New Audi Q3 Crossover
Audi Q3 is an all-new small crossover designed to satisfy the enthusiasm of the marketplace for more fuel-efficient SUVs. It has been announced in 2011 as a compact sport utility, and is especially targets at Asian markets, where an affordable price tag is the most decisive factor behind success of entry-level luxury class vehicles.
New Q3 is intended to compete with upcoming BMW X1 and Mini Countryman.
New Q3 is intended to compete with upcoming BMW X1 and Mini Countryman.
Design and Styling
2011 Q3 slots below the small Q5 and is described as a coupe-like 5-door SUV with wheel size, seat position, and ground clearance characteristic of a typical sport utility vehicle. Get more info from this 2012 Q3 review .
The intention behind introducing the new Q3 is to be oriented more towards refined on-road experience than off-road capability, unlike the Q5 & Q7 that were primarily meant for off-roading.
The transverse engine layout of Q3 has been combined with flexible steering and stiffened suspension.
It has borrowed many Golf Mk6 or Mk5 components, such as dual clutch transmission and direct shift gearbox. It comes with the choice of both front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive variants.
There will be no low-range gearing or lockable differentials, and height-adjustable suspension. Instead, Q3 is featured with sports suspension and larger wheels.
The intention behind introducing the new Q3 is to be oriented more towards refined on-road experience than off-road capability, unlike the Q5 & Q7 that were primarily meant for off-roading.
The transverse engine layout of Q3 has been combined with flexible steering and stiffened suspension.
It has borrowed many Golf Mk6 or Mk5 components, such as dual clutch transmission and direct shift gearbox. It comes with the choice of both front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive variants.
There will be no low-range gearing or lockable differentials, and height-adjustable suspension. Instead, Q3 is featured with sports suspension and larger wheels.
Engine Specs
2011 Q3 is equipped with a 2.0-L TSFI inline four engine, which produces 200 hp at 5100 rpm and 207 lb-ft of torque at 5100 rpm, mated to a 6-speed automated manual transmission.
The new Q3 is also featured with a 140 hp 3.0-L turbo-diesel V6 engine, paired with a six-speed transmission.
Release Date and Pricing
The sales will begin in July 2011 at a price of $43,000 in American markets and 29,900 euros in Germany. Manufactures are targeting niche markets to reach its ambitious sales goal and various concepts have been incorporated for the production of Q3.
The Q3 model was manufactured in Matorell, in Spain and the production cost was approximately €300 million; Audi is planning to produce up to 80,000 units per year.
2012 Q3
We expect that 2012 Q3 will offer one or more flavors of four-cylinder motivation and both Quattro all-wheel as well as front-wheel drive variants.
2012 Q3 will comes with 3 engine choices: two TSFI and one TDI unit, with power ranging from 140 to 210 hp. The new diesel engine will be offered at later dates and will deliver an excellent highway fuel mileage of 45 mpg.
Safety is always on top of priority list for Audi, and you won’t get disappointed with Q3 either.
Brake system
Brake system on new Q3 combines sensitive control, short braking distances, and optimum cooling, for time after time effectual performance. EBD and ABS antilock braking provides additional peace of mind.
Sideguards
When you speak about side impact, side airbags get activated in order to prevent injury to the occupants; just another great display of safety measures that the company never fails to incorporate.
Intelligent Airbag System
Intelligent impact sensors get activated in the event of accidents and comprise of innovative ‘up-front’ sensor that detects the nature and severity of impact as well as trigger.
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