What we may need for a car is a good look / a reliable powertrain / If it can have a good engine system and flexible handling, that is definitely a plus. However, as a concept car, Audi's newly released urbansphere not only has the most basic needs and bonuses of a car, it can also help fast-paced urban life crowds under pressure, giving them a more private/more comfortable space for them to have a hidden corner for stress relief and relief.
Recently, 58 Cars was invited to participate in the global debut of Audi's official new concept car urbansphere, before which Audi has had two blockbuster products in the sphere series of concept cars, namely skysphere and grandsphere. The two concept cars represent Audi's understanding of driving and luxury, as well as the future direction of Audi's technology upgrade in these two aspects, and the arrival of Audi urbansphere is a new solution for the travel and life of urban people.
It is not only a model that takes care of the physical and mental health of urban people, but also a model co-created with Chinese consumers
The new car continues the PPE platform of other models of the previous sphere family, using 800 volt charging technology and using Audi pure electric drive system, which can obtain a cruising range of up to about 750 km under WTLP conditions, supporting a maximum charging power of 270 kW, only 10 minutes to replenish the cruising range of 300 km, 5%-80% of the power replenishment in 25 minutes, and the new car will also have L4 level automatic driving, which can automatically drive in and out of the parking space / connect passengers / automatically open and close the door / Functions such as autonomous driving.
On the outside, the vehicle adopts a body design similar to a crossover SUV or MPV, and the front part of the vehicle is innovatively used in an octagonal integrated grille, although the front part of the body no longer needs to dissipate heat in the net, but still retains the Audi's iconic one-piece grille design. The digital light panel is located behind a light-colored transparent panel that covers a large area of the front face. The upper and lower edges of the integrated grille are still made of aluminum alloy and are connected vertically through the LED lights.
Although the biggest highlight of the front of the car is no longer the light, but still full of futurism and sense of technology, not to live up to the reputation of the lamp factory, the internal light surface is like a stage or a canvas (as its "Audi lighting canvas" is called), with a unique interactive function, can send a clear signal to other vehicles or pedestrians through dynamic lighting effects, improve driving safety, the front of the car is simply a window to show its best window to the outside world.
The size of the vehicle makes this car the largest concept car audi has ever seen, with a length, width and height data of 5510 * 2010 * 1780 mm and a wheelbase of 3400 mm. As a concept car, the Audi urbansphere adopts a B-pillar-free design, the side contour and line are very smooth, and the rear of the vehicle also uses the same LED panel as the front of the car, which is not only powerful but also directly fills the sense of echo and the technical aura.
Create a unique private space in the car, which is a spiritual harbor in the city
When the door of the conference opens the camera and enters the car, I believe that the people who watch the live broadcast of the conference will sigh, whether it is from the interior design or the sense of space, the Audi urbansphere has indeed surprised everyone. The first is to continue the Sphere family's car-making philosophy, that is, to take the car as the center and take more care of the travel needs.
The interior features a 2+2 seat layout with exceptionally spacious rear seat space and multi-faceted adjustment options, with the backrest tilting up to 60 degrees and leg rests stretching simultaneously in relaxation and entertainment modes. In addition, the seats can easily meet the diverse social needs of passengers in a variety of ways. When communicating with each other, passengers can rotate their seats and talk face-to-face. Passengers who want private space can effectively isolate themselves from other passengers next to them in the upper head area through the privacy screen behind the headrest. Each seat also has a separate sound zone with speakers on the headrest. Separate displays are also available on the backrests of the front seats.
When passengers want to share an in-car infotainment system, a large transparent OLED screen drops vertically from the roof to between the two rows of seats. Through a "cinema screen" that runs through the interior of the vehicle, the two passengers in the back row can participate in video conferences or watch movies together. The large screen can also be used in split screens. When there is no need to use the large screen, passengers can see directly and clearly ahead due to its transparent design. Passengers also have the option to fold the screen up to blend in with the glass roof.
Like the Audi Grandsphere Concept, the interior of the Audi Urbansphere Concept combines space, structure and digital technology. The line design accentuates the horizontal proportions of the interior, and the open and spacious interior layout gives a unique sense of space. During autonomous driving, the steering wheel, pedals and conventional instrument panels can be hidden, greatly enhancing the sense of space and freedom in the interior space.
Many of the materials used in the interior of the Audi urbansphere concept car are sustainable and doped without any chemicals during the selection and manufacturing process. The seat cushions are made of ECONYL material and act as a recyclable polyamide that can still be fully recycled after the car is scrapped. In addition, bamboo pulp fiber fabrics are applied to handrails and the rear of vehicles
The unveiling of several successive sphere concept cars highlights Audi China's aggressive 2030 strategy, and Markus Duesmann, chairman of the board of management of Audi AG, which is responsible for the Chinese market, said: "In order to be closer to Chinese consumers, Audi's design teams in Beijing and Ingolstadt have always worked closely together to successfully create this Audi urbansphere concept car. This is also the first time that Chinese consumers have participated in the Design Process of Audi Vehicles, fully expressing their views and suggestions in the design concept of "innovation and co-creation" with Audi, so that the Audi Urbansphere Concept Car can better meet the needs of users for high-end travel.
Dr. Wen Zeyue, President of Audi China, said: "The stunning interior of the Audi urbansphere concept car is the result of this "cooperation and creation" between Audi and Chinese consumers. Its spacious interior is both a mobile privilege room and a mobile office, making it a "third living space" for users on their way. Even during peak daily travel hours, the Audi Urbansphere Concept offers users a superior ride that combines high-tech cockpits with extreme privacy. Advanced autonomous driving technology has also greatly promoted the transformation of vehicle interior design. Eliminating the traditional steering wheel, pedals and dashboard, the interior layout is more open and spacious, becoming a mobile interactive space, seamlessly connecting to the digital ecosystem for an extraordinary sensory experience. ”
Audi found that consumers not only have a demand for the luxury of the vehicle, but also a greater demand point in the comfort of the vehicle, especially urban consumers and people. The Audi urbansphere is precisely the need for people who are aware of the fast-paced lives of people who need a more intimate space/more comfortable corner for relaxation and meditation in a life of frequent important events and too much mental concentration. Therefore, the Audi urbansphere is not only a concept car, but also a good antihypertensive and anti-stress weapon for people today and in the future. It is reported that in 2025, a mass production car that adopts the Concept of the Audi Sphere will arrive, which will completely subvert the way of travel.
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