiled at the 2025 Guangzhou Auto Show. According to AUDI, the concept previewing the E8 "embodies simplicity to master complexity, outlining the dynamic posture of future luxury SUVs", as stated on the brand's Weibo page.[1]
Design and features
[edit]The design language introduced by the E5 is re-used for the E8.[1]
Spyshots of a prototype model from July 2025 show a closed front end with headlights hidden under the bonnet line. Prototype models also have a sizeable air intake and sloped A-pillars. A LiDAR sensor on the roof is present and digital mirrors are used instead of side-view mirrors, Retractable door handles are also present. The sculpted fenders and sleek roofline of the E5 are also present on the E8 prototype.[2]
The doors use a frameless design. The interior is expected to mirror that of the E5, but the only detail known about the interior is that there are horizontally arranged ambient light strips on the door panels.[3]
Powertrain
[edit]The powertrain of the E8 is expected to mirror that of the E5 and is built on the same 800-volt architecture.[4] This includes the same motors, batteries, and electric control system that is the same as in the IM LS7, available in both rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive versions.[5] Actual powertrain details are scarce, however the top trim will use a 109 kWh battery of unknown material and a power output of 770 horsepower. Extended-range versions will also be available.[6]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Zhang, Phate (November 21, 2025). "AUDI debuts AUDI E SUV Concept at Guangzhou auto show, production model due next year". CnEVPost.
- ^ Bobylev, Denis (July 11, 2025). "AUDI electric crossover from SAIC spotted in China ahead of launch in 2026". CarNewsChina.
- ^ "奥迪AUDI品牌首款SUV E8曝光，有望于明年上市". BitAuto. October 29, 2025.
- ^ "广州车展见！上汽奥迪E8首发，800V平台 + 700km续航，2026年上市". Autohome (in Chinese). November 19, 2025.
- ^ Niculescu, Aurel (November 21, 2025). "AUDI (Not Audi) Debuts E SUV Concept Previewing New Crossover Model at Auto Guangzhou 2025". Autoevolution.
- ^ Opletal, Jiri (November 21, 2025). "All-electric AUDI E SUV Concept debuts in China, sister model of E5 to feature 800V charging". CarNewsChina.
