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Audi Unveils Q9 SUV Rivaling Mercedes GLS and BMW X7 with Luxury Features
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First reported by N12 · Jul 29, 2026
What happened
Audi has introduced the Q9, a large luxury SUV designed to compete with the Mercedes GLS and BMW X7, featuring advanced technology, premium materials, and powerful diesel engines. The Q9 will be available in Israel by late 2026 or early 2027, offering spacious seating options and cutting-edge safety and comfort features.
- 01Audi unveils Q9 SUV to rival Mercedes GLS and BMW X7 with luxury features.
- 02Q9 measures 5.31m long, larger than the Q7, with advanced OLED lighting technology.
- 03Interior includes multiple large screens, premium materials, and a 1,360W Bang & Olufsen sound system.
- 04Two seating layouts offered: seven-seat 2+3+2 and six-seat 2+2+2 with electric adjustments.
- 05Powered by a 3.0L V6 diesel engine producing 299 hp, paired with 8-speed automatic and AWD.
- 06Features air suspension, rear-wheel steering, advanced safety systems, and automatic parking assist.
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