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2017 Audi Q3 review

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Audi Q3 highlights

Customer rating

Pros

  • Comfortable ride
  • Luxury cabin
  • Functional cargo hold

Cons

  • Difficult infotainment system
  • Uninspiring performance
  • Small back seat

Mileage (EPA estimate)

20 city, 28 highway, 23 combined

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Small luxury crossover

The 2017 Audi Q3 is the perfect city car for small families and pet parents. The crossover seats five in a package that’s small enough for city living, but big enough to fit children, pets, and gear for your hobbies. The 2017 Audi Q3 comes standard with a 200-hp 2L turbocharged four-cylinder engine that pairs with standard front-wheel or available all-wheel drive. Comfortable, upmarket touches are woven throughout, including standard leather seats, a panoramic sunroof, and rain-sensing windshield wipers. 

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What is new for the 2017 Audi Q3?

  • The Q3 is available in a new trim called the Premium.
  • Running Boards and Tow Hitch features are now available as options on select trims.
  • The Premium Plus trim now comes with Power Hatch/Deck Lid as standard equipment.

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5 reasons to buy the 2017 Audi Q3

1. At home in busy cities 

Do you love the hustle and bustle of a city? If so, the 2017 Audi Q3 is designed with you in mind. At just over 14-feet long, the 2017 Q3 is able to slip through crowded city streets and into tight parking spots without a problem.   

2. Just enough space 

Like many urban residents, the 2017 Audi Q3 has mastered the art of having just enough space, without feeling overwhelmingly big. The back seat in the Q3 has 31.1 inches of legroom, enough to fit adults in a pinch, but best designed for kids or pets. The 16.2 cu-ft of cargo space provides plenty of room for a weekend bag, a set of golf clubs, or your child’s stroller. The standard roof rails give you the option of extra cargo space for ski weekends or camping trips.  

3. Quiet, calm ride 

Sometimes, you just want to shut your door against the noise of the city. The 2017 Audi Q3 can provide that momentary reprieve. The 200-hp 2L turbocharged four-cylinder engine purrs along, providing a quiet, calm ride that will soothe your nerves after a stressful day.  

4. Comfortable 

Whether you’re driving to work or sneaking out of the city for a weekend in the mountains, you’ll be comfortable in the 2017 Audi Q3. The crossover comes standard with eight-way adjustable contoured front seats that have four-way adjustable lumbar supports. After a long day of skiing or hiking, you’ll appreciate the standard heated seats up front, which can help soothe your cold or sore muscles.  

5. Solid sound system 

The 2017 Audi Q3 lets you enjoy your favorite soundtracks with the available Bose® sound system. Bluetooth® connectivity is standard alongside a USB port, so you’ll always be connected to your device. The standard 7-inch infotainment screen lets you manage music and entertainment on the fly.  

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

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RepairPal gave the Audi Q3 an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Audi Q3 13th out of 18 among Luxury Compact SUVs.

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Audi Q3 features and specs

Premium 2WD 4D Sport Utility

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cruise Control
  • Leather Seats
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Traction Control
  • Turbo Charged Engine
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Full Roof Rack
  • Leather Seats
  • Navigation System
  • Running Boards
  • Smart Key
  • Tow Hitch

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

2.0L

Horsepower

200

Torque (ft-lbs)

207

Engine type

Turbo Gas

Fuel capacity

16.9

Wheelbase

102.5"

Overall length

172.8"

Width

72.1"

Height

62.6"

Leg room

F 40"/R 31.1"

Head room

F 37"/R 37.4"

Front tires

P235/50HR18

Rear tires

P235/50HR18

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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