AUDI Q3 2016: moderately priced sedan

Fast facts:

1. Price: $ 42,000

2. Seating: 5

3. Motor: 1.39L 4-stroke turbo

Four. Transmission: FWD, 6-speed double clutch

5. Mileage: 5.8 liters / 100 km

Quattro 2.0 Turbo engine

The 2016 Audi Q3 is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, capable of generating 207 pound-feet of torque and 200 horsepower. Its engine is comparable to the Volkswagen Golf GTI, but it focuses on fuel efficiency and overall handling. Equipped with six-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive system, the Audi Q3 is heavier compared to the Volkswagen GTI.

The weight is felt when the Audi Q3 accelerates and turns. On the other hand, it lacks the pristine feel and comfort compared to the latest BMW and Mercedes offerings. It is touted as a crossover vehicle, assimilating a sports car and a conventional sedan. The Audi Q3 is factory-fitted with sport wheels, a stylish and sporty interior and, most importantly, a variety of driving modes, including Sport, Dynamic and Auto-drive modes. These driving modes are inherently identical and offer little change in driving.

Any consequential change in throttle and steering response was hardly noticeable. Saving Grace is a sports program, accelerating throttle response to a higher level and engaging turbo mode.

2016 Audi Q3 provides an average of 23 miles / gallon (28 on the highway and 20 in city limits), behind BMW and Mercedes.

Comparing fuel economy, the EPA rating of the 2016 Audi Q3 is similar to that of the Audi Q5. On the other hand, BMW X1 takes the lead with its 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, capable of generating 28 more horsepower than the Audi Q3. This sedan segment is intensely competitive.

Inside

Audi Q3 tries to compete with Mercedes-Benz GLA-250 and BMW with its premium design interior, design and exterior. Audi insulates its passengers from outside road and engine noise, comparable to the comforts of BMW and Mercedes-Benz.

It is available in 3 categories:

S-line plus

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Valuable Audi customers can request the kit and additional features they need.

2016 Audi Q3 competes in an intensely competitive niche with Mercedes GLA, BMW X1 and Range Rover Evogue as main competitors. A mini-version of the Q5, Q3 employs Audi A3 traits and competes with a fresh design.

Summary

The cabin of the 2016 Audi Q3 is solidly built. Along with the MMI infotainment system implemented with fast response and sharp graphics, it also has an internet connection.

The MMI controller, mounted on your dashboard, is less instinctive than your console controller. In addition, its turbocharged engine has considerable room for improvement.

With cutting-edge technology deployed, along with a premium feel, the new Audi has raised the bar for the competition in terms of cabin space, performance, driveability and efficiency.

Audi Quattro 2016 offers a decent drive. Its quiet cabin, highway performance and crossover work to its advantage. Compared to industry rivals, it falls slightly below expectations compared to the 2016 BMW X1 Drive28i.

Pros
The reversing camera has been installed

Offers 1.4-liter turbo engine

Cons

Big wheels require improvement.

Competition is stiff in the sedan section