---
title: "2019 Audi Q3: Ingolstadt’s Smallest Crossover Evolves"
description: "The subcompact crossover rivals the BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLA while slotting, naturally, between the Q2 and Q5 in Audi's lineup."
date: "2018-07-25"
modified: "2018-07-25"
authors:
  - name: "Chris Tsui"
    job_title: "Contributor"
    link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/chris-tsui"
url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/22399/2019-audi-q3-ingolstadts-smallest-crossover-evolves"
categories:
  - "News"
tags:
  - "Audi"
  - "BMW X1"
  - "German Cars"
  - "GLA"
  - "Mercedes-Benz"
  - "Q3"
  - "Q5"
  - "Subcompact Crossover"
  - "suv/crossover"
---

# 2019 Audi Q3: Ingolstadt’s Smallest Crossover Evolves

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**Year, Make, Model:**

[As predicted by previous rumors](<https://www.thedrive.com/news/12503/a-redesigned-audi-q3-could-come-in-mid-2018-report-says>), Audi has taken the wraps off of its second-generation 2019 Q3. The subcompact crossover rivals the BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLA while slotting, naturally, between the [Q2](<https://www.thedrive.com/new-cars/2419/heres-the-audi-q2-ingolstadts-mini-countryman-rival>) and Q5 in Audi's lineup.

**What's New:** Audi's entry-level SUV is all-new for 2019, coming in with a fresh design that's sportier and punchier than the one it replaces. Its large, octagonal corporate grille coupled with some handsomely sculpted fenders make for a small luxury crossover that looks scrappy yet dignified, albeit not overly exciting. Par for the luxury crossover course, then.

Stepping inside, the Q3 gets Audi's 10.25-inch virtual cockpit in lieu of traditional gauges as well as a 10.1-inch touchscreen on a center console that's tilted precisely ten degrees towards the driver. *Sehr sportlich.*

Audi says the sophomore Q3 is bigger in all dimensions, with a wheelbase that's 3 inches longer than before. With all the seats folded down, this bad boy can fit a whopping 53.9 cubic feet of cargo.

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*Audi AG*

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*Audi AG*

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*Audi AG*

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*Audi AG*

In Germany, the Q3 will come with a selection of turbocharged four-cylinder engines with outputs ranging from 150 horsepower to 230 horsepower. In its home country, this thing will even be available with a manual transmission. No word on whether that'll come stateside but I wouldn't hold my breath. Most buyers will likely opt for the seven-speed S tronic automatic.

As for tech that makes maneuvering the Audi easier, the new Q3 gets adaptive cruise assist, four 360 degree cameras, and park assist.

**Quotable:** Per Audi's press release, "In the second generation, \[the Q3\] appears not only visually more self-confident, but also roomier and more versatile. Just like the Audi top-of-the-line models, it features a fully digital operating and display concept, extensive infotainment solutions and innovative assist systems. They enhance comfort, as does the further developed suspension."

**What You Need to Know:** The current 2018 Q3 starts at $32,900 and is the second-cheapest car with four new rings on its grille. The A3 sedan starts around $1,000 less. Expect the new car to occupy the same space.

Those with a bit more cash to splash and an appetite for speed can look forward to an RS Q3 in the near future.

## Author
Chris Tsui is *The Drive*'s former Reviews Editor and current freelance automotive journalist. He's based in Toronto.

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