Audi Q3 vs Bmw X1

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Audi Q3

Audi Q3

Zenith

55.99 lakh

BMW X1

Bmw X1

sDrive18d M Sport 2.0 Diesel

52.90 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbocharged
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

1984 cc
1995 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Diesel

Gearbox Type

DCT
DCT

Number of Gears

7
7

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Drive Layout

All Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Max Engine Power

204 hp at 4500 - 6000 rpm
150hp at 3750-4000rpm

Max Engine Torque

320 Nm at 1500 - 4400 rpm
360Nm at 1500-2500rpm

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

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Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

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Lockable Differential/s

–

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Direct Injection
Common Rail

Official Fuel Economy

12.36 kmpl
20.37 kmpl

Fuel Tank Capacity

60 litres
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Emission Standard

–
Bharat Stage VI

Auto Start/Stop

–

User Reported Mileage

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17.91 kmpl

0-100kph

–
8.85 s

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

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5.08 s

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

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6.67 s

Suspension & Steering

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Turning Radius

5.9 m
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Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Disc
Disc

Wheel Size

18 inches
18 inches

Front Tyre Size

235/55 R18
225/55 R18

Rear Tyre Size

235/55 R18
225/55 R18

Wheels

Machine finished alloys
Alloys

Front Suspension Type

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Independent, MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

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Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

–
Independent, Multi-link

Rear Springs

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Coil Springs

Damper Control

–

Ride Height Adjust

–

Steering Adjust type

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Electric

Steering Adjust

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Tilt and Telescopic

Spare Wheel

–

Dimensions

Length

4531 mm
4500 mm

Width

1859 mm
1845 mm

Height

1623 mm
1630 mm

Wheelbase

2681 mm
2692 mm

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

488 litres
476 litres

Doors

5
5

Comfort

Ambient Lighting

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Climate Control

3-zone
2-zone

Sunroof

Panoramic
Panoramic

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Acoustic Windshield

–

Electric Tailgate Release

Power Windows

–
Front and Rear

12 Volt Port

–

Door Pockets

–

Vanity Mirror

–

Cup Holders

–

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Interior Lamps

–

Cabin Boot Access

–

Bluetooth Connectivity

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

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All

Powered Tailgate

–

Rear Reading Lamp

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

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All

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

–

Remote Locking

–

Keyless Entry

–

Push Button Start

–

Rear AC Vents

–

Third Row AC Vents

–

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

–

Rear Window Sun Shades

–

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

–

Rear Power Outlet

–

Driving Modes

–

Cruise Control

–

Auto Parking

–

Launch Control

–

Dead Pedal

–

Hands-free Boot Opening

–

Safety

Airbags

6
6

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Parking Camera

360 degree
Rear

Heads Up Display

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Door Ajar Warning

–

Seat Belt Warning

–

Driver Airbag

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–

Dashcam

–

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

–

Curtain Airbag

–

Front Collision Avoidance

–

Lane Keep Assist

–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

–

Passenger Airbag

–

Side Airbag

–

Overspeed Warning

–

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

–

Brake Assist (BA)

–

Electronic Parking Brake

–

Traction Control

–

Electronic Stability Control

–

Hill Start Assist

–

Hill Descent Control

–

Central Locking

–

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

–

Child Safety Lock

–

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

–

Automatic Headlamps

–

Automatic Wipers

–

Rear Washer/Wiper

–

Rear Defogger

–

Day/Night Interior Mirror

–
Auto

Parking Sensors

–
Rear

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

–
Warning Only

Blind Spot Monitor

–

Adaptive Cruise Control

–

Exterior

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

–

Puddle Lamps

–

ORVM turn indicators

LED DRLs

LED headlamps

LED taillights

Body Coloured Bumpers

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Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Antenna

–
Shark Fin

Projector Headlamps

–

Front Fog Lamps

–

Interior

Speedometer

Digital

Tachometer

Digital

Seat Material

Leatherette
Leatherette

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Adjustable Front Headrests

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders
Yes with Holders

Heated Seats

Front Only

Trip Meter

–

Average Fuel Consumption

–

Average Speed

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Distance to Empty

–

Low Fuel Level Warning

–

Instantaneous Consumption

–

Gear Indicator

–

Shift Indicator

–

Head-up Display

–

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

–

Ventilated Seats

–

Massage Seats

–

Front Seat Armrest

–

Individual Chairs at Rear

–

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

–

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

–

Rear Seat Backrest Split

–
60:40

Third Row Seats

–

Seat Count

–
5

Entertainment

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

12.8-inch Touchscreen
10.7-inch Touchscreen

Speakers

12
12

Audio System

–

CD Player

–

USB Input

–

AUX Input

–

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

–

Bluetooth Telephone Function

–

Steering Audio Controls

–

Steering Phone Controls

–

Android Auto

–
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

–
Wireless

MirrorLink

–

Web Browser

–

Video Player

–

Satellite Navigation

–
On-board

Voice Commands

–

Gesture Controls

–

Touchpad

–

Rear Entertainment Screens

–

Connected Car Features

Remote AC On / Off via App

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

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Emergency Call Button

–

Find My Car

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Over the air (OTA) updates

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SOS Button

–

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

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Questions you may find useful

•7w

Which car would be more convenient among the ninth-generation Toyota Camry, Audi Q3, and BMW X1 LWB if I drive only around 50 km per week?

•7w

I’m considering the Volkswagen Tayron R-Line, Audi Q3, BMW X1, and MINI Countryman petrol. I drive myself and am looking for a car that offers a good balance of features, comfort, and driving pleasure. Which one would be the best choice?

•7w

Hi, I am contemplating between the VW Tayron R-Line, BMW X1 LWB, MINI Countryman petrol, and Audi Q3. I like to drive myself and go on road trips every quarter. Kindly suggest which one would be better in terms of features and comfort.

•10w

Hi, I have a budget of Rs. 60 lakh (on-road). Which car should I buy between the CLA EV and Audi A4? Should I go for an SUV like BMW X1 LWB or upcoming Audi Q3? My daily driving is a maximum of 50-60 km, and I also take road trips every 3-4 months.