Audi and Porsche are preparing their next electrification push, and it’s a big one as a number of upcoming models will ride on theThe architecture was “developed in tandem” and Porsche says it has similarities to the MQB and MEB platforms from
. The former architecture underpins more than 32 million vehicles and its flexibility has delivered economies of scale and reduced component costs.notes the PPE platform has similar benefits and it will enable them to “launch high-volume models with high technical standards at profit.
Porsche is staying tight-lipped on specifics, but noted PPE-based vehicles will have a maximum output of 603 hp and 737+ lb-ft of torque. The company’s first PPE-based vehicle will be theand it will feature 800-volt technology, “powerful” electric motors, and “advanced battery and charge management.”
The automaker says this will enable the crossover to deliver the “level of electric vehicle performance you’d expect of Porsche.” They went on to say the model has been designed to be the sportiest vehicle in its segment and one that will offer “best-in-class driving performances” as well as “high-power fast charging” and a “range suitable for long-distance travel.”