New Audi Q3 comes in autumn as a burner and plug-in
Audi announced the third generation of Q3 for this autumn. After numerous premieres in the middle and upper class, this will be the first new compact in years. The SUV can be ordered from summer. The delivery for the competitor of cars such as BMW X1 and Mercedes GLA begins in September, announces Audi and sets 44,600 euros as a starting price.
Somewhat more concise in the design than before, the Q3 keeps its format. The dimensions change only minimally. According to Audi, the new generation is 4.53 meters long and offers space for up to five inmates. Thanks to an as standard sliding back seat, a variable trunk with 488 or 575 to 1,386 liters is added. The dashboard has a new cockpit with a flat, free -standing display to the center console and completely redesigned levers for indicators, wipers & Co.
Petrol, diesel and a version with plugs
For the drive, Bayern have provided two petrol engines with 1.5 liters of displacement and 110 kW/150 hp/204 hp, a 2.0 liter TFSI with 195 kW/265 hp and a 2.0-liter diesel with 110 kW/150 hp. Of which, the stronger engines are offered with all-wheel drive instead of front-wheel drive.
A new plug-in hybrid has a system output of 200 kW/272 hp and wants to beat the bridge for electric driving. There is a battery with 25.7 kWh, which enables up to 120 kilometers of range and loads up to 50 kW on the DC column (DC), Audi continues.
