Audi to partner with LG Chem and Samsung SDI for electric SUV battery

Audi will develop batteries for an electric SUV using powerful cell modules from LG Chem and Samsung SDI.

The cell modules will be supplied to Audi from plants based in Europe and are expected to give the SUV a range of more than 300 miles.

Dr. Bernd Martens, Member of the Board of Management of AUDI AG for Procurement, said: “Together with our South Korean development partners, we are bringing production of the latest battery-cell technology to the EU and strengthening European industry with this key technology. This will allow us to supply a technological solution that makes electric cars even more attractive for our customers.”

Prof. Dr. Ulrich Hackenberg, also a Member of the Board of Management of AUDI AG for Development, said: “With our first battery-electric Audi-SUV, we are combining an emission-free drive system with driving pleasure. We will optimally integrate the innovative cell modules developed with LG Chem and Samsung SDI into our vehicle architecture, thus achieving an attractive overall package of sportiness and range.”