Verdict
The Audi Q3 F3 is the more usable new-generation choice: its 2,680 mm wheelbase is 77 mm longer, boot space rises from 460 to 530 litres, and it adds LED projector headlamps, a reverse camera and a 10.1-inch MMI Navigation plus system. Yet both reach 100 km/h in 8.9 seconds with 250 Nm. At RM269,900, the F3 costs RM57,000 more than the RM212,900 Q3 8U; the older car counters with 6.2 L/100 km claimed economy, a seven-speed S tronic and a 65-litre tank.
Pick the Audi Q3 8U if RM57,000 saved, 6.2 L/100 km claimed economy and a seven-speed S tronic matter more than newer cabin technology and cargo room.
Pick the Audi Q3 F3 if you want the 530-litre boot, 10.1-inch navigation screen, reverse camera and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q3 8U RM212,900; Audi Q3 F3 RM269,900.
- Boot space: Audi Q3 8U 460 litres; Audi Q3 F3 530 litres.
- Wheelbase: Audi Q3 8U 2,603 mm; Audi Q3 F3 2,680 mm.
- Rated economy: Audi Q3 8U 6.2 L/100 km; Audi Q3 F3 7.2 L/100 km.
- Transmission: Audi Q3 8U seven-speed dry dual-clutch; Audi Q3 F3 six-speed wet dual-clutch.
- Warranty: Audi Q3 8U four years/120,000 km; Audi Q3 F3 five years/unlimited mileage.
8U
- RM57,000 lower purchase price.
- Better claimed economy at 6.2 L/100 km.
- Seven-speed S tronic and 65-litre fuel tank.
- 460-litre boot trails the F3's 530 litres.
- No reverse camera or navigation.
- Manual front-seat adjustment and manual-key starting.
F3
- 530-litre boot and 77 mm longer wheelbase.
- 10.1-inch MMI Navigation plus, virtual cockpit and reverse camera.
- LED projector headlamps with auto high beam; five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- RM57,000 more expensive.
- Higher claimed consumption at 7.2 L/100 km.
- Six-speed transmission and smaller 60-litre fuel tank.
What the F3 has over the 8U
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The F3's wheelbase is 77 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. Boot space favours the F3: 530 litres against 460.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM212,900✓ | RM269,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM100 | RM100 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM2,175/mo✓ | RM2,755/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM5,783✓ | RM7,265 |
| Fuel / year (est.) | RM2,468✓ | RM2,866 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM12.34✓ | RM14.33 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM41,754✓ | RM51,154 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,395 cc | 1,395 cc |
| Horsepower | 150 hp at 5,000 rpm✓ | 147 hp at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 250 Nm at 1,750 rpm | 250 Nm at 1,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 76.5 mm × 75.6 mm | 74.5 mm × 80 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Dry) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S-tronic | 6-speed S-tronic |
| Gears | 7 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | BorgWarner | BorgWarner |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 6.2 L/100 km✓ | 7.2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 207 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 145 g/km | —✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,385 mm | 4,484 mm |
| Width | 1,831 mm | 1,849 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,616 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,603 mm | 2,680 mm |
| Weight | 1,530 kg | 1,545 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 460 litres | 530 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R17 | 235/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R17 | 235/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | — | Hankook Ventus S1 Evo2 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Spain (CBU) | Spain (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" 5 Arm Trias Design Alloy | 18" 5-arm Design Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" 5 Arm Trias Design Alloy | 18" 5-arm Design Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-Xenon Projector | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination with Dynamic Turn Signals |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map + Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 6.5" Audi Concert radio with 6 CD changer, MP3 player with Bluetooth and 10 speakers (180 watt) | 10.1" MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, Audi connect, Audi smartphone interface and Audi sound system |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Audi virtual cockpit |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 120,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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8U vs F3 FAQ
Is the Audi Q3 8U or Audi Q3 F3 better?
The Audi Q3 F3 is better equipped and more practical, with a 530-litre boot, reverse camera, navigation and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty. The Q3 8U is the better budget choice, matching its 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time while using less claimed fuel.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q3 F3 costs RM57,000 more: RM269,900 versus RM212,900 for the Audi Q3 8U. That gap brings 70 litres more boot space, a larger infotainment system, reverse camera, power front seats and longer warranty cover.
Which Audi Q3 has the larger boot?
The Audi Q3 F3 has the larger boot at 530 litres, 70 litres more than the Audi Q3 8U's 460 litres. Its wheelbase is also 2,680 mm, against 2,603 mm for the older model.