Audi Q3 was introduced in 2012. The 1st Generation Audi Q3 is a front engine front/four wheel drive compact SUV. Audi Q3 was launched to slot in below the more premium Audi Q7 and Audi Q5. In Pakistan, Audi Q3 2024 is available in only one model 1.4 TFSI S Tronic but 2.0 TFSI, 2.5 TFSI, RS Q3 and 2.0 TDI are also being imported. The Audi Q3 2024 is available in 2 variants Premium and Premium Plus. The price of the Audi Q3 2024 in Pakistan is 1.81 crore which is not competitive when compared to other models in the same class.
Exterior
Audi Q3 2024 features familiar Audi SUV design language. The front end houses narrow sharp trapezium styled side swept headlights with integrated daytime running LED lights, dual large slim narrow air intakes, and a large hexagon grille accented by a chrome trim piece and embossed with the Audi logo in the center. The rear end houses a roof spoiler, dual exhaust outlets, sharp narrow side swept taillights and a standard case tailgate. The RS Q3 model of the Audi Q3 2024 features a more aggressive and sporty design language. The front end houses a larger front bumper with a trapezium air intake embossed with the Quattro logo which is flanked by larger dual trapezium styled air intakes with feature illusion accents. The rear end houses dual sport exhaust outlets and a rear diffuser. All other variants of the Audi Q3 feature identical styling in every aspect. The overall exterior of the Audi Q3 2024 features fairly distinctive but familiar Audi design language that can stand out amongst its rivals. Options include a choice of 2 different rims.
Interior
The interior of the 1st Generation Audi Q3 features a familiar Audi design language. It compromises of aluminum paneling. The front and rear seats are covered in a choice of black, chestnut brown and rock gray leather upholstery. Standard features include Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirror, Electric seat adjustment for both front seats, Leather/Leatherette seats, Leather covered multifunction sports steering wheel, Walnut balsamic brown inlays, LED interior lighting package, Deluxe automatic air conditioning with sun sensor, Storage package and luggage compartment package, Reversible luggage compartment floor and Interior mirror with anti-glare function. The overall interior of the 1st Generation Audi Q3 features a decent amount of interior space in the front but a lack of interior space in the rear for a subcompact SUV of its exterior dimensions, it also offers a great level of comfort and interior refinement.
Engine
Engine
(1.4 TFSI) 1.4 Liter Inline-4
(2.0 TFSI) 2.0 Liter Turbocharged Inline-4
(2.5 TFSI) 2.5 Liter Turbocharged Inline-5
(RS Q3) 2.5 Liter Turbocharged Inline-5
(2.0 TDI) 2.0 Liter Turbocharged Inline-4 Diesel
Gearbox
6-Speed Manual
7-Speed Automatic
Mileage
Audi Q3 2024 can achieve an average of up between 8KM/L to 14KM/L making for an estimated driving range of up to 504KM to 882KM from the mid-size SUVs 63 fuel tank.
Competitor
The main competitors of the 1st Generation Audi Q3 are BMW X1, Mercedes GLA, Lexus RX and Jaguar F-Pace.
Specifications
(1.4 TFSI) 1.4 Liter Inline-4 150bhp@6000RPM
(2.0 TFSI) 2.0 Liter Turbocharged Inline-4 208bhp@4300-6200RPM
(2.5 TFSI) 2.5 Liter Turbocharged Inline-5 280bhp@5400-6200RPM
(RS Q3) 2.5 Liter Turbocharged Inline-5 310bhp@5200-6700RPM
(2.0 TDI) 2.0 Liter Turbocharged Inline-4 Diesel 175bhp@4200RP
Pros & Cons
Pros
Comfortable interior
great ride quality
decent off-road abilities
Decent Performance
great range of engines
fairly economical
Safe
Practical