Overview
The Audi Q3 is a compact luxury crossover SUV produced by German automaker Audi. It was first unveiled at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show and has since become one of the most popular models in the Audi lineup.
Design and Features
- Exterior:
- Length: 4,375 mm (172.0 in)
- Width: 1,827 mm (72.0 in)
- Height: 1,544 mm (60.8 in)
- Wheelbase: 2,625 mm (103.3 in)
- Interior:
- Seating capacity for up to 5 passengers
- Cargo space of up to 420 liters (14.8 cu ft) behind the rear seats and up to 1,370 liters (48.4 cu ft) with the rear seats folded down
- Available interior colors: black, gray, beige, brown, and orange
- Infotainment:
- Audi MMI Touch infotainment system with an 8-inch color display screen
- Optional features include navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, and a Wi-Fi hotspot
Powertrains
- Gasoline engines:
- 1.5-liter TFSI inline-4 engine producing 150 PS (148 hp) and 250 Nm (184 lb-ft)
- 2.0-liter TFSI inline-4 engine producing 190 PS (188 hp) and 320 Nm (236 lb-ft)
- 2.0-liter TFSI inline-4 turbocharged engine with a mild-hybrid system, producing 245 PS (242 hp) and 370 Nm (273 lb-ft)
- Diesel engines:
- 1.6-liter TDI inline-4 engine producing 116 PS (114 hp) and 250 Nm (184 lb-ft)
- 2.0-liter TDI inline-4 engine producing 150 PS (148 hp) and 320 Nm (236 lb-ft)
Safety Features
- Standard safety features:
- Electronic stability control
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
- Multiple airbags, including a driver's knee airbag
- Optional safety features:
- Lane departure warning
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go functionality
Trim Levels
The Audi Q3 is available in various trim levels, including:
- SE (base model)
- S Line
- Sport
- Edition One (limited-edition model with exclusive features)
Specifications and Dimensions
- Curb weight: 1,550 kg - 1,720 kg (3,417 lb - 3,792 lb) depending on the engine and transmission choice
- Fuel capacity: 55 liters (14.5 gallons)
- Ground clearance: 145 mm (5.7 in)
Trim Level-specific Features
Each trim level comes with its own set of features:
- SE:
- Cloth or leather upholstery
- Audi MMI Touch infotainment system
- Rearview camera
- S Line:
- Sport suspension and steering
- S Line exterior styling kit (including a front bumper, side skirts, and rear diffuser)
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Sport:
- Upgraded interior with leather upholstery and ambient lighting
- Audi Virtual Cockpit digital instrument cluster
- Bang & Olufsen premium sound system
Competitors
The Audi Q3 competes in the compact luxury crossover SUV segment, which includes models such as:
- BMW X1
- Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class
- Mini Countryman
- Volvo XC40
