2024 Audi Q3 review - Sportback vs SUV

[@dkkli985]

I might be different. But I really like the sports back variation. This gen Q3 looks sportier than the X1 and GLA. The price isn't too bad in today's market. Maybe that's why I see heaps of these on the road everyday.

[@Dino-zc5wi]

I have owned a 40 TFSI Sportback for close to 12 months and love it. The power is adequate, but I wish we could get the 45 TFSI here. I did look at the X1 but found the suspension too harsh (I have the adaptive dampers fitted to mine), and the GLA 250 was a bit smaller. Fuel economy is as you have stated. Overall, I am very happy 😊

[@indetailcarcaresolutions3770]

Nice review Matt. I’ve been driving since 1977 when I got my license on my 17 birthday. I’ve driven weekly on the Sydney-Newcastle run east and west of the lake during the Eraring Power Station construction. I’ve driven pan tech trucks around Sydney for months at a time and estimate I must be closing on 2,000,000 km. I own a VW product with parking assist. I can reverse park most rigid trucks, but when you need to squeeze into parking spaces around shopping centres, the parking assist is invaluable. Even my wife encourages me to use it so we can park closer to our destination. Don’t knock it til you try it a few times. Lloyd. PS we’ll look to the Q2 40TFSI or SQ2 due to smaller size for the wife around town, lighter and has AWD when the constant wet roads can catch you out if you’re not careful.

[@davidlang1247]

got a 2024 q3 advanced classic on the way just cant wait. first car as well haha defo wanted an RSQ3 tho :D

[@george2036]

I have the Q3 SB TFSIe (hybrid). Locally I only use the battery. Great car, really like it. Coming from a Tesla M3 there is a huge difference...I hated the Tesla (interior) and the long distance charging that goes with it, works but is a pain...

[@kashhelp2372]

I own a base model since last 2 years...chose it over XC40 and X1 primarily because of space...you are right, real world efficiency is 8ish ...and till now the experience has been good...

[@jennyallen6393]

It's a shame that we don't get the 45 TFSI like NZ gets!

[@eddiea.2542]

I have the 45TFSI Q3 and the power is more than what I need. Very fun to drive.

[@ElNarros]

Just been driving one of these for a few days as a hire car. What a bucket of shit. As soon as I sat in it I knew I should of gone with the Cupra I originally booked. I know I had the base model but no electric chairs in a 60K luxury brand? The seats and wheel are either some nasty vinyl or rat leather, the plastics all feel and look horribly cheap, the buttons equally feel rubbish. The engine is ok, but it wheel spins in the dry when turning and the gear box likes to sit in 3rd gear at 60kmh in comfort mode. I'm genuinley amazed that people actually buy this rubbish. Its a huge amount of cash for what honestly feels like any sub 30k hire car. You can buy far better cars from the Koreans for far less money. This has to be the worst car I have ever driven vs its cost.

[@Cptshad001]

I chose X1 over this, X1 has more room, looks more luxury, the Q3 is supposed to drive better than the sdrive version of X1 but not really. I feel Q3 is kind of stuck in an awkward spot in terms of drive experience and practicality

[@thefitnessproject8362]

the new X1 you got is a totally new car. The X1 of 2018- like the Q3 you’re comparing is silly car.. So you have to compare the X1 you got the the 2025 Q3 when it comes out

[@iconoclast6994]

X1 more performance, but boxy.

[@Gammel2022-zl4pi]

I preferred Q2 and driving one. It's a pity they stop the model.

[@billybob1511]

Nice!

[@music1981ify]

do people still need to advertise push button start? my mrs 2012 cx5 has it

[@therightcar]

Believe it or not, I’m not advertising anything. Also, furthermore, some new cars still don’t have push-button start.

[@seth1455]

@music1981ify My 2003 Renault Laguna had a push button start, my 2008 Mondeo has heated seats and have used them once in 16 years, I like a warm cabin but not a hot backside

[@nathansmith6914]

And Sporty Spice wasn't all that sporty either. There, I said it.

[@therightcar]

Haha!

[@Coastmac2001]

Still could've had at least 1 diesel variant for Aust .

[@colinrenfrew48]

The new Q3 is almost here, so hold on!

[@therightcar]

Or buy one now if you want one 🤣

[@SunnyNagi]

@@therightcar Thats what I did.. can't wait for new Q3 as it will be here in 2026

[@GreatShortsIndia]

@@SunnyNagiexactly sir

[@berniesutton7277]

Good review. Nice work for a "14 year old" 😁

[@tiggerlily7]

I was disappointed when I drove this car, went with the X1 sport version instead

[@therightcar]

Cool!

[@lorenzor7993]

What was disappointing about it?

[@buncha5651]

VW Tiguan 162 tsi R Line 162 kw and 350 nm . Would be my pick.😊

[@ETERNITY777]

🤑 TO EXPENSIVE A WASTE OF MONEY 🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑

[@paulklavas668]

I was very disappointed with finishes. Audi quality has gone backwards.

[@tomy8339]

The interior looks so drab and dull. A sea of black and grey.

[@whathashappened37]

I chose the countryman s AWD.