AUDI RECORDS 333% GROWTH FOR A8 IN QATAR
Doha, March 25th, 2015 - Q-Auto, the official dealer for Audi in Qatar, has reported impressive year-on-year sales in the country. The best performing model year to date is the brand’s flagship A8 model, achieving a phenomenal 333% growth in sales compared to the same period last year.
The prestigious A8 models has set new standards in the automobile industry in terms of functional design, progressive technology and advanced engineering. Its 4.0 V8 TFSI engine boasts outstanding efficiency combined with optimum performance. Packed with a highly advanced infotainment system, the luxury sedan offers a spectacular driving experience.
In addition to the exceptional sales results of the A8, the brand has also experienced a significant amount of year on year growth across a number of models in the Audi line up. Another top achiever in the sedan category range includes the Audi A6 with a 12% growth in sales compared to the previous year. Moreover, Audi’s world renowned SUV models have also increased in sales by 16.7% for the midsized Q5 and 14.3 % for the compact Q3. Adding to the brand’s overall achievement, Audi Qatar experienced a record 25% year on year growth in 2014; with the increment representing the strongest growth for Audi in the region, supporting local trends for an increasing preference for the brand and popularity amongst the local community.
Commenting on the sales figures of Audi, Ala Makey, Audi Qatar Sales Manager, said, “We are thrilled with the remarkable sales turnover that Audi has achieved, the year 2015 has most certainly kicked off to a good start for Audi Qatar. Our record sales accomplishment is solely attributed to the brand’s innovative product introductions, customer oriented campaigns and excellent post purchase services. The increase in demand in the market is a result of a maintained premium promise to Audi buyers, one which we will continuously strive to uphold”.
Audi Qatar foresees an even higher growth achievement this year, due to a number of exciting product launches and an all new after sales service center set to open in the second quarter of 2015.
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Q-Auto was established in July 2012, under the leadership of HE Sheikha Hanadi Bint Nasser Bin Khaled Al Thani. As a dealer, Q-Auto strives to deliver unparalleled levels of quality, commitment and service excellence.
The Audi Group delivered approximately 1,741,100 cars of the Audi brand to customers in 2014. In 2013, the company reported revenue of €49.9 billion and an operating profit of €5.03 billion. The company operates globally in more than 100 markets and has production facilities in Ingolstadt and Neckarsulm (Germany), Győr (Hungary), Brussels (Belgium), Bratislava (Slovakia), Martorell (Spain), Kaluga (Russia), Aurangabad (India), Changchun (China) and Jakarta (Indonesia). Since the end of 2013, the brand with the Four Rings has also been producing cars in Foshan (China). As of mid-2015, Audi will operate a production facility in São José dos Pinhais (Brazil), followed by San José Chiapa (Mexico) in 2016. Wholly owned subsidiaries of AUDI AG include quattro GmbH (Neckarsulm), Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. (Sant’Agata Bolognese, Italy) and Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. (Bologna, Italy), the sports motorcycle manufacturer. The company currently employs approximately 80,000 people worldwide, thereof approximately 55,800 in Germany. Total investment of around €24 billion is planned from 2015 to 2019 – primarily in new products and sustainable technologies. Audi is committed to its corporate responsibility and has anchored the principle of sustainability for its products and processes in its strategy. The long-term goal is CO2-neutral mobility.
AUDI AG’s commitment to the region was confirmed through the foundation of its fully owned subsidiary in 2005. The current Middle East model range comprises the Audi A1, A3 and S3 Sedan, A4 and RS 4 Avant, the A5 Coupe, Sportback, Cabriolet and RS 5, the A6, S6 & RS 6 Avant, A7, S7 & RS 7, A8 L & S8, the Audi Q3, Q5 and Q7, the Audi TT Coupe/Roadster and TT RS Coupe, the Audi R8 Coupe and R8 Spyder as well as R8 V10 plus.
