Porsche targets 7-seater SUV that may share platform with Audi Q9

Porsche may use PPC for the K1, a 7-seater SUV, sharing an engine with the Audi Q9; the electric plan remains under study.

A recent report suggests that the K1, Porsche's 7-seater SUV, might abandon the idea of an entirely dedicated electric platform.

Instead, it could be built on the Volkswagen Group's PPC (Premium Platform Combustion), used by Audi for the Q9.

Connection with the Audi Q9

According to Autocar, the K1 would be an elongated version of the PPC, developed for the Q9, which is expected to debut later this year along with the next generation of the Audi Q7.

Shared platform and engines

The PPC already underpins the A5, the Q5, and in the future, the Q9. The K1 would be a twin of the Q9, with slightly higher output, maintaining the sharing pattern observed between the Cayenne and Q7, and between the Taycan and e-tron GT.

Macan and EV plans

The Macan is expected to be replaced by a compact Porsche model that will only have electric versions in the future.

The electric K1 and the expected delay

Despite this shift, Porsche is keeping the electric K1 alive. The debut might be delayed to allow for greater maturity in the EV market, which has led to adjustments in electrification targets.

Project history

The K1 was confirmed by former CEO Oliver Blume in 2022. He spoke of a new EV platform, named SSP Sport, linked to the VW Group's SSP ecosystem.

Additional notes

Camouflaged prototypes have already been seen testing. The K1 is expected to offer V6 and V8 engines for the US, with hybrid variants also anticipated. The original deadline pointed to 2028.

Historical design context

Dealers received initial drawings in 2021, described as a fusion of a sedan and an SUV with an almost vertical rear end. This look was associated with the Renndienst study from 2020, but it remains to be seen if elements of it will appear on the final K1.

Which of these options do you prefer for the K1: combustion sharing the platform with the Q9 or an all-electric route? Leave your opinion in the comments.