The German manufacturer has released first photos and technical details of the SQ7 TDI, equipped with world’s first electric powered compressor.
Described as the most powerful SUV with a diesel engine in the world, the new SQ7 is powered by a newly-developed 4.0-liter TDI, equipped with first electric powered compressor (EPC) fitted in a production vehicle. Placed in the air path downstream of the intercooler, close to the engine the EPC strongly supports the eight-cylinder turbodiesel unit when starting off and during low rpms to eliminate the turbo lag. It is driven by an electric motor wit