Audi Q3 at the Shanghai Auto Show: this is the new compact SUV


The new Audi Q3 is launching in June starting at 29,900 euro in trade. Of choice are two TFSI engines and a TDI engine.

Later Q3 then follows with the Audi 2.0 TDI of the base diesel with 140 HP and front-wheel drive. He should settle for an average of approximately 5.2 liters per 100 km. To the market launch in June, but two gasoline engines and a diesel engine with four cylinders, two liter direct injection to the election are for the Audi Q3.
The base gasoline engines with turbocharging produces Q3 in the Audi 2.0 TFSI 170 HP and transmits its power through a hydraulic disk clutch on all four wheels. It ranks the 211 PS strong top-version, that standard also has all-wheel drive and to speed up the Q3 in 6.9 seconds to 100. According to Audi, the top speed is 230 km/h.
If you would like to wait not on the base diesel can access already 2.0 TDI strong Audi Q3 from June to the 177 HP. He has as standard all-wheel drive and on the seven-speed dual clutch transmission S-tronic. The latter changes the course in the 211 PS strong 2.0 TFSI as standard.
In connection with the optional driving dynamics system Audi drive select the so-called efficiency mode to choose is in addition to the comfort driving programs, auto and dynamic: the S-tronic opens the clutch, allowing the Audi can freely roll Q3 in shear mode. Thus, the consumption of the compact SUV to fall. Also the air conditioning and the cruise control to do their part in efficiency mode by a power-optimized control to the gentle handling of the fossil fuels. In addition to the individual adjustment of engine management, the driver with the help of the four driving programs between various suspension votes may choose, provided are also subject to additional adaptive damper on board.
In contrast to the one strongest Benziner-and diesel version TFSI Quattro and the 2.0 TDI 140 HP on a six-speed manual transmission the 170 HP strong 2.0 are coupled. A system for recuperation and a start stop system is common to all models. As already in other group models Q3 is also in the Audi an electronic cross lock used, which should optimize traction through targeted brake intervention at individual wheels. A start-up wizard is available at an additional cost to the launch.
Later, also a mountain runs Assistant can be ordered for the ride in the area. Excursions of off paved roads shall be by the Audi Q3 no problem thanks to a ground clearance of 17 cm. For off-road fans provide the Ingolstadter on request the kit offroad Audi exclusive, sporty oriented driver can access to the S-line Exterieurpaket.
As standard the Audi rolls Q3 on 16-inch wheels with roll resistance optimized tires 215 / 65. The wheel arches of more gasoline and diesel models are 17-incher.
Technically, the Audi Q3 scores also with numerous additional requiring assistance systems such as track holding and blind spot detector, speed limit display, as well as various Einpark Wizard. In addition, the MMI has been refined controls including the multimedia program. An internet-based Navigator with Google Earth data points the way, which can sometimes be off paved roads.
In comparison with the Group brother VW Tiguan the Audi shorter precipitates Q3 with 4.39 metres by four inches, but about 2,000 euros more expensive. Up to the larger brother Audi Q5 is the distance however. This comes more length and an about 7,000 euros higher base price on good 20 cm.
The Audi Q3 is positioned clear against the BMW X 1 and the next Mercedes BLK. Thus, also the Audi Q3 will be with a strike price to the 29.500 euro. It is clear even for a long time that the Audi will be made at the Martorell plant Q3 in Spain. The small SUV to be twisted in the factory of VW Group sister seat.