Audi introduces the 2027 Q9 and SQ9 as the brand’s largest SUV models, moving into the full-size, three-row segment. Multiple outlets describe the Q9 as a larger, more substantial take on Audi’s existing large-SUV approach, positioning it against established competitors in the big three-row category.
Both sources report that the SQ9 is the performance version and is powered by a V8 in the U.S. The SQ9 output is stated as 591 horsepower, distinguishing it within the lineup. While the Q9 is presented as the mainstream, three-row flagship for the new segment, the SQ9 is described as the higher-output variant tied to the brand’s entry into the largest SUV market.
The coverage emphasizes that the Q9/SQ9 represent Audi’s biggest SUVs to date, with the Q9 aimed at full-size family and luxury buyers, and the SQ9 targeting performance-oriented shoppers in the American market. Specific pricing, detailed specifications beyond power output, and broader global availability are not fully covered in the provided excerpts.
