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Ingolstadt automaker Audi will release it on the Western market in the summer of 2018 new crossover Audi Q3. The car will become faster, safer and more maneuverable, and will receive a more aggressive appearance, and in spacious salon Can comfortably accommodate up to 5 adults, including the driver.

The first Audi Q 3 crossovers rolled off the assembly line in June 2013. The cars were assembled at new platform, which is a hybrid of the golf version of the PQ35 and its extended counterpart PQ46, which served, in particular, as the basis for Volkswagen products (Passat model) and Skoda (Superb). The result of the work of Audi designers was a model with a transmission distribution close to ideal: 58% on the front axle to 42% on the rear.

IN total Audi crossovers Q3 was equipped with 15 types running on gasoline and diesel fuel engines. From June 2013 to November 2014 these were:

• Petrol four-cylinder with 16 valves. Unit volume - 2.0 liters, power - 170 horsepower, torque - 280 Nm. The highest speed is 212 km/h; the time required to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h is an average of 8.0 seconds.
• Petrol four-cylinder with 16 valves. 2.0 liters, 211 horsepower, 300 Nm. 230 km/h and 6.9 seconds respectively.
• Petrol four-cylinder with 16 valves (since 2013). 1.4 liters, 150 horsepower, 250 Nm. 201 km/h and 9.1 seconds respectively.
• Petrol five-cylinder with 20 valves (since 2013). 2.5 liters, 310 horsepower, 420 Nm. 250 km/h and 5.5 seconds respectively.
• Diesel four-cylinder with 16 valves. 2.0 liters, 140 horsepower, 320 Nm. 200 km/h and 9.9 seconds respectively.
• Diesel four-cylinder with 16 valves. 2.0 liters, 177 horsepower, 380 Nm. 215 km/h and 8.2 seconds respectively.

Since November 2014, Audi Q 3 crossovers have been equipped with:

• Petrol four-cylinder engine with 16 valves. Unit volume - 1.4 liters, power - 150 horsepower, torque - 250 Nm. The highest speed is 204 km/h; the time required to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h is 9.2 seconds.
• Petrol four-cylinder with 16 valves. 2.0 liters, 180 horsepower, 320 Nm. 217 km/h and 7.9 seconds respectively.
• Petrol four-cylinder with 16 valves. 2.0 liters, 200 horsepower, 280 Nm. 209 km/h and 8.2 seconds respectively.
• Petrol four-cylinder with 16 valves. 2.0 liters, 220 horsepower, 350 Nm. 233 km/h and 6.4 seconds respectively.
• Diesel four-cylinder with 16 valves. 2.0 liters, 150 horsepower, 340 Nm. 204 km/h and 9.6 seconds respectively.
• Diesel four-cylinder with 16 valves. 2.0 liters, 150 horsepower, 340 Nm. 204 km/h and 9.4 seconds respectively.
• Diesel four-cylinder with 16 valves. 2.0 liters, 184 horsepower, 380 Nm. 219 km/h and 8.0 seconds respectively.

• Petrol five-cylinder with 20 valves. The volume of the unit is 2.5 liters, power is 340 horsepower, torque is 450 Nm. The highest developed speed is 250 km/h; the time required to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h is 4.8 seconds.
• Diesel four-cylinder with 16 valves. 2.0 liters, 120 horsepower, 290 Nm. 190 km/h and 10.9 seconds respectively.

Depending on the unit chosen by the buyer, the following were installed on the crossovers:

• 6-speed manual transmission gears (the only option for diesel engines);
• 6-speed automatic Tiptronic;
• 6-speed automatic S-Tronic;
• 7-speed automatic S-Tronic.

As the manufacturer reports on its official website, the new 2018 Audi Q3 (photo below) will not use new generation engines - the same time-tested 2-liter units, and at first exclusively diesel ones.

The new crossover (photo below) will be available to customers, including Russian Federation, in nine body shades:

• coal black (Mythos Black metallic);
• black (Brilliant Black);
• pearl gray (Daytona Gray pearl);
• pearl silver (Cuvee Silver metallic);
• silver (Florett Silver metallic);
• snow-white (Glacier White metallic);
• pastel white (Cortina White);
• dark blue (Utopia Blue metallic);
• pearl red (Misano Red pearl).

The seat trim material of the new Audi Q 3 2018 (photo below) is genuine leather in one of the following colors:

• gray (Rock Gray);
• black (Black);
• brown (Chestnut Brown).

The panels of a new car, depending on the configuration, can be:

• smooth metal (Micrometallic);
• corrugated aluminum (Aluminum Satellite);
• wooden (Balsamic Brown Walnut Wood).

In addition, Audi offers potential buyers many additional features and accessories of the new Ku 3 (photo below). This is especially nice considering that there are only two main configurations - Premium and Premium Plus.

Photos of the 2018 Audi Q3 exterior

Appearance new Audi The 2018 Q3 (photo below) has changed significantly (to the delight of fans of the German brand): the last major restyling was carried out back in 2014. The designers managed to preserve the recognizable features of the crossover body, devoid of unnecessary intricate curves.

The front of the crossover is decorated with a wide hexagonal radiator grille with wide cells. On the upper half of the grille there is a chrome Audi emblem, and below there is a plate for placing a number. The grille is connected by steel bridges to narrow multi-component headlights. The bumper of the car almost does not protrude beyond the boundaries of the “nose”. The front view of the new crossover is complemented by square air intakes, outer edge protected by body projections.

The line of three (on each side) side windows of the 2018 Audi Qu 3 (photo below) smoothly tapers towards the “tail” of the car. The crossover's solid appearance is given by high round wheel arches with dark inserts that visually add additional depth to them, medium-sized tires and wide side doors with horizontally located handles. The doors for the driver and passengers are decorated with deep stamped recesses running from the front wheel arch to the rear.

Unusualities rear view The new car is defined by almost triangular red headlights that converge towards the center. Wide door luggage compartment, rising upward, is equipped with a small protruding spoiler and a windshield wiper. Like the radiator grille, the door features a chrome Audi emblem, as well as the model name - Q3. Rear bumper, also not too protruding, equipped with wide narrow side lights. On the left side of the driver are dual exhaust pipes.

According to the manufacturer, on the roof of crossovers of any configuration (photo below) there will be reliable high roof rails that guarantee excellent fixation of heavy and/or large objects, and a sliding sunroof with electric drive and protection from direct sunlight.

The buyer can choose from three options rims:

• Eighteen-inch cast spokes with five split slots.
• Nineteen-inch alloy with ten double spokes.
• Nineteen-inch alloy with ten split spokes, coated with titanium.

IN basic equipment includes the first option with all-season tires size 235/50.

Photo of the car interior

The inside view of the new 2018 Audi Q3 (photo below) is a separate work of art. Thanks to the efforts of Audi designers and constructors, the crossover interior is spacious enough for five adults. And the most comfortable anatomically shaped seats with adjustable headrests and massive lateral support are responsible for the health of passengers. Front and rear seats equipped with ventilation and heating. The position of the driver and front passenger seats is adjusted by eight-position electric drives and separate four-position drives for the lumbar region.

The dashboard of the car (photo below) is equipped with two analog dials for the tachometer and speedometer and a small rectangular screen on which the on-board computer displays additional information about the status of the crossover.

A 7-inch multimedia touch screen is installed in the upper recess of the center panel, giving the driver access to settings on-board computer, navigation systems, and also allows you to play audio files, receive radio signals, voice calls and text messages. Under the touchpad there are two separate deflectors, buttons and washers for dual-zone climate control and a multimedia complex.

On the central tunnel (photo below) there is a convenient short gear shift lever with a ball-shaped tip, two consecutive cup holders and a long additional armrest.

Thanks to the standard sliding sunroof (photo below), passengers can admire the clouds or the night sky. During stops, the hatch provides access to fresh air into the cabin.

The rear seats of the new Audi Q 3 can be folded in a ratio of 60/40 to increase the volume of the luggage compartment (one seat remains passenger seat). The pass-through system allows you to place long items (for example, skis) in the cabin without folding the seats at all.

Crossover dimensions

• body length - 4.39 m;
• car wheelbase length - 2.61 m;
• crossover height - 1.58 m ( front wheel drive) / 1.59 m (all-wheel drive);
• the overall width of the new Audi Q 3 is 2.01 m;
• body width without side mirrors - 1.83 m;
• track - 1.55 m (front) / 1.55 m (rear);
• ground clearance- 18.5 cm;
• total vehicle weight - 1.58 tons (front-wheel drive) / 1.637 tons.

The minimum volume of the luggage compartment (photo below) is 475 liters. When the rear bench is folded 60%, this value increases to 1,430 liters. Objects that do not fit in the trunk can be placed on the roof of the crossover.

Technical characteristics of Audi Q 3

New crossovers from Audi will be equipped, depending on the configuration, with two types of engines:

• four-cylinder petrol with 16 valves: unit volume - 2.0 liters; power - 200 horsepower; acceleration time to 100 km/h - 8.2 seconds; highest speed - 210 km/h;
• turbocharged four-cylinder petrol with 16 valves: unit volume - 2.0 liters; power - 200 horsepower; acceleration time to 100 km/h - 7.8 seconds; the highest developed speed is 210 km/h.

2018 Audi Q3 cars of any configuration will have all-wheel drive and a six-speed transmission. automatic transmission transmission The front suspension of the crossover is MacPherson strut, the rear is a continuous beam. Front and rear brakes Audi Q 3 2018 release - disc; The front ones are also ventilated.

Other equipment of the new crossover:

• six airbags: two front - in the steering wheel and opposite the front passenger; the rest are built into the seats and completely cover the interior of the crossover in the event of an accident;
• a vehicle stabilization system that switches anti-lock brake systems, monitoring road markings and maintaining a given course;
• cruise control with pre-collision braking function;
• all-round viewing system;
• sensors for parking, precipitation, light and crossover tire pressure.

The body of the 2018 Audi Q3 is made of high-strength galvanized steel with an aluminum roof and tail.

Start of sales in Russia and worldwide

It is not yet known when the manufacturer plans to release the new Audi Q 3 to the Western market. Most likely this will happen in June or July 2018. In Russia, you will be able to buy new cars a little later - in the fall or winter of the same year.

Options and prices for the 2018 Audi Q3

Initially, Audi plans to produce cars in two trim levels:

• Premium;
• Premium Plus.

The estimated price of the crossover of the first modification is $32,900 (about 1.97 million rubles), the second is $35,800 (about 2.14 million rubles). The configurations will differ according to the type of engine (simple or turbocharged), the presence of additional functions (parking assistant, uphill or downhill driving, and so on) and the type of headlights (bi-xenon or LED). For an additional fee, you can install an improved navigation system, a premium audio system, soft interior lighting and rims increased radius. Audi has not yet announced the cost of these elements for the Ku 3. The number and composition of additional packages will be precisely determined by the manufacturer closer to the start of sales - at the end of winter 2017 or spring 2018.

Audi Q3 2018 - video

The Audi Q3 is the ideal choice for those who value build quality and prestige. Its main competitors are the BMW X1, Range Rover Evoque and Mercedes GLA. They all compete in the segment compact SUVs premium class.
The Audi Q3 sits between small hatchbacks and large SUVs produced by Audi. This material contains all the significant dimensions and dimensions of the car, thanks to which you can make your choice.

External dimensions and dimensions of the Audi Q3

The Q3's external dimensions are average for its class. It is 4388 mm long, which is slightly less than the Mercedes GLA (4417 mm). Compared to 4358 mm Ford Focus
Compared to Ford size Focus 4358 mm, you will not have any problems placing the car in the garage. Since their sizes are comparable. As for the width, it’s worth thinking about, because the width is more than 2 meters including the side mirrors.

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Briefly overall dimensions Q3 are as follows:

• Length - 4388 mm
• Width with side mirrors - 2019 mm
• Height - 1608 mm
• Wheelbase — 2606

Audi Q3 interior dimensions

Regarding interior decoration interior, then everything sits in its place, and every detail is qualitatively screwed to its place. Since this mini SUV has large stock height, passengers of average height will be able to sit comfortably both in front and in the back. But for taller people sitting in the back seat, you may have to lean a little to avoid hitting the ceiling. Despite this small drawback, the space between the knees and the front seats is large enough and will not cause discomfort to people with long legs.


The internal dimensions are as follows:

• From seat to ceiling in front 1019 mm
• Seat to ceiling rear - 969 mm
• 1474 mm available for passenger at front
• Rear available 1426 mm for passenger

Dimensions and dimensions of the trunk of the Audi Q3

In the trunk, with the seats folded down, you can place a cargo volume of 420 liters. If you want to transport large cargo, then simply fold down the rear seats and you get 1,325 liters of volume in the Q3's trunk. Compared to the BMW X1, Audi loses, because in the BMW the trunk volume with the seats folded down is 505 liters, and the maximum volume is 200 liters more than in the Q3. But the trunk is higher, so loading heavy objects into the BMW will be more difficult.


Trunk dimensions:

• Space with seats up - 420 liters
• Space with seats down - 1325 liters

Dimensions of the turning radius and fuel tank capacity of the Audi Q3

Driving the Audi will not be difficult, because the turning radius is 11.8 meters, which is comparable to the Mercedes GLA and slightly less than that of Volkswagen Tiguan- 12 meters. No matter what configuration you choose, the Q3 will have fuel tank volume 64 liters.


Dimensions of turning radius and gas tank volume

• Turning radius - 11.8 meters
• Gas tank volume - 64 liters

Audi Q3 weight and maximum towing weight

The lightest version of the Q3 is petrol and weighs 1385 kg, but the diesel version weighs a little more and Weight Limit, depending on the configuration will be 1585 kg. If you install a tow bar, the Q3 can tow a vehicle or trailer with a maximum weight of 2000 kg.

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Weight and towing

• Light equipment - 1385 kg
• Heavy equipment - 1585 kg
• The weight of the towed trailer is 2000 kg.

The element of our new handsome man is the city. Only in it will all the advantages of the car be revealed. This is mainly due to the fairly low ground clearance - only 17 cm. Therefore, all incidents of the road surface should be avoided. However, the owners of the updated Q3 are unlikely to dare to do this.

Restyling of Audi Q3 2015-2016

Design of the New Q3 2016

The facelift affected mainly the front part of the body. The false radiator grille has changed slightly in size, but it has become not as elegant as it was before. This was achieved due to more pronounced angles. And with the help of chrome elements, the grille is connected to the headlights. The latter managed to retain their shape, but got a new layout.

Audi Q3 2016 front view

Now bi-xenon lights, DRLs and foglights are included as standard. In the optional version it will be possible to receive completely led lights(27 lamps to provide low and high beam, DRLs and foglights). In the previous location of the foglights there are decorative plugs, which give the new Q3 even more aggression.

Restyling Audi Q 3 2015-2016, side view

The rear part is also equipped with new bumpers, and the lights have become an order of magnitude larger. The fully equipped version will also be equipped with LED dynamic turn signals.

Audi Q 3 2016, rear view

There are now more options for enamel colors for body painting - Hainan BlueMetallic, Cuvee SilverMetallic, Utopia BlueMetallic. There are also more design options for alloy wheels. A total of 16 wheel options are offered - from 16 to 20 inches.

Audi Q3 2016 salon

Despite its rather miniature external parameters, the new product is fully capable of accommodating 5 adult passengers. The interior design of the new crossover is practically untouched and models the style of the pre-restyling version.

Audi Q3 2015-2016 interior

The only thing is that the decorative elements have become stricter. This applies to the finishing of the internal parts of the handles, air ducts, surrounding the space of the gear shift knob). The range of colors for the center armrest, ceiling, seats and door panels has also expanded. As for everything else, those present in the cabin will find excellent ergonomics, as well as comfort and coziness.

Dashboard of the new Q3 2015-2016

Dimensions of Audi Q3 2016

The overall dimensions of the car body have remained virtually unchanged:

• length is now 4.388 m;
• width - 1.831 m.
• height is 1.590 m (and if we take into account the fin-antenna, then 1.608 m);
• the wheelbase reached 2,603 ​​m;
• and the ground clearance, as mentioned above, became equal to 170 mm;
• front/rear wheel track 1.571 and 1.577 cm, respectively;
• The size of the trunk has not changed - 460 liters in standard mode and 1365 with the rear row seat backs folded.

In this segment, in the fall of 2015 we will see an updated one, but here we are, already updated.

Technical characteristics of Audi Q3 2016

German manufacturers tried very hard and ensured that the suspension became even more energy-intensive and comfortable. The efficiency of the electric power steering has increased. The power of the engines also increased with a simultaneous decrease in the need for fuel, as well as the release of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.
The new product will be all-wheel drive, with Quattro drive (and if desired, it can be ordered with front-wheel drive), with three TFSI petrol engines and TDI diesel engines. Will be aggregated from 6 step manual transmission or 6 - 7 S Tronic gearbox.

Engine Q 3 2016

More information about engines.

Gasoline:
-1.4 l. TFSI COD, with a power of 150 horses and a peak torque of 250 Nm, which will work in tandem with a 6-speed manual S Tronic. Accelerates 100 km/h in 9.2 seconds, and the maximum speed is 204 km/h. At fairly low loads while driving, one or two cylinders are switched off and due to this, the car consumes 5.7 liters per hundred kilometers.
-The two-liter TFSI comes in two versions:

1. power 180 hp

2. power 220 horses,

peak torque is 320 and 350 Nm, respectively. Average consumption per 100 km promises to be 6.7 liters.

Diesel engine: represented by a 2-liter TDI and also in two options:

The first capacity is 150 horsepower;

The second - 184 horses;

and the peak torque is 340 and 380 Nm, respectively. Fuel consumption per hundred kilometers promises to be no more than 5 liters.

AUDI Q3 configurations and prices

Video Audi restyling Q3 2015-2016:

Photo restyling Audi Q3 2015-2016.