With some automakers both shrinking their lineups or stretching present fashions for longer lifecycles, Audi is taking the alternative strategy in 2026. The German luxurious model is gearing up for a serious wave of recent merchandise kicking off this yr and lengthening effectively into the following a number of years.
We’ve already gotten a glimpse of a few of what’s coming, like the brand new RS5 and the up to date This fall. However there’s a lot extra on the way in which that we haven’t seen but—together with just a few SUVs Audi is hoping will make an actual dent within the aggressive three-row phase.
A few of these fashions gained’t arrive till later within the yr, however the first wave of Audi’s new lineup is just some weeks away. Right here’s what’s coming.
Audi A2: An Icon Returns
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European readers would possibly bear in mind the A2. If not, right here’s the short rundown: the unique Audi A2 was a unusual, ultra-efficient compact household automotive that launched in 2000 and constructed a loyal following earlier than ending manufacturing in 2005. Now, Audi is bringing the identify again with the same give attention to effectivity.
This time round, although, the A2 returns as a compact electrical car below the E-Tron banner, with design cues impressed by the unique’s distinctive look. Like the primary mannequin, it’s anticipated to be a Europe-focused product, so don’t count on to see it within the US. It ought to journey on Volkswagen Group’s MEB or MEB+ platform, with battery choices possible starting from round 58.0 to 79.0 kilowatt-hours. Search for it to reach someday this fall.
AUDI E7X: China Solely
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Regardless that the market has cooled a bit, Audi isn’t backing away from China—in truth, it’s doubling down. Or slightly, AUDI is, because it’s branded domestically. The corporate launched its first EV there final yr, the E5 Sportback, and now a second mannequin is on the way in which.
The E7X is a totally electrical SUV developed via Audi’s three way partnership with SAIC. It shares so much with the E5 Sportback, together with its design language and powertrain, utilizing a sophisticated 900-volt system that delivers as much as 670 horsepower and roughly 750 kilometers (466 miles) of vary on China’s CLTC cycle. It debuted in April and may hit showrooms earlier than the tip of the yr.
Audi RS5: 4 Doorways Or 5?
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The brand new RS5 is lastly right here, and it’s an enormous step up from the usual S5, which didn’t precisely set the world on fireplace. The RS5 will get a severe efficiency enhance because of a plug-in hybrid setup constructed round a twin-turbo 2.9-liter V6 paired with a 25.9-kilowatt-hour battery. Mixed, it produces 603 horsepower and 608 pound-feet of torque.
Probably the greatest components? It is available in two physique kinds—a pointy sedan and a shocking wagon. Whether or not the wagon makes it to the US remains to be up within the air, however we’re conserving our fingers crossed. The RS5 ought to go on sale in just some months, although pricing hasn’t been introduced but—and it gained’t be low-cost.
Audi RS6: The Efficiency Wagon Is Again
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Even after an unlucky prototype crash throughout Nürburgring testing, the following RS6 nonetheless seems to be prefer it’s shaping as much as be one thing particular. It’s anticipated to stay with Audi’s iconic twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8, possible paired with some type of hybrid help. Output might push previous 700 horsepower.
And similar to the RS5, there’s an opportunity we’ll see a number of physique kinds, presumably together with a sedan alongside the standard wagon—particularly with the S7 and RS7 being phased out. Anticipate a debut within the coming months.
Audi This fall: Minor Tweaks
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The Q4 E-Tron quietly lives on, now up to date for the 2027 mannequin yr. It’s nonetheless a Europe-only mannequin, nevertheless it stays one among Audi’s extra standard compact EVs there.
Updates embody a bigger battery, now as much as 185.0 kilowatt-hour battery, together with sooner charging—going from 10 to 80 p.c in about 27 minutes. Each the usual SUV and Sportback variations are getting the refresh, with gross sales in Europe beginning later this month.
Audi Q7: Household Pleasant
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One in all Audi’s most essential fashions within the US, the Q7, is lastly gearing up for a correct overhaul. On condition that the present era has been round since 2015, a brand new mannequin is lengthy overdue.
The subsequent Q7 is predicted to maintain the system that’s made it profitable—a number of engine decisions, clear styling, and a sensible three-row structure—however with a way more trendy take. Full particulars aren’t out but, however large modifications are clearly on the way in which when it arrives later this yr.
Audi Q9: Household Friendlier
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If the Q7 isn’t sufficiently big, Audi has one thing even bigger coming: the Q9. The German automaker has confirmed that the brand new SUV will sit above the Q7 and function the model’s flagship SUV.
Anticipate a extra upscale design, upgraded tech, and a noticeably bigger inside. Engine choices will possible embody V6 and presumably V8 decisions, as Volkswagen Group nonetheless isn’t prepared to totally step away from larger combustion engines. Particulars are nonetheless scarce, nevertheless it ought to debut later this yr.
The Future And Past
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Audi’s longer-term plans are simply as busy. As early as 2027, we might see a manufacturing model of its “TT successor,” previewed by the Concept C. It’s anticipated to make use of an 800-volt structure shared with the upcoming electrical Porsche 718.
And even past that, Audi hasn’t dominated out a real successor to the A8 sedan earlier than the tip of the last decade. There are additionally ongoing rumors of a possible new supercar someplace down the road. Nothing confirmed but—however clearly, Audi isn’t slowing down anytime quickly.
