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2016 Audi Q3 review

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Pros

  • Beautiful cabin
  • Smooth ride
  • Many standard features

Cons

  • Confusing control placement
  • Few driver assist features
  • Uninspired performance

Mileage (EPA estimate)

20 city, 28 highway, 23 combined

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Small, smooth crossover

The 2016 Audi Q3 proves that good things can come in small packages. The small crossover is designed to give you just enough interior space, while still being easy to maneuver through the city. The 2016 Audi Q3 comes standard with a 200-hp 2L turbocharged four-cylinder engine. It’s full of luxury touches, including standard leather seats and a panoramic sunroof. The 2016 Q3 has few available driver-assist features, but that’s not unusual for the model year. With a smooth ride and ultra-comfortable cabin, you won’t mind overlooking that small detail. 

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What is new for the 2016 Audi Q3?

  • Enhanced fuel efficiency with the new engine option
  • Standard advanced safety features now included across all trims
  • Updated infotainment system with larger touchscreen and improved connectivity
  • New exterior color options available for a more personalized look
  • Removal of the base model option, streamlining choices to higher trims

5 reasons to buy the 2016 Audi Q3

1. Designed for city driving 

Do you spend most of your time around the city? The 2016 Audi Q3 makes it easy to go from the school drop-off line to the office, then grab a coveted street parking spot right outside your apartment. The Q3 is small, measuring just over 14 feet long from bumper-to-bumper, so it can fit seamlessly into your city life.  

2. Luxurious cabin 

If you’re the type of person who buys a great pair of boots or a stunning jacket knowing they’ll last a lifetime, the 2016 Audi Q3 is for you. The cabin feels opulent, due to great design and eye-catching materials. The standard leather seats and panoramic sunroof add to the timeless ambiance. 

3. Different driving modes 

Sometimes your daily commute is a chance to let loose, while other times you just want to sit back and relax. The 2016 Audi Q3 allows you to match your mood and the road conditions with three different driving modes. Comfort mode is designed for highway driving, while dynamic mode activates more response steering and acceleration. Auto mode is the best of both worlds, perfect for daily driving.  

4. Available all-wheel drive 

If you live where it’s cold or just travel to the slopes regularly in ski season, you’ll want to take advantage of the 2016 Audi Q3’s available all-wheel drive system. The Quattro AWD senses road conditions and distributes power to the front and rear axle to give you the best traction. That means you’ll never have to miss a ski day because the road hasn’t yet been plowed.  

5. Flexible storage 

The 2016 Audi Q3 has plenty of cargo space to hold your golf clubs or baby stroller. The crossover has 16.2 cu-ft of cargo space behind the rear seats, and 48.2 cu-ft with the rear seats folded flat. The standard 40/60 split on the back bench lets you balance passenger and cargo space to meet all your needs.  

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

5 out of 5

2 customer reviews

RepairPal reliability rating

4
Excellent

RepairPal gave the Audi Q3 an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Audi Q3 5th out of 18 among Luxury Compact SUVs.

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Audi Q3 features and specs

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Standard Features

  • Parking Sensors
  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Cruise Control
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Leather Seats
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Traction Control
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Turbo Charged Engine
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • BOSE Sound System
  • CD Audio
  • Navigation System
  • Satellite Radio Ready

Optional Features

  • Leather Seats
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Parking Sensors
  • Full Roof Rack
  • Bluetooth Technology

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

P255/40HR19

Rear tires

P255/40HR19

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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