Audi India is set to launch the new Q3 on October 16, 2026. This India-spec Q3, which debuted in August 2026, is the first of all-new Audis to arrive in the country and will be locally assembled. The outgoing second-generation version of this entry-level luxury SUV has been on sale for four years. Bookings for the new Q3 commenced earlier this month.
To be powered solely by a turbo-petrol engine
The third-generation Audi Q3 is powered by a 2.0-litre direct-injection turbo-petrol engine. Though power figures are yet to be confirmed, it is expected to produce 204hp and 320Nm. A 7-speed DCT sends power to all wheels via Audi’s Quattro AWD system that’s likely to be standard fitment across the Q3 range.
Gets an aggressive exterior and a tech-laden interior
The new Q3’s exterior looks more imposing than that of its predecessor. Unlike its rivals that sport a traditional headlamp setup, the Q3 gets a split headlamp design with configurable daytime running lamps (DRLs). In profile, it gets body-coloured cladding, a chrome beltline, 18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels and a black trim across the side windows and rear windscreen. The back comes with a split design for the tail-lamps, an illuminated Audi logo and a spoiler.
Inside, the Q3 gets an upmarket interior with a dual-screen setup for the digital driver’s display and infotainment screen. There’s a four-spoke steering wheel, a steering column-mounted gear lever and features such as a Sonos sound system, a panoramic sunroof, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, dual-zone climate control and a 360-degree camera setup.
Expected to be priced at around Rs 55 lakh
As this is a new-generation model, the upcoming Audi Q3 is likely to be priced at around Rs 55 lakh-60 lakh (ex-showroom), at a premium over the current version, which ranges from Rs 43.67 lakh to Rs 53 lakh. The SUV will continue to take on the likes of the BMW X1, Mercedes-Benz GLA and Mini Countryman C.
All prices are ex-showroom, India.