Audi Unveils 2027 Q9 SUV Interior: A New Benchmark in Luxury Space

Audi has unveiled the cabin of its forthcoming 2027 Q9, a full-size luxury SUV slated for a world premiere in Summer 2026. The preview highlights a spacious interior available in six-seat (captain’s-chair) or seven-seat (bench) configurations, targeting both executive travel and large families.

I Sat In The New Audi Q9—It Raises The Bar For Audi Interiors

The Q9 abandons Audi’s previous piano-black plastic in favor of natural woods, textured fabrics, and matte finishes. New trim colors such as tamarind brown and stone beige complement upholstery options ranging from alpaca-fiber wool to fine Nappa leather, reducing fingerprints and enhancing a calm ambience.

Elegance and space: a first look inside the new Audi Q9

Both layouts feature partially power-adjustable seats. In the six-seat version, the middle row offers two individually electric captain’s chairs with active ventilation and optional massage. The third-row seatbacks fold electrically, and all second-row seats can accommodate child seats.

Elegance and space: a first look inside the new Audi Q9

All doors operate electrically via key, myAudi app, light tug, brake pedal, or seat-belt buckle, with sensors. The panoramic sunroof has adjustable panels that toggle between transparent and opaque and shade the cabin when parked, blocking over 99.5 % of UV radiation. Ambient lighting uses 84 LEDs with 30 selectable colors. The Bang & Olufsen 4D sound system delivers 22 speakers and 1,300 watts; an optional upgrade adds seat-integrated transducers for tactile bass. Wireless charging pads meet the Qi 2.2 standard and USB-C ports deliver up to 100 watts.

Elegance and space: a first look inside the new Audi Q9

• Seating: six- or seven-passenger layout

Elegance and space: a first look inside the new Audi Q9

• Speakers: 22, >1,300 W; optional 4D with seat transducers

Elegance and space: a first look inside the new Audi Q9

• Ambient LEDs: 84, 30 colors

Elegance and space: a first look inside the new Audi Q9

• Sunroof UV block: >99.5 %

I Sat In The New Audi Q9—It Raises The Bar For Audi Interiors

• Wireless charging: Qi 2.2 pads, 100 W USB-C

Elegance and space: a first look inside the new Audi Q9

CEO Gernot Döllner said the Q9 redefines “Vorsprung durch Technik” by turning the vehicle into a mobile living space that blends premium materials, flexible seating and automatic doors.

Elegance and space: a first look inside the new Audi Q9

The preview covers only interior features; powertrain, performance and pricing details remain undisclosed pending the Summer 2026 launch.

Elegance and space: a first look inside the new Audi Q9

The Q9’s interior innovations signal Audi’s push to redefine the luxury SUV segment, emphasizing spacious, tech-rich cabins that cater to both family utility and premium comfort. The integration of automatic doors, advanced lighting and high-fidelity audio positions the model as a benchmark for competitors.

I Sat In The New Audi Q9—It Raises The Bar For Audi Interiors

• “With the Q9, ‘Vorsprung durch Technik’ is increasingly defined by the in-car experience,” — Gernot Döllner, CEO, Audi

Elegance and space: a first look inside the new Audi Q9

• “Cars have long been much more than just a means of transportation; they are mobile living spaces for our customers.” — Gernot Döllner, Audi

Elegance and space: a first look inside the new Audi Q9

• “Motor1's Take: The interior of the 2027 Audi Q9 is impressive, as you’d expect from a fresh flagship machine.” — Motor1.com Team

I Sat In The New Audi Q9—It Raises The Bar For Audi Interiors

• “The sound stage is well hidden but also quite well done.” — Motor1 reviewer

I Sat In The New Audi Q9—It Raises The Bar For Audi Interiors

Audi will reveal the Q9’s full specifications, exterior design and pricing at its Summer 2026 world premiere.

Elegance and space: a first look inside the new Audi Q9