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Fuel Type
Petrol
Co2
204.00g/km
Transmission
Automatic
Top Speed
149mph
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Co2
204.00g/km
Transmission
Automatic
Top Speed
149mph
AUDI Q3 Review
- Performance7
- Handling7
- Comfort7
- Space7
- Styling8
- Build8
- Value6
- Equipment6
- Economy7
- Depreciation7
- Insurance7
Audi's third generation Q3 breaks free from the conservative vibe of its predecessors. Jonathan Crouch drives it.
Ten Second Review
With this MK3 version of their Q3, Audi's third attempt at creating a really premium small SUV is probably their most convincing yet. There's all the electrification you really need. While inside, you'll feel like you're in a more premium kind of car. And in many ways, you will be.
Background
Good things often come in little packages. The Q3 compact SUV has certainly been good for Audi, with over 2 million sold since the first generation model's launch back in 2011, a number heavily contributed to by the MK2 design which followed in 2018. So what of this third generation version, announced in mid-2025, built at the brand's Hungarian factory in Gyor and heavily based on a close VW Group rival, the CUPRA Terramar.
As before, it's essentially an SUV version of Audi's A3 small hatch, so gets the same platform and powertrains (which don't include an EV version; only a PHEV). But the styling and interior are very different from the A3 because this is the first more compact Audi model to feature the brand's latest generation style of design. As before, its key segment targets are the Mercedes GLA and the BMW X1, but likely customers may also be looking at upper-spec versions of models like the Honda HR-V, the Alfa Romeo Junior and the Lexus LBX.
Driving Experience
The MQB platform here is much the same as before, but auto transmission is now mandatory - the usual dual clutch seven-speed s tronic set-up for conventionally-engined models.
Engine-wise, things kick off with the brand's usual 150PS 1.5 TFSI mild hybrid petrol unit that most customers will choose. It's no ball of fire, but 0-62mph in 9.1s en route to 140mph is as fast as most Q3 customers will want to go. That's if you select the most urgent of the available drive select drive modes - dynamic (the others are balanced, comfort and efficiency). The alternative mainstream engine, surprisingly still offered, is the brand's familiar 2.0 TDI diesel, available either with 150PS and front wheel drive - or 193PS and quattro 4WD. Obviously, this unit's more torquey than the petrol unit, even the feebler TDI version with 360Nm of pulling power. If you want your Q3 to go faster, then you'll need to know that a pair of conventional 2.0 TFSI petrol units round out the conventional part of the line-up, with 204PS or 265PS - both with quattro 4WD, the latter sprinting to 62mph in just 5.7s.
For our test, we avoided all of those conventional engines and chose instead to try the PHEV e-hybrid variant. Disappointingly, the Q3 doesn't get the advanced 2.0-litre Plug-in Hybrid drivetrain we've seen in the larger Q5. Just a further developed version of the previous PHEV petrol set-up borrowed from the A3, which sees the TFSI model's 1.5-litre four cylinder unit mated with six-speed dual clutch transmission and a 25.7kWh battery offering an EV range of up to 74.4 miles - a huge increase over the feeble 32 mile figure of the previous MK2 Q3 TFSI e model. As usual in a VW Group PHEV, you can save battery charge for later in your trip when you might need it. The Q3 e-hybrid's peak power is 272PS, with 400Nm of torque. 0-62mph takes 6.8s en route to 134mph, so it's not slow.
On all Q3s, the standard 'comfort' suspension set-up seems well-judged over tarmac tears and potholes; if you regularly encounter those, we'd steer clear of the firmer passive 'sport suspension' set-up found on pricier variants. Beyond the city limits, the light, accurate steering feels good and body roll's kept well in check, though you'll feel this e-hybrid version's extra 150kg of kerb weight through the turns. On the highway, refinement's excellent, but overtaking means working the engine quite hard.
Design and Build
This is the first time that Audi's latest design language has been translated into a smaller model and fans of the Ingolstadt brand will find much to like about it. Do you really need something as large as the company's Q5 when this Q3 translates much of that car's pavement presence into an almost equally striking package? As before, there's a choice of two body styles, the standard SUV or a sleeker Sportback version.
At the front, there's a fresh take on the company's usual Singleframe grille, flanked by hidden LED headlamps and slim upper daytime running light strips. The rear treatment is inspired by the A6 Avant, with slim angular upper light units above a full-width light bar and an illuminated central Audi logo. Only from the side might you guess that most of the core body is shared with the CUPRA Terramar (the SUV version's doors are the same). Wheel sizes vary between 18 and 20-inches.
The big changes though, are reserved for the cabin. There are new screens of course - an 11.9-inch display for the driver and a 12.8-inch touchscreen in the centre. But the real talking point is a deletion of the usual steering wheel column stalks. Instead, a static wraparound panel behind the wheel houses what Audi calls a 'steering wheel control unit'. On the left end of this, you'll find rocker panels for the indicators and a scroll wheel for the wipers. The right side of that panel is the gear selector, freeing up space on the centre console.
High-end materials are liberally used, with perforated ambient lighting in the doors; and the three-dimensional base for the centre screen can be specified in various different finishes. Rear seat passengers get a sliding bench with reclining backrests. And there's a 575-litre boot in conventionally-engined SUV models, growing to 1,386-litres with the rear seat folded.
Market and Model
As we've told you in our 'Design' section, there's a choice between SUV and Sportback body shapes. The Sportback carries a £1,500 premium over the SUV. For the UK, there are three trim lines - the usual 'Sport', 'S line' and 'Edition 1' options. Prices for the Q3 SUV started from launch at £38,370 - that's for the base 1.5-litre mild hybrid TFSI petrol model. You'll need from £40,000 to get yourself the 2.0 TDI diesel; and the 2.0 TFSI quattro petrol version costs from £42,000 in 204PS form - or from £48,900 in 265PS guise. Prices for the e-hybrid petrol PHEV start from around £45,800.
As standard, all models get the brand's latest panoramic curved interactive dashboard display with its 11.9-inch 'Audi virtual cockpit plus' screen and 12.8-inch 'MMI touch' monitor. Most variants also offer ambient multi-coloured interior lighting and three-zone deluxe climate control. As you'd expect, a wide range of different trimming and material choices are available depending on the model and spec you choose, including perforated ambient lighting in the door cards. And your Q3 can be had with customisable digital LED lighting that uses micro-LEDs for animated effects.
There's a high-end stereo system option made by Sonos, available as part of an optional 'Sound & Vision' pack (which also includes a Head-up display and more powerful USB charging ports). The alternative 'Sound & Vision Pack Pro' package adds to this with adaptive cruise assist, surround view cameras, progressive steering, red brake calipers, suspension with damper control and some extra safety kit - proactive occupant protection (front, side and rear); and 'emergency assist' (which brings the car to a controlled stop should you get taken ill at the wheel).
Cost of Ownership
The Q3 model line has always been pretty efficient and this third generation model doesn't deviate too far from that script. The volume 1.5-litre four cylinder TFSI mild hybrid petrol engine manages up to 46.3mpg on the combined cycle and 138g/km of CO2. The front driven 2.0-litre TDI diesel is rated at up to 52.3mpg on the combined cycle and 140g/km of CO2. For the 2.0 TFSI 204PS model, it 36.2mpg and 178g/km. For the 2.0 TFSI 265PS version, it's 33.2mpg and 194g/km.
As we told you in our 'Driving' section, the e-hybrid Plug-in variant has a range of up to 74.4 miles (over double what it was before) and can be charged via an AC wallbox in around 4 hours. Obviously, there are big savings on Benefit-in-Kind tax by going the e-hybrid route. But you'll need to work out whether these justify the substantially greater up-front purchase price. The e-Hybrid is rated at up to 166.2mpg on the combined cycle and up to 40g/km of CO2.
As for maintenance, well servicing your Q3 should be no more taxing than is the case with one of the company's larger cars. As usual with Audi models, there's a choice of either a 'Fixed' or a 'Flexible' servicing regime, the choice between the two depending on the extent of your likely annual mileage. There's the usual unremarkable three year 60,000 mile Audi warranty. You can expect residual values, as usual with a Q3, to be very strong.
Summary
Audi has reinvented the Q3 - but not beyond recognition. And everything that really needed to change has, so the previous conservative looks have been replaced by sharper-suited pavement presence. And the old model's forgettable cabin design has been replaced by a more avant-garde interior, with some genuinely interesting touches.
Not so much is different beneath the bonnet, but the changes to the PHEV drivetrain will now be enough to position that derivative as a better real-world alternative to a small EV crossover in the eyes of many customers. Those people may be prepared to ignore the fact that most of what you get here can be slightly more affordably had as a CUPRA Terramar. Audi ownership, after all, still offers those four rings of ownership confidence. Which you'll feel at the wheel of one of these.
Vehicle information and specification is supplied by an industry leading third party provider and is to be used for guidance only. We encourage you to check all equipment on the manufacturer's website before you place an order.
Standard Equipment
Technical Data
Options
Driver Convenience
- Adaptive cruise assist plus
- Adaptive cruise control with predictive control
- Audi connect emergency call and service
- Audi connect remote and controls
- Audi drive select (Balanced/individual, efficiency, comfort, dynamic and Offroad+)
- Audi side assist with exit warning and rear cross traffic assist
- Audi virtual cockpit plus - 11.9" display
- Bluetooth interface
- Camera based traffic sign recognition
- Driver attention and fatigue monitor with driver monitoring
- Front cross traffic assist
- Garage door opener
- Lane departure warning with emergency assist
- MMI 10.9" front passenger touch display
- Park assist pro with remote functionality
- Phonebox light with wireless charging
- Smartphone interface includes wireless Apple carplay/Android Auto
- Swerve assist and turn assist
- Traffic sign based speed limiter
- Trained parking
- Voice control system with natural language interaction
Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension
- Sound actuator for interior drive sound
- Start/stop system
Entertainment
- DAB digital radio module
Exterior Features
- Acoustic glass for front door windows
- Acoustic windscreen
- Aluminium roof rails
- Aluminium window trim
- Audi Q3 lettering on the B-pillars
- Auto dimming rear view mirror
- Body colour door mirrors
- Contrasting finish in volcano grey
- Digital matrix LED headlights
- Digital OLED rear lights
- Door sills with aluminium inserts at the front
- Full paint finish
- LED daytime running lights
- LED third brake light
- Loading sill protector in stainless steel
- Main beam assist
- Opening panoramic sunroof with integrated wind deflector
- Privacy glass - dark tinted rear window, rear door and side windows
- Projection light in the exterior mirrors - Projects a graphic element onto the ground
- Q3 badging on the rear
- Rain and light sensors
- Rear side wing doors
- Rear window, rear door windows and rear side windows in clear glass
- Rear wiper
- Sports bumpers
Interior Features
- 3 seat bench in 2nd row
- 3-zone deluxe automatic air conditioning
- 4 way lumbar support for the front seats - electric with horizontal and vertical adjustment in four directions
- Black carpet mats
- Black cloth headlining
- Front and rear floor mats
- Front and rear headrests
- Heated front seats
- Height and reach adjustable steering wheel
- Interior storage compartment
- Luggage compartment lid, electrically opening and closing
- Plastic loading edge protection
- Rear seat bench plus with split folded 40:20:40
- Single front passenger seat
- Stainless steel pedals
- Steering wheel operating unit, gloss black
- Storage compartment in front centre console
Packs
- Ambient lighting package pro - Q3
- Black styling pack with black door mirrors - Q3
- Comfort package - Q3 S line/Black Edition/Vorsprung
- Driver assist pack - Q3 Estate
- Technology package - Q3
Passive Safety
- 3x3 point rear seatbelts
- Convenience key with safelock
- Driver and front passenger airbag with passenger airbag deactivation
- Electromechanical parking brake
- Electronic stabilisation control including ABS, ASR and EDL
- First aid kit with warning triangle and high visibility vests
- Front and rear emergency brake assist
- Hill hold assist
- i - Size child seat mounting on the front passenger side and i - Size and top tether on the outer rear seats
- Power operated child locks
- Seatbelt monitoring
- Three point automatic belts with belt tensioner and height adjustment
- Tyre pressure loss indicator
Security
- Anti theft wheel bolts
- Remote central locking
- Thatcham approved category 1 anti theft alarm
Trim
- Anthracite american whitewood natural inlay
- Interior elements in dinamica microfibre
- Interior trims in aluminium look
Wheels
- Tool kit and Jack
Emissions - ICE
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HC+NOxNot Available
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Standard EmissionsEURO 6
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WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb201
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WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH203
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WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL201
Engine and Drive Train
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CamshaftDOHC
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Catalytic ConvertorYes
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CC1984
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Cylinder LayoutIN-LINE
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Engine LayoutFRONT TRANSVERSE
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Fuel DeliveryTURBO DIRECT INJECTION
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Gears7 SPEED
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TransmissionSEMI-AUTO
Fuel Consumption - ICE
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EC Directive 1999/100/EC AppliesNo
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WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb9
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WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEH9
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WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEL9
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WLTP - MPG - Comb31.4
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WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH31.4
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WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL31.4
General
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Alternative Fuel QualifyingNo
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Badge Engine CC2.0
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Badge Power265
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Based On IDNot Available
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Coin DescriptionTFSI 265 Quattro
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Coin SeriesVorsprung
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Generation Mark3
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Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 0735E
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Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years12
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Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years3
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NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %87
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NCAP Child Occupant Protection %86
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NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 095
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NCAP Pedestrian Protection %80
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NCAP Safety Assist %78
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Did at least one aspect of this vehicle's safety give cause for concern?No
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Special EditionNo
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Special OrderNo
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Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage60000
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Standard manufacturers warranty - Years3
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Vehicle Homologation ClassM1
Performance
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0 to 60 mph (secs)5.7
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Engine Power - BHP265
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Engine Power - KW195
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Engine Power - RPM5000
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Engine Torque - LBS.FT295
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Engine Torque - MKG40.8
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Engine Torque - NM400
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Engine Torque - RPM1650
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Top Speed149
Test Cycles
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Emissions Test CycleWLTP
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RDE Certification LevelRDE 2
Tyres
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Alloys?Yes
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Space Saver?No
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Tyre Size Front255/40 R20
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Tyre Size Rear255/40 R20
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Tyre Size SpareTYRE REPAIR KIT
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Wheel Style5 MULTI SPOKE S
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Wheel Type20" ALLOY
Vehicle Dimensions
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HeightNot Available
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Height (including roof rails)1588
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Length4531
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Wheelbase2681
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Width (including mirrors)2087
Weight and Capacities
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Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)60
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Gross Vehicle Weight2260
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Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)1386
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Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)488
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Max. Loading Weight585
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Max. Towing Weight - Braked2100
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Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked750
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Minimum Kerbweight1675
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No. of Seats5
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Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb11.8
Company car tax calculator
| Tax Year | BIK | BIK Value | Tax Payable at 20% | Tax Payable at 40% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026/27 | 37% | £1719.11 | £343.82 | £687.65 |
| 2027/28 | 37% | £1719.11 | £343.82 | £687.65 |
| 2028/29 | 38% | £1765.58 | £353.12 | £706.23 |
| 2029/30 | 39% | £1812.04 | £362.41 | £724.82 |
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