New Audi Q3 Launched in India at ₹51.99 Lakh, Gets Digital Matrix LED Headlights and Quattro AWD
Audi India has launched the all-new Audi Q3 at an introductory price of ₹51.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The compact luxury SUV combines a 2.0-litre TFSI petrol engine with quattro all-wheel drive, an updated digital cockpit and new lighting technology. The model is locally assembled at the SAVWIPL plant in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra.
The new Q3 brings changes to its exterior lighting, cabin layout, infotainment system and driver-assistance features, while retaining its focus on performance and everyday usability.
Mr. Neeraj Chopra, Ms. Sharvari Wagh
Audi Q3: Engine and Performance
Powering the all-new Audi Q3 is a 2.0-litre TFSI petrol engine that produces 150 kW of power and 320 Nm of torque. The SUV can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds and comes equipped with Audi’s quattro all-wheel-drive system.
The SUV also gets progressive steering and Audi drive select with five driving modes: Balanced, Dynamic, Comfort, Efficiency and Offroad+. A comfort suspension setup, hill hold assist and downhill assist are designed to support driving across different conditions.
New Lighting Technology and Exterior Features
One of the key highlights of the new Audi Q3 is its Digital Matrix LED headlight system, which uses 25,600 individual micro-LEDs. The headlights offer four selectable daytime-running-light signatures and three dynamic light projections, along with lane and orientation lighting functions.
At the rear, the SUV features LED rear lights pro and illuminated Audi rings. Other exterior highlights include 18-inch five-arm aero alloy wheels in a black gloss-turned finish, a panoramic sunroof, and power-adjustable, heated and folding exterior mirrors with auto-dimming and memory functions. Projection lighting integrated into the exterior mirrors is another feature.
Audi will offer the new Q3 in five exterior colours: Sage Green, Mythos Black, Glacier White, Navarra Blue and Tambora Grey. The interior is available in Tamarind Brown and Pergament Beige.
Digital Cockpit and Cabin Technology
Inside, the new Audi Q3 features a digital stage panoramic display comprising a 30.22 cm Audi Virtual Cockpit and a 32.51 cm MMI touch display. A head-up display projects essential driving information into the driver’s line of sight.
The cabin also gets a new integrated switch module. The lever on the right selects gears, while the one on the left controls lighting, windshield wipers and cleaning functions. This arrangement frees up space in the centre console.
For entertainment, the SUV features a SONOS premium sound system with 12 high-performance speakers and a 420-watt amplifier. It offers Neutral, Concert, Lounge and Podcast sound profiles, along with a customisable profile.
Other features include wireless smartphone connectivity, wireless charging, higher-capacity USB interfaces and an ambient lighting package with 30 colours.
Comfort and Safety Features
The new Q3 gets power-adjustable front seats, with a memory function for the driver’s seat, leather and artificial leather upholstery, and three-zone automatic climate control. Rear passengers benefit from adjustable seat recline and a sliding rear-seat function, allowing flexibility between passenger comfort and luggage space.
Convenience features include Park Assist Plus with a rear-view camera, reversing assist with 50-metre reverse-route memory, a convenience key and an electrically operated luggage-compartment lid.
Safety equipment includes nine airbags, adaptive cruise control, front emergency brake assist, a driver attention and fatigue monitor, and seat belt pretensioners.
Mr. Martin Sander, Member of the Board of Management, Sales and Marketing, AUDI AG Mr. Neeraj Chopra Mr. Balbir Singh Dhillon, Brand Director, Audi India Ms. Sharvari Wagh Mr. Ravi Shastri Ms. Viktoria Kaufmann-Reiger, Senior Director, Sales Overseas, AUDI AG Mr. Piyush Arora, MD & CEO, SAVWIPL
Audi Q3 India Price and Ownership Packages
The all-new Audi Q3 is priced at ₹51.99 lakh (ex-showroom) as an introductory offer. Audi is also offering ownership packages that include roadside assistance coverage of up to 15 years, service packages of up to 10 years and extended warranty packages of up to 10 years.
Introductory package options include a two-year comprehensive Service Value Package with a 2+3-year extended warranty, or a five-year comprehensive Service Value Package with a 2+3-year extended warranty. Finance options include long-duration financing of up to 10 years, balloon offers and assured buyback options.
With local assembly, a turbo-petrol engine, quattro all-wheel drive and a technology-focused cabin, the all-new Audi Q3 marks Audi India’s latest addition to the compact luxury SUV segment.