Audi Q3 TDI: a compact SUV designed to go further
The new generation Audi Q3 continues its evolution with the arrival of a 193 hp TDI quattro engine, reinforcing its position in the premium compact SUV segment. It combines versatility, efficiency and technologies derived from higher segments.
AUDI Q3: A COMPLETE RANGE FOR ALL USES
Available in SUV and Sportback versions, the Audi Q3 offers a wide range of powertrains: 150 hp petrol and diesel engines, a 272 hp plug-in hybrid, as well as this new 193 hp TDI quattro paired with all-wheel drive. A line-up designed to adapt to both urban journeys and long-distance driving.
AUDI Q3: A TECHNOLOGICAL BENCHMARK IN THE COMPACT SEGMENT
Launched in 2025, the third generation Audi Q3 quickly established itself as one of the most important models in Audi’s range in France. It benefits from a significant step upmarket, with the integration of technologies from higher segments, both in terms of safety, comfort and connectivity.
With the arrival of the 193 hp TDI quattro, the range is completed by offering a solution tailored to drivers who regularly cover long distances. This powertrain combines performance and efficiency, while benefiting from quattro all-wheel drive, renowned for its traction and stability in all conditions.
The Audi Q3 also stands out for its balanced positioning, capable of meeting a wide range of uses. Whether for everyday driving, professional travel or long-distance journeys, it offers a coherent combination of comfort, onboard technologies and driving pleasure. This versatility contributes to its commercial success, making it one of the brand’s best-sellers on the French market today.
DESIGN, POWERTRAIN AND PERFORMANCE
The design of the new Audi Q3 evolves with more assertive lines, while retaining the brand’s stylistic codes. The bold Singleframe grille, sculpted surfaces and balanced proportions reinforce its visual identity. The SUV and Sportback versions allow a choice between a more versatile or more dynamic silhouette.
The introduction of the 193 hp TDI quattro engine marks an important step in the powertrain offering. This diesel unit stands out for its ability to deliver high torque, particularly suited to long journeys and sustained driving. Combined with quattro all-wheel drive, it ensures optimal traction and excellent stability in all road conditions.
The range also includes 150 hp petrol and diesel engines, as well as a plug-in hybrid version producing up to 272 hp. This diversity meets a wide variety of needs, combining performance, efficiency and driving comfort for both everyday use and more intensive driving.
TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT AND COMFORT
Inside, the Audi Q3 offers a thoroughly modern environment inspired by the brand’s high-end models. The 11.9-inch Audi virtual cockpit digital instrument cluster and the 12.8-inch MMI touchscreen provide a clear and customisable interface, based on the Android Automotive OS system with access to a catalogue of integrated applications.
Lighting is also a key highlight, with the introduction of digital Matrix LED headlights featuring micro-LED technology, improving beam precision and visibility at night or in difficult conditions. At the rear, optional digital OLED lights contribute to the model’s distinctive light signature.
Onboard comfort is enhanced by acoustic glazing at the front, reducing external noise, as well as an optimised damping system. Adaptive suspension is available as an option to adjust the vehicle’s behaviour according to driving conditions.
All these features contribute to delivering a smooth, technological and reassuring driving experience, positioning the Audi Q3 as a benchmark among premium compact SUVs.
