Euromobil officially launched the Audi Q3 moments ago at the Subang Skypark. The made-in-Spain Q3 is the smallest Q model in Audi’s SUV range, and it will take on the BMW X1 in the market, not the X3 as its name might suggest. Available here with a 2.0 TFSI engine with 170 hp, the Q3 costs RM258k OTR without insurance. The S line version of the same car is RM279k.
Audi’s entry level SUV sits on a modified VW Tiguan platform. Size wise, the Q3 is 4.39 metres long and 1.83 metres wide, which is slightly wider but 64 mm shorter than a BMW X1. Compared to the Q5, it’s 239 mm shorter and 50 mm narrower, so there’s a clear size gap between the two. The boot is expandable from 460 to 1,365 litres.
Audi claims that the Q3’s drag coefficient of 0.32 raises the bar in this segment and there’s an underbody fairing that facilitates optimum airflow. The usage of tailored blanks and aluminium for the bonnet and tailgate reduce weight.
Under the hood, the 2.0 litre TFSI engine makes 170 hp at 4,300 to 6,300 rpm, and 280 Nm of torque from 1,700 to 4,200rpm. The turbocharged lump is mated to a seven-speed S-tronic dual clutch transmission.
Power goes to all four corners via quattro AWD, which has a simpler and lighter Haldex multi-plate clutch arrangement here in place of the Q5’s Torsen-based full-time system. The Q3 does the 0-100 km/h sprint fairly quick in 7.8 seconds, while top speed is 212 km/h. Combined fuel consumption is 7.7 litres per 100 km.
Audi drive select manipulates the accelerator, steering, and S tronic. There are Auto, Comfort, Dynamic and Efficiency modes to choose from. In the latter, the air con and cruise control operate with the specific aim of saving fuel, and the S tronic disengages a clutch when coasting.
The Q3’s ESP integrates an electronic differential lock, which regulates the distribution of drive to the wheels via barely perceptible braking at the limit of cornering, which aids handling. The ESP also includes trailer stabilisation. Also included is hill hold assist and an electromechanical parking brake.
Looks wise, it’s unmistakably Audi. The front is dominated by the single-frame grille with tapered upper corners, and there are of course LED daytime running lights, but they’re in the newer light bar form here. The Q3’s profile and shape isn’t too far from big brother Q5, but I see some A1 in the more raked D-pillar here. Together with a gently sloping roofline, Audi calls it coupe-like. The wraparound tailgate follows Q norms.
Standard equipment include xenon plus headlamps, anti-glare and heated wing mirrors, headlight washers, leatherette seats (front electric with lumbar), six airbags, ESP, ISOFIX (front passenger and rear), light/rain sensor, parking aid plus with park display, cruise control, start stop and an Audi concert radio system.
The latter has a six-channel amplifier, 10 speakers and a 180-watt total output. AUX, Bluetooth and SDHC reader are the other functions. All the info is displayed on a 6.5-inch TFT colour display.
The S line package, which costs an additional RM21k, includes a three-spoke steering wheel (normal four-spoke), Alcantara material for the seats, S line door sills, chrome fog lamp surrounds, chrome grille slats, and 18-inch alloys with a different design. The cabin headlining is in black.
In addition, Euromobil has a optional equipment list, which includes comfort key (RM2,500), pearl effect colour (RM3,500), Bose surrond sound system (14 speakers, 465 watts, RM5,000) and a panoramic roof for RM6,000.
Look out for the review, which will be coming soon.
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somehow it really looks like China cars, with the stupidly small alloy and LED overdose.
Overpriced. period.
Dear Audi,
Instead of spending so much in marketing the car, false lifestyle adverts and then offering discount for unsold “new” cars later.
Just lower the price already!
looks Chinese cars? haha..for a myvi worshiper like you, every other cars except yours will look like chinese..
Danny, doesn’t the car come standard with Bose speakers? Usually for 5-6k, Audi upgrades the sound system to B&O.
Bose speakers/sound system is a cost option
Beautiful!
I like the clean look of the interior
euro rival for mitsu ASX?
Dear Vertigo,
None of those low end Japanese are rivals to these branded Europeans! Pls do not get the grades mixed up.
Just like a CASIO watch cannot be rival to a TAG HEUER. Comprehend ?
Casio is easily more accurate than any Tag Heur in telling time.
German ftw… Loves German cars..
German placed 3rd only:
1st – Seat (Spanish)
2nd – Alfa/Fiat (Italian)
3rd – Audi/Merc/Beemer (German)
4th – Dunno what – wiki gave some unknown names(at least to me) of Portuguese’s brands
then followed by Citroen/Peugeot/Renault (French), Skoda (Czech) and finally Lotus/Bentley/Rolls (English) hehehehe…
But then again Seat is under VW hehehe..
Nice….I like…
Audi really knows how to design cars. Look at that tail light. So gorgeous.
I rather get a Tiguan for RM236888 (without insurance as well)
Q3 finally launched.
VW Tiguan and BMW X1 now have German rivals.
BMW X1 look better.
Not really interesting compared to other Audis. Oh wait, all Audi looks NEARLY the same. Whatever it is, this is good car though. The price sits higher than the BMW X1 makes me doubt about this model.
I saw this car on the road a few weeks back. Was driving out of a junction when it passed by me. Thought it was already launched, so what was it doing on the road?
Finally an affordable Audi.
affordable? whoa.
I think RCZ bro is comparing the Q3 with Q5 and Q7,so this Q3 more affordable.
yes affordable.
Without our current national car policy which applying exorbitant taxes to imported cars, this Q3 wont be that expensive.
But we live in Malaysia, we need to protect our beloved proton. Without proton, our automotive industry will collapse..hahaha..lawak2..
Sad. In Singapore, they offer Audi Q3 2.0 TFSI with 211 hp and 300 Nm of torque, 0-100 km/h in 6.9s (GTI SUV?). Why they choose to bring in the detuned engine to Malaysia?
Because, they want to protect their Q5. its a jerk really for a 2.0 TFSI detuned to 170hp. Put a big slap to Audi Msia…
The X1 sellers laughing..hahaha…price higher baby :P
Nice.. Goina buy one soon.
Nice…but no option for MMI with nav? RM2.5k asking price for the Comfort Key isn’t bad at all.
The interior just appears to be that of an upgraded golf interior. Good yes, special no. That sums up my problem with this car.
looks like a potato, from the side…
wow an obese audi q1
why there is no black color trim around the wheel arches and lower part of the body? it makes the car looks ‘kosong’
The price of the Q3 in a way made the Range Rover Evoque a better buy.
Interior is decent until you realise that there are no lamps for the sun visors and there are no LEDS for the interior lamps.
I think Q3’s exterior looks better than X1 or Tiguan. However, for that price tag, DRB should at least throw in Bose SS system & panoramic roof as standard accessories.
Love those lights at the back !
This car looks like a tall hatchback.
boring bland design *yawn
looks like ASX. super ugly not well proportioned.
Malaysian people will criticize every foreign cars that came to our shores. Bad design, look cheap..bla bla..
But they will fight like hell to defend our national cars like preve or myvis..cars with no souls, only manufactured to gain profits..hahahaha..
dear rozana, this is not SPECIFICLY applicable to malaysian. for the record, other CITIZENS also critizise car design. Where do you think GREAT dezigns come from w/o the public giving feedbacks over years?? You tell me. I made my point here. *bdw PPREVE IS a good looking car, exept for the misaligned rear. and i do agree MYVEE is a DEAD SOULLESS vehicle.
Malaysian, Be It People Or Not, Criticize On Every Single Thing. Period.
naah other citizens are so great till they do not critize. bravo brotha. you made my day, i literally loled now =P
overpriced….only the most basic equipment is spec’ed in. for those desperados wanting to buy an audi like the silly A1, BMW 1 series ,etc ,etc,
The headlamp: Iron Man eyes.
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land rover evoque much better than this…
If you’re willing to look past through the different class, A4 1.8TSI is a better deal.It looks better, with similar specs and with better interior.
X1 is hardly selling here. BMW keeps on giving discounts for it.
wats d point of buying expensive car when the ipoh jaga kereta boys will scratch ur car if u dont pay ’em???
Q3, Q5 looks alike. Bad pricing.