2022 Audi Q3
Price Range: $16,585 - $27,998
Audi Q3 Reviews
Owner Reviews
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Most Helpful Owner Reviews
Fantastic vehicle
Karen Keane, 04/13/2021
2021 Audi Q3 Premium Plus S line 4dr SUV AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
This is my second Audi Q3, the first being a 2015. I've had many different luxury vehicles, but this car I'm keeping forever. Love the look, comfort, but most importantly the smooth ride, visibility and safe feeling I get whenever I'm driving it. The trunk holds a lot for a small SUV, the car fits in any parking space imaginable and the highway pick up while entering an 'on' ramp with … trucks coming is second to none.
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GG, 01/20/2021
2021 Audi Q3 Premium Plus S line 4dr SUV AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
Overall I love this car. My favorite features in my 2021 Premium Plus include, 360 degree camera, Upgraded sport seats, kick to open trunk, wireless phone charger, wireless Apple Car Play, integrated infotainment screen, and keyless entry and locking. I test drove the Q3, Q5, X1, X3, C300, Macan, and the Evoque. The Audi Q3 was my favorite and having the lower base price, I was able to … add many upgrades that I would not have been able to afford on the other brands. Some of my upgrades included the Black Optic package which allows you to get the Sport seats! They are beautiful and look amazing! I also included the Navigation/Technology package, Audi beam rings, 20" rims, and several others. I love being able to drive a fully loaded car instead of a base model Evoque or Macan. If you have the extra room in your budget to deck out those cars then go ahead they are beautiful! But i was very unimpressed with the base trims on both of those cars. My only complaint so far has been the poor charging quality of the wireless charger. It makes my iphone very warm, almost hot to the touch, and charges very slowly.. On a 20 minute drive I can get about 4% of charge on my iPhone 12 mini. I brought the car in to Audi to be inspected and they gave me a BS answer and told me it was working the way it should. Despite this, I would 100% recommend this car and I believe it really is the best bang for your buck.
Fuel economy
Bob C, 05/11/2021
2021 Audi Q3 Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD w/40 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
Most reviewers say the Audi Q3 has worse gas mileage than the other luxury subcompact, but they don't tell you that the Audi Q3 uses REGULAR gas, while all the others require premium. This should be factored into the gas mileage ratings.
Definite bang for the buck – with some caveats
JMK in TX, 04/07/2021
2021 Audi Q3 Premium Plus S line 4dr SUV AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
We were specifically looking for a small SUV that looks good, is a reasonably recent design, and has ample features at a reasonable price. The "looking good" part disqualified both of the Benzes Edmunds has ranked higher among subcompact SUVs, and "recent design" disqualified the increasingly ancient Lexus NX. After comparing it to the X1 & RDX, we decided the Q3 was easily the best … all-around package. My biggest complaint is how scarce they are! (or at least the S-line Premium Plus 45) We live in Austin and I checked inventory levels at literally every Audi dealer in Texas; only one of them had more than 7 in stock!
I'll mention right off the bat that Edmunds' review omits a rather pertinent detail: many of the Q3s sitting on dealer lots are Q3 40s, not Q3 45s, and for good reason. I didn't even notice it myself until after we test-drove one, but the 40s (in both Premium & Premium Plus guise) have a significantly less powerful engine: a mere 184 hp and a frankly slow-as-molasses 0-60 time of 8.6 seconds. The 45s cost $2K more either way, and I *strongly* recommend them! (Btw here's the easy way to instantly tell which is which: all of the S-line models have the larger engine.)
I still have my 2016 S3, and the differences in technology between the two are amazing. The Q3 has a touchscreen interface for the latest version of its MMI system, and for the most part it's quite intuitive to use – along with having almost iPhone-level screen quality. (My S3, meanwhile, has a pop-up non-touchscreen with graphics in all of 16 colors.) I was extremely impressed with its adaptive cruise system along with its lane-keeping assistance; while it's not quite at autonomous-vehicle level, using both is extremely handy on long, monotonous drives.
Still, as some others have pointed out, its lack of certain features is curious, to say the least. Apple CarPlay only works wirelessly if you opt for the Technology Package. It has no memory settings for the seats (even the 2010 RDX we traded in had that!); no steering-wheel warmer; and heated, but not cooled, seats – and in Texas we need the latter far more than the former. While its Active Cockpit feature gives you a 3-D view of the road ahead via built-in Google Maps, you can use your phone's native navigation on the center screen, so we definitely wanted to skip that part.
Just IMO both of the smaller wheel packages look dinky, so we opted for the 20-inch rims, as well as the parking assistance package. We *really* wanted the Black Optic package as well – I have it on my S3 – but there were none, period, *anywhere* in the state except in the brashest exterior colors (orange & blue), and we already knew we wanted a gray one.
On whole, however, it's a thoroughly modern car that's surprisingly fun to drive – much more so than the first-gen Q3 we looked at a few years back. I only wish they'd introduce an SQ3 model in the US! (We get the SQ5 & SQ7, but for some reason Audi only sells the SQ3 outside the US.)
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2022 Audi Q3, so we've included reviews for other years of the Q3 since its last redesign.
2022 Audi Q3 video
Top Subcompact SUVs for 2021-2022 | Extra-Small & Easy to Drive – What's Not to Like?
NOTE: This video is about the 2021 Audi Q3, but since the 2022 Audi Q3 is part of the same generation, our earlier analysis still applies.
Subcompact SUVs have been gaining in popularity over the last few years. For people who don't need or want the space of a midsize SUV or for those who just want to save a few bucks, a subcompact SUV is a smart and economical choice. These extra-small SUVs maintain that elevated ride height and utility of their larger counterparts, but their smaller size means easier… parking and better gas mileage. What's not to like? In this video, Mark Takahashi runs down our choices for the best subcompact SUVs for 2021-2022. From the Subaru Crosstrek, the new Chevy Trailblazer and Hyundai Kona to the more luxurious BMW X1, Audi Q3 and Volvo XC40, Mark gives a breakdown of each pint-sized SUV. What do we like and dislike about each? What should you know about them? How do they rank in each category? Mark explains all. So whether you're a first-time driver, you have a small family or you're just looking for something fun to drive, we've got you covered in this video of the 2021 Top Subcompact SUVs.
Safety
Our experts like the Q3 models:
- Audi Pre Sense Front
- Warns if a front collision is imminent and automatically applies the brakes if you don't respond in time.
- Audi Side Assist
- Notifies you if a vehicle is lurking in your blind spot. Also includes rear cross-traffic alert.
- Top View Camera System
- Provides a top-down 360-degree view of the Q3 that makes parking maneuvers easier. Included with the Premium Plus trim level.
FAQ
Is the Audi Q3 a good car?
The Edmunds experts tested the 2022 Q3 both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.8 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2022 Q3 gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 32 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Q3 has 23.7 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Audi Q3. Learn more
What's new in the 2022 Audi Q3?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2022 Audi Q3:
- New infotainment system
- Additional safety features become standard
- Part of the second Q3 generation introduced for 2019
Is the Audi Q3 reliable?
To determine whether the Audi Q3 is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Q3. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Q3's 4-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2022 Audi Q3 a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2022 Audi Q3 is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2022 Q3 and gave it a 7.8 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2022 Q3 gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 32 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2022 Q3 is a good car for you. Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2022 Audi Q3?
The least-expensive 2022 Audi Q3 is the 2022 Audi Q3 Premium 4dr SUV AWD w/40 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $36,400.
Other versions include:
- Premium 4dr SUV AWD w/40 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $36,400
- Premium S line 4dr SUV AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $38,700
- Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD w/40 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $39,700
- Premium Plus S line 4dr SUV AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $42,000
What are the different models of Audi Q3?
If you're interested in the Audi Q3, the next question is, which Q3 model is right for you? Q3 variants include Premium 4dr SUV AWD w/40 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A), Premium S line 4dr SUV AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A), Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD w/40 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A), and Premium Plus S line 4dr SUV AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A). For a full list of Q3 models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Florida
$181/mo for Q3 Premium
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$215/mo
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