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Used 2018 Audi Q3 Consumer Reviews

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4 out of 5 stars

A Converted Lexus User

Tom M., 11/09/2017
2018 Audi Q3 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
42 of 48 people found this review helpful

Have been a Lexus user for 20 years but the Q3 was the car that convinced me to change over. Great performance and safety. Fun car to drive. The one negative is there is no Homelink for garage door so have to use a clicker which is 30 year old technology. That was disappointing. Didn't find that out until after I bought the car. Audi needs to change that and be upfront it currently does not have it.

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2018 Q3: Sporty, Sleek, Classy Coupe

Arianna, 08/04/2018
2018 Audi Q3 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
24 of 27 people found this review helpful

I recently leased my 2018 Q3 about 2 months ago. I have the premium quattro 4dr in all-wheel-drive and I LOVE it! My 5 main pros are: elegant exterior and interior, amazing sunroof that I would expect on a much more expensive car, great lighting system, AMAZING safety features such as parking aids, sound alerts when you're nearing objects, great safety ratings for collision safety, and an overall very smooth ride. There are a few little things I have noticed but they don't really bother me which are: gas mileage could be a bit more efficient and sometimes the acceleration does feel a bit slow. Audi was having a leasing special on this model at the time and WITH tax my lease is about $360 monthly for a great car that does look and feel luxurious. I also want to say that I literally cannot tell the difference in size from the Q models from the outside. My Q3 looks the exact same to me as a Q5 that I'll see on the road. I'm not sure why I've seen so many people comment that this is a small car, it is most definitely spacious. Especially since you can put the back seats down. I personally would never own a BMW so in comparison I'd take the Q3 over any similar models in the same price range any day. It's a very sporty, cute little SUV that looks and feels really good (with a Sport mode that you can use if you want the car to feel especially sporty.)

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5 out of 5 stars

11 months in a fantastic little car, Audi 2017 Q3

Michael, 08/01/2017
2017 Audi Q3 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
29 of 33 people found this review helpful

Yes, this car could have used 50 more horsepower in the 2.0T model, however the highway mileage is a sensational 33mpg at 65mph (with 89 octane fuel) It has a nice tight suspension with a super quiet ride. I was looking for a car for 2 years prior to buying this Q3 and am very pleased. It has taken me from Key West to the mountains of Northern Maine in a confident, safe and secure way. The down sides: Be aware that the display is in desperate need of upgrading, the Pirelli brand of tire needs to be changed to Michelin.

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5 out of 5 stars

The perfect "wife car"!

Alex B, 10/12/2017
2017 Audi Q3 Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful

I got this car for my wife, it's her 2nd Q3. Previously she had the premium plus fwd. Honestly if you compare it to the average small SUV out there, this thing is absolutely fantastic. She loves how it looks, it drives better than competitors due to the Audi Quattro. There is nothing like a Quattro Audi, I drive one myself as well and even if you don't get snow it's really nice the way it handles the road. The main thing about the Q3? It listens to the driver. Go try the x3 or the x1 or the lexus rx: they're great cars but they have a mind of their own. The other thing is that we got an amazing deal thanks to Edmunds forums. I found out the residuals and the money rate, I followed advice on how to shop and I got a really great deal. It's a premium plus with the sport plus trim, which makes it look even nicer than stock. Anyways, we love our Audis and as long as I can afford to drive them I will. When I can't I'll switch to VW.

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Audi does not stand behind defects! Disappointing.

Peter, 01/22/2021
2018 Audi Q3 Premium Plus 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful

We have a 2018 Q3. The side panels that hold the hatchback cover panel have cracked where they hold it in place. Many users have complained around the world about the same problem. Audi will not fix it under the "bumper to bumper" warranty. They say I must have somehow caused the panels to crack. I have not. Just normal daily use. Extremely disappointed with Audi's response. It is a known problem. $1900 plus tax to replace the panels. Even though I am within the warranty period. Audi says dealer must decide. Dealer says it was Audi's decision. I am left holding the bag. I cannot recommend Audi products any longer. Beware of cracking back side panels that hold the hatch cover. You will have to pay to replace them, even under warranty.

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