Audi India launched the all-new third-generation Audi Q3 on 16 October 2026, at an introductory ex-showroom price of ₹51.99 lakh. The compact luxury SUV brings a sharper design, a big jump in technology and standard all-wheel drive.
Variants and price
- Nova: ₹51.99 lakh (introductory, ex-showroom).
- Zenith: Price yet to be announced.
On-road prices will be higher once registration and insurance are added; for a breakdown of costs, see our car buying guide.
Engine and performance
- 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol (TFSI).
- 204PS (about 201bhp) and 320Nm.
- 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch automatic.
- quattro all-wheel drive with an electronically controlled clutch that shifts torque between the axles.
- Audi claims 0 to 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds.
Design
- A wider Singleframe grille.
- Digital Matrix LED headlights with 25,600 micro-LEDs and selectable digital daytime running light signatures.
- LED tail lamps joined by a light strip.
- Length of 4,531mm, width of 1,859mm and height of 1,623mm, with a 488-litre boot.
Inside
- Audi virtual cockpit plus and a head-up display.
- Three-zone climate control.
- Sliding and reclining rear seats.
- A 12-speaker Sonos sound system with a 420-watt amplifier.
- Audi drive select and progressive steering.
Safety
The new Q3 gets nine airbags, including a front-centre airbag that prevents front occupants from hitting each other in a side impact. Learn how crash safety is rated in our guide to Bharat NCAP.
Made in India
The Q3 is assembled at the Skoda Auto Volkswagen India facility in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra, which helps keep the price competitive.
Rivals
It takes on the BMW X1, Mercedes-Benz GLA and Volvo XC40 in the entry-luxury SUV segment. With all-wheel drive standard and a strong feature list, the Q3 makes a solid case at its introductory price.
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