The new generation Audi Q7 will be presented only in the second half of next year (and it is likely that sales will begin only in 2015), but the Germans have already started testing "ku-seven." How will this model is still hard to say, but some technical details are known about this car now.

Apparently, based on the second generation Q7 will be a new platform called MLB. This will be the second universal "truck", developed by engineers of Volkswagen, but if already known to us under the symbol MQB platform is designed for compact and mid-size models (for example, for Volkswagen Golf or Skoda Octavia), then MLB will serve as the basis for large machines. For example, such as the new Volkswagen Touareg, SUV brand Bentley or Audi Q7.

It is expected that this new platform Q7 second generation current model becomes easier to 350-370 kg, which will not only improve the handling, but also to reduce fuel consumption. As for the engines, the main rate in Europe, of course, will be made ​​on diesel engines. The base will be the 3.0-liter V6 (258 hp). Who is this enough to be offered a diesel engine of 4.2 liters and 385 hp, plus there will be a hybrid model, where the diesel engine of 3.0 liters will work together with the electric motor. And the power of the latter will make 115 hp, which will be enough to drive around the city without the use of internal combustion engines. Not to be forgotten about and Audi petrol engines - they will produce between 310 hp up to 435 hp Plus should appear "charged" model, which will receive about 500-600 "horses". However, accurate information on these versions yet.