

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
4 Months Ago
The 2017 Audi Q3 is a small SUV. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $42,900 for the base variant and topping out at $57,500 for the Sport variant.
There are 2 variants of the Q3 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-2017.
The 2017 Q3 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Audi Q3 include 1.4 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (110kW/250Nm), 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (110kW/340Nm), 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (132kW/320Nm) and 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (135kW/380Nm). Available with 6-speed manual dual clutch sequential trans (dct) or 7-speed manual dual clutch sequential trans (dct) transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
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The Audi Q3 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Sport.


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2026
$58,700
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$59,700
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$62,200
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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,388 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,831 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,590 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,603 mm |
| Load Capacity | 525 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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The cheapest Audi Q3 is the base variant that starts from $42,900.
See all Audi Q3 PricingThe most expensive Audi Q3 is the Sport variant that starts from $57,500.
See all Audi Q3 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Audi Q3 is 2000 kg shared by all variants.
See all Audi Q3 towing capacityThe largest Audi Q3 is the base variant which measures 1831mm wide, 4388mm in length and sits 1590mm tall.
The most powerful Audi Q3 is the Sport variant which has 135kW of power and 380nm of torque.
The Audi Q3 is built in Spain and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Audi Q3 is the Sport variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2225 kg.
The Audi Q3 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Premium Unleaded.
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