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Q3 (8U)

2011-2018
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What makes it iconic

Audi's compact SUV — the smallest Q model that brought Quattro versatility to urban dimensions.

History

The Q3 was Audi's entry into the booming compact SUV segment. The RS Q3, with 340 hp from a turbocharged five-cylinder, was the segment's most powerful offering.

Timeline

2011Production begins
2018Production ends

Production & Heritage

Production Total650,000
DesignerJulian Hoenig
Production Period2011-2018
Estimated Value$8K-$20K

Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.

Technical Specifications

Engine2.0L Inline-4 TFSI
Power211 hp @ 5,000 rpm
Torque300 Nm
0-60 mph6.3 sec
Top Speed230 km/h
Transmission7-speed S-tronic
DrivetrainAWD
Weight1,545 kg
Drag CoefficientCd 0.34
BodySteel unibody (PQ35 platform)

Engine Details

Engine CodeCPSA
Displacement2.0L (1,984 cc)
Bore x Stroke82.5 x 92.8 mm
Compression9.6
Valves16
Fuel SystemDirect injection, turbocharged (TFSI)
Engine ManagementBosch MED 17.5

Performance

0-100 km/h6.9 sec
0-60 mph6.3 sec
Top Speed230 km/h
Fuel Economy7.7 l/100km combined
Weight-to-Power7.3 kg/hp

Dimensions

Length4,385 mm
Width1,831 mm
Height1,590 mm
Wheelbase2,603 mm

Chassis & Suspension

Front SuspensionMacPherson strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-link independent
Front BrakesVentilated discs 312mm
Rear BrakesSolid discs 286mm
SteeringElectromechanical power steering
Tires235/50 R18
Wheels18-inch alloy
Stability SystemsESP, ABS, ASR, EBD, EDL

Drivetrain

Gear Ratios1st 3.462, 2nd 2.050, 3rd 1.300, 4th 0.902, 5th 0.914, 6th 0.756, 7th 0.628
Final Drive4.267

Capacity

Fuel Tank64 L
Trunk Volume460 L
Doors5
Seats5

Source: Wikipedia, auto-data.net

Tags

Inline-4TurbochargedAWDSUV2010sAutomatic

Designed by Julian Hoenig

From the 2010s

Featured in Collections

Turbo Era

References & Sources

wikipedia.org
Wikipedia: Audi Q3wikipedia.org
audi-mediacenter.com
Audi Q3 - Audi MediaCenteraudi-mediacenter.com

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