2020 Audi Q3 Review

Name: 2020 Audi Q3 Review
Brand: Audi

Price Range: $19,990 - $28,998

2020 Audi Q3 Premium Plus 45 TFSI quattro 4dr SUV Exterior. European Model Shown.

2020 Audi Q3 S line Prestige 45 TFSI quattro 4dr SUV Exterior Shown

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The 2020 Q3's compact dimensions and fastback roofline drastically reduce the available space inside compared with other crossover SUVs. But pleasing performance, exceptional fit and finish, and standard all-wheel drive make it a lot easier to overlook the lack of space.

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2020 Audi Q3 Review

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What's new

No significant changes for 2020
Part of the second Q3 generation introduced for 2019

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2020 Audi Q3 Premium 4dr SUV AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.47 per gallon for premium unleaded in Mississippi.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Mississippi

$192/mo

$142/mo

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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

3.5/5Above Average

#13 out of 18 among Luxury Compact SUVs

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

^{The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the Audi Q3 from 2008-2022.}

$625/yr

vs. $559/yr
for Average Luxury Compact SUV

Frequency

^{The average number of times this model is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year (omitting small routine visits, e.g., oil changes).}

1.66x/yr

vs. 1.23x/yr
for Average Luxury Compact SUV

Severity

^{The probability that a repair will be a major issue, meaning the repair costs 3x the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).}

9.5%

vs. 8.6%
for Average Luxury Compact SUV

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Audi Q3 Reviews

Owner Reviews

3.7

29 reviews

5(48%)

4(17%)

3(7%)

2(11%)

1(17%)

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I liked it on paper and in my test drive

Karen, 08/16/2020

2020 Audi Q3 Prestige S line 4dr SUV AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)

I went down the black hole of car reviews for two years or more. I buy cars outright then keep them for a very long time. I owned my last two for 15 years each. I really like the all wheel drive and blind spot monitor. The seats are a little firm but comfortable, visibility is good, the back seat is built for adults and there is plenty of door pocket storage and the trunk is a good size. … The a/c works well, I like the ability to change the dash display depending on my needs, plus it's fun to drive with enough pick-up to merge easily, and sticks on the corners with the all wheel drive. I've been pleasantly surprised at how stable it feels in a turn and on snow. It also doesn't lean much in the corners. The cons are I still haven't gotten my Android Auto to send my voice texts and no one at Audi can tell me how to do it short of "just plug it in". I've found neither the sales staff or IT department at the dealership can help solve those problems as they seem only to know the basics. For instance, my email address changed and no one could tell me how to update it in the car. I've had more luck with Audi USA IT department, (to update: the son of a salesman straightened out my Android Auto. It will text and make phone calls which is not as nice as the full service function but works well enough for me and saves the $400 per year fee). The 6 month Audi Connect service touted in all the advertising, which works as one would expect (permitting you to reply and create text messages and emails by voice, reading text and emails to you, make calls, find a restaurant, etc,) expires the Android system will connect to Google Maps but nothing else. I was assured Android Auto would work with the same functionality as my phone...but it does not. I'd like to see the interface between the technology work much better. I think the Apple link is better. It is surprising not to have memory seats in a premium model car, considering my 2003 Saab has them. It would have been nice to have a heated steering wheel option, and the manual seems to be made for every Q3 on the planet so it takes a while to figure out what your car comes equipped with and what is doesn't and is confusing. My final criticism is I don't know if the automatic lift gate has a sensor to stop it when closing if my arm is in the way. I've been too chicken to test it. My enjoyment, however, far outweighs my complaints, and I find I look forward to hopping into my car as I've gotten to know it over the past year. I feel much safer with electronic eyes keeping a lookout as well as mine, although keep in mind they are not infallible. All in all, it's a user friendly car and I think I'll give 5 stars as soon as I get more of my Android Auto functions untangled. Finally, I live in a city with lots of pot holes and sharp objects on the street. I got the tire and wheel 60 month warranty and it's one of the best things I did as I've had to replace 2 tires already ($400 each retail). Update: I've gotten the Android link to work quite well. Once I'm plugged in, I can ask Google to find a gas station, send a text, call a number, navigate to xxxx, etc. I need to be sure my phone is unlocked for it to work is the only step to remember. Very useful.

Love our Q3

CapeOKW56, 01/20/2020

2020 Audi Q3 Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)

We've had our 2020 Q3 for a couple of months and it is certainly a step up from our previous Fords. It rides and handles extremely well, just rock solid, and has plenty of power around town and on the highway. The tech is outstanding and the B&O sound system is awesome. As for the gas mileage, don't believe the negative numbers. Our salesman told us that Audi underestimates the mileage …

2020 Q3 is great

Marylander, 01/09/2021

2020 Audi Q3 Premium Plus S line 4dr SUV AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)

We got this 2020 Q3 certified pre-owned with low miles at a great price from Audi Hunt Valley. While it is not quick (like an A4) it accelerates when you need it. This vehicle feels solid on the road and has alot of room behind the back seat for cargo. My wife was not a big fan of the Q3 because we had looked at one in 2017 and found it too small and underpowered. Now, she wants this …

Q3 very nice vehicle

Sandra, 03/01/2020

2020 Audi Q3 Prestige S line 4dr SUV AWD w/45 TFSI (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)

We have had our 2020 Q3 for 2 weeks now. So far we are very pleased with our choice of the Q3. We purchased the Prestige model. The reason for not giving this vehicle 5 stars as I really think the Prestige model should have been equipped with memory seats and Audi Connect for emergencies. We discovered just before our purchase that this vehicle was lacking those two items which we …

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2020 Q3 Highlights

Trim:

Premium

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$34,700
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	22 MPG
Cost to Drive	$192/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	23.7 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Q3 models:

Audi Pre Sense Front: Warns if a front collision is imminent and automatically applies the brakes if the driver doesn't respond in time.
Audi Side Assist: Notifies the driver if a vehicle is lurking in a blind spot. Includes lane departure warning as well.
Top View Camera: Provides a top-down 360-degree view of the Q3 that makes parking maneuvers easier. Included with the Prestige trim level.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall4 / 5
Driver4 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover16.4%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Acceptable
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good

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2020 Q3 is great

Q3 very nice vehicle

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