Overview
The least costly SUV within the Audi lineup, the 2024 Q3 affords a petite tackle the trademark design ethos that populates the whole Audi lineup. Certainly, its exterior form seems each bit like a seven-tenths model of its Q5 sibling, and that attribute extends to the inside, construct high quality, and driving character. All-wheel drive is commonplace as is adaptive cruise help; it enhances the digital gauge show, touchscreen infotainment, and a number of driver assists to maintain the Q3’s tech-quotient class-competitive. Motivation comes from VW/Audi’s ubiquitous turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, which is tuned for 184 horsepower within the Q3 40 and 228 within the Q3 45. Although the Q3 shouldn’t be essentially the most highly effective or agile SUV in its class (the bonkers and restricted manufacturing RS Q3 isn’t bought within the U.S.), it’s not precisely a downer both. Driver inputs are obeyed directly, and each engines are responsive, although the 45 ups the tempo significantly. Whereas the Q3’s cabin isn’t as spacious or as sensible because the BMW X1’s and the Mercedes-Benz GLA-class seems extra svelte, the Q3 delivers Audi’s trademark mix of dealing with, experience consolation and refined familial type.
What’s New for 2024?
The large information for 2024 is the inclusion of Adaptive Cruise Help—adaptive cruise management—as commonplace gear. Consumers who choose the Comfort bundle will discover Homelink performance (a storage door opener that may activate lights) is now built-in into the rear-view mirror, and that wi-fi cellphone charging can also be accessible. Within the exterior end division, Arkona White replaces Ibis White, Progressive Pink metallic replaces Tango Pink metallic and Turbo Blue is faraway from the pallet.
Pricing and Which One to Purchase
That is a straightforward one. With a gas economic system penalty of simply 1 mpg for the extra highly effective engine, and some extra options like an overhead view digicam and hands-free tailgate the Premium Plus 45 is our beneficial decide. We’d additionally choose the Black Optic bundle, which brings sport entrance seats with “S” embossing and distinction stitching, 19-inch wheels with a matte titanium end, black roof rails, and high-gloss black exterior parts.
Engine, Transmission, and Efficiency
The 2024 Q3 comes with one turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder tuned in two strengths: it makes 181 horsepower and 221 foot-pounds of torque within the Q3 40 and 228 horsepower and 258 pound-feet within the Q3 45. An eight-speed computerized shuttles output to all 4 wheels through the usual quattro all-wheel drive system. Neither model of the Q3 is class-leading fast; the very best zero-sixty we may extract was 7.3 seconds after we examined the Q3 45 just a few years again. Nonetheless, the transmission shifts easily and gives a Sport mode in addition to the choice for guide operation. Steering, though direct, is mild on really feel. The suspension is tuned for consolation somewhat than efficiency, however a hardcore suspension could be totally misplaced right here. Because it sits, the chassis and engine are well-mated for a nice and typically frisky driving expertise.
Gasoline Economic system and Actual-World MPG
The 2024 Audi Q3 40 wears EPA fuel-economy estimates of twenty-two mpg metropolis and 29 mpg freeway. That’s proper in league with the section, falling behind the Volvo XC40 by only one mpg in every metric. The Q3 45 with the warmer tune is rated for 21 mpg metropolis and 28 mpg freeway, however we beat that estimate in C/D’s 75-mph freeway fuel-economy route with a lovely 31 mpg consequence. For extra details about the Q3’s gas economic system, go to the EPA’s web site.
Inside, Consolation, and Cargo
The present, second-gen Q3 debuted for the 2019 mannequin 12 months and, with it, erased almost all our complaints concerning the earlier mannequin. Bigger, constructed of higher supplies, and with up to date tech and extra intuitive controls, it has a vastly improved driving place and better front-seat consolation—thanks partly to eight-way energy changes and lumbar assist for the motive force. Mixed with the usual panoramic sunroof, leather-based upholstery and heated entrance seats, the Q3 lastly feels worthy of the four-ring emblem. Consumers nonetheless craving extra pampering can order ambient inside lighting, a totally digital gauge cluster, and contrasting microsuede on the dashboard and doorways for an upcharge. Irrespective of how luxe you go, the again seat passengers will really feel squeezed on longer journeys as a consequence of restricted rear legroom. Nonetheless, we managed to suit six carry-on suitcases within the cargo space and one other 12 luggage with the rear seats folded. These are each lower than we match within the X1 however on par with the Jaguar E-Tempo.
Infotainment and Connectivity
Audi equips most Q3 fashions with an 8.8-inch touchscreen MMI infotainment system that options Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A bigger 10.1-inch touchscreen can also be accessible with the identical content material. We discovered the interface to be engaging and principally straightforward to function as a consequence of its giant icons and haptic suggestions. Nevertheless, its low place on the dashboard will be distracting. High choices embody SiriusXM satellite tv for pc radio, wi-fi charging, and a 15-speaker, 680-watt Sonos stereo system.
Security and Driver-Help Options
Driver-assistance expertise is featured closely on the brand new Q3, with fundamentals together with automated emergency braking, ahead collision warning, lane departure warning, and computerized high-beams included on all fashions. Blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, rear emergency braking, entrance and rear parking sensors, and park help are all accessible. For extra details about the Q3’s crash-test outcomes, go to the Nationwide Freeway Visitors Security Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance coverage Institute for Freeway Security (IIHS) web sites. Key security options embody:
- Customary automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection
- Customary lane-departure warning
- Customary adaptive cruise management
Guarantee and Upkeep Protection
Audi’s commonplace guarantee bundle is nothing particular and each its restricted and powertrain warranties match these provided by BMW and Mercedes-Benz. Rivals such because the Cadillac CT4 supply extra worth right here with longer powertrain protection; the BMW 2-series affords three years or 36,000 miles of complimentary scheduled upkeep.
- Restricted guarantee covers 4 years or 50,000 miles
- Powertrain guarantee covers 4 years or 50,000 miles
- No complimentary scheduled upkeep
Specs
Specs
2019 Audi Q3
VEHICLE TYPE
front-engine, all-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door hatchback
PRICE AS TESTED
$44,990 (base value: $35,695)
ENGINE TYPE
turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 16-valve inline-4, iron block and aluminum head, direct gas injection
Displacement
121 cu in, 1984 cc
Energy
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque
258 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm
TRANSMISSION
8-speed computerized with guide shifting mode
CHASSIS
Suspension (F/R): multilink/multilink
Brakes (F/R): 13.4-in vented disc/12.2-in vented disc
Tires: Bridgestone Potenza S005, 255/40R-20 101Y AO
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase: 105.5 in
Size: 176.6 in
Width: 72.8 in
Peak: 64.1 in
Passenger quantity: 94 cu ft
Cargo quantity: 24 cu ft
Curb weight: 3915 lb
C/D
TEST RESULTS
Zero to 60 mph: 7.4 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 19.3 sec
Zero to 120 mph: 34.0 sec
Rolling begin, 5–60 mph: 8.3 sec
High gear, 30–50 mph: 3.8 sec
High gear, 50–70 mph: 5.3 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 15.7 sec @ 91 mph
High velocity (governor restricted, mfr’s declare): 130 mph
Braking, 70–0 mph: 160 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad: 0.91 g
C/D
FUEL ECONOMY
Noticed: 21 mpg
EPA FUEL ECONOMY
Mixed/metropolis/freeway: 22/19/27 mpg
