Audi Quattro Axed, Q-Coupe CUV to Replace
The Audi Quattro concept that was shown off two years ago at the Paris Motor Show will never see the light of production, as the German automaker has decided to axe the vehicle.
Instead, Audi is now considering a Quattro-inspired coupe in the form of a crossover, similar to what Land Rover offers with its Range Rover Evoque. According to the automaker, the market for performance cars as of late is a little weak, while the crossover and SUV segment has become more popular. As a result, Audi is looking to shift its Quattro model to the crossover segment.
It is believed that this Q-coupe model will be based on the Audi Crosslane Concept that debuted last week at the 2012 Paris Motor Show.
[Source: CAR]
Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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