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Sanjit Tiwari

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I am confused between the Audi Q3 and the Skoda Kodiaq. I drive around 1000 kms per month, mainly in the city. I am getting a good deal on Q3 as well as Kodiaq L&K, at almost the same on-road price. Please suggest.

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The Skoda Kodiaq is more spacious and feels more modern than the Audi Q3, and it comes with all the equipment a luxury car buyer would want, including wireless Apple and Android connectivity, which the Q3 doesn’t have.
However, although the Q3 feels dated, especially on the inside, it has a certain old-school charm and superb cabin quality, with ride quality in particular being exceptional. The rear seats are quite cramped, but if you drive yourself, the compact dimensions of the Q3 will be a boon in Mumbai traffic. Yes, the Kodiaq gives you more car for the money, but the Audi Q3 has stronger badge value and is nicer to drive.
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