

Matt Robinson
2026 Audi Q3 review: Quick drive
Pros
- Good array of drivetrains
- Long EV driving range in the PHEV
- Typically excellent build quality
Cons
- Ho-hum styling
- Underwhelming dynamics, busy ride
- Some interior ergonomic blunders
2 Months Ago
The new Audi Q3 is a Suv Small Luxury offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $58,700 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $72,000 for the S Line.
There are 3 variants of the Q3 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in August of 2025.
Engine options include 2.0L turbo (132kW/320Nm) and 1.4L turbo (110kW/250Nm). Available with 7-speed automatic or 6-speed automatic transmissions. Both four-wheel drive and front-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2026 Q3 is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
Transmission
6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Front
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Front-wheel Drive
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Retail Price
Transmission
6 or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Front
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Front-wheel Drive
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The Audi Q3 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being S Line.


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2 Months Ago
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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,484 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,856 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,616 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm |
| Load Capacity | 510 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Audi Q3 Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.




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Audi Q3
The cheapest Audi Q3 is the Base that starts from $58,700.
See all Audi Q3 PricingThe most expensive Audi Q3 is the S Line that starts from $72,000.
See all Audi Q3 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Audi Q3 is 1000 kg offered by the following variants: Base, S Line Edition and S Line.
See all Audi Q3 towing capacityThe largest Audi Q3 is the Base which measures 1856mm wide, 4484mm in length and sits 1616mm tall.
The most powerful Audi Q3 is the S Line which has 132kW of power from its 2.0L Turbo engine.
The Audi Q3 is built in Hungary and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Audi Q3 is the S Line which weighs 2200 kg (kerb weight).
The Audi Q3 uses Premium Unleaded.
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