Audi launches new Q3 for Rs. 34.20 lakh

German stalwart, Audi has launched a new version of their popular Q3 SUV for a starting price of Rs. 34,20,000 (ex-showroom Delhi) for the 2.0 TDI diesel variant and Rs. 37,20,000 (ex-showroom Delhi) for their 2.0 TDI quattro (4WD) variant. This is the companies third launch of 2017 in just 3 months, further improving their portfolio for India.

The Q3 features new 2.0 TDI FWD and 2.0 TDI quattro engines, the latter is capable of producing 184hp which is an increase of 4pc over the outgoing model. The 2.0 TDI FWD version produces a peak power of 150hp. The quattro enabled Q3 achieves a 0-100kmph time of 7.9 seconds while the FWD variant gets there in 9.3 seconds. Audi has also mated the new engine to an updated 7-Speed S tronic transmission.

The company is offering the new Q3 with some standard features such as a Panoramic sunroof, 17' alloys, LED headlamps with signature LED DRLs, 2 zone climate control and front seat electric adjustment. The interiors of the TDI quattro variant get aluminum tangent inlays and the TDI FWD variant gets walnut brown ones.  

New Audi Q3: At a glance

Engine – 2.0 TDI quattro

·         2.0 TDI quattro engine generating 184hp and 380 Nm of torque

·         7 Speed S tronic Acceleration (0-100 kmph) in 7.9 seconds

·         Fuel Consumption of 15.17 Kmpl (ARAI )

Engine – 2.0 TDI Front Wheel Drive

·         2.0 TDI Front Wheel drive with 150 hp with 340 Nm of torque

·         7 Speed S tronic Acceleration (0-100 kmph) in 9.3 seconds

·         Fuel Consumption of 18.51 Kmpl (ARAI )

Drivetrain

·         quattro and Front Wheel Drive

·         New generation 7 speed S tronic transmission

·         17” cast aluminium alloy wheels, 5 V-spoke design, size 7J x 17, with 235/55 R 17 tyres

Exterior design and body

·         Redesigned bumper underlines the SUV character of the Audi Q3, with its sharper lines and its striking shape

·         The new air inlets in the front bumper gives the car a rugged and aggressive character

·         Panoramic Sunroof is now standard on the car

·         17” Wheels will now come as standard

·         LED Headlights with signature LED DRLs are standard

Interior

·         4 Spoke Multi-function Steering Wheel with Paddle Shifters

·         Standard Front seats with electric adjustment

·         Sporty Aluminium Tangent inlays on the Audi Q3 2.0 TDI quattro

·         Elegant Walnut Brown inlays on the Audi Q3 2.0 TDI FWD

·         Deluxe 2 Zone Automatic Air Conditioner as standard

Infotainment

·         MMI Radio

·         Passive Speakers

·         Voice dialogue system

·         Audi music interface with Bluetooth Interface

·         Audi Sound System

·         Phone Box with USB Slot for charging

·         MMI Navigation High

·         20GB Jukebox

·         2 SD Card Slots

Comfort

·         Driver Information Display in colour

·         Hill-start assist & Hill descent assist

·         Electromechanical parking brake

·         Folding rear seat back

·         Front & Rear centre armrest

·         Parking System Plus with Reverse Camera

·         Cruise control

Safety

·         Electronic stabilisation program

·         6 Airbags

·         Electronic vehicle immobilization device

·         Space-saving spare wheel