The New Generation Audi Q3 Makes Its UAE Debut

The new Audi Q3 is a premium SUV with great all-round talents. Boasting a new, sportier design – with the striking Single-frame in octagonal design, large air inlets and strong muscles over the wheel arches – the compact SUV has also grown in virtually all dimensions. The uniquely spacious nature of the new Q3 takes it to a whole new level of practicality and flexibility. It is 4,484 millimetres long, 1,849 millimetres wide and 1,585 millimetres high. Its wheelbase, which has been stretched by 77 millimetres, offers lots of space. At the same time the Q3 is exceptionally versatile – thanks to the adjustable rear seats and height-adjustable loading floor along with numerous storage compartments. Depending on the position of the rear seats and backrests, the luggage compartment capacity is between 530 and 1,525 litres.

Combining excellent all-round visibility with a sporty seating position, the new Q3 offers the same comfort as the next broader vehicle category. The operating and display concept of the premium SUV has been overhauled from the ground up, with even the entry-level model boasting a digital instrument cluster with a smartphone interface allowing Apple Car Play and Android Auto. The extensive infotainment is all controlled via a 10.1-inch touchscreen display in the centre console which, together with the air conditioning controls, is tilted ergonomically toward the driver.

Mark Austin, General Manager at Ali & Sons, commented: “The new Q3 combines a powerful, dynamic design with practicality and innovation, providing not only a sporty and spacious ride but also the impressive digital experience our customers have come to expect from the brand with Four Rings. Its abundant space and comprehensive adaptability allow a greater utility and we are excited to welcome the next generation Q3 for people to experience firsthand.”

The new Audi Q3 enters the UAE market with 35 and 40 TFSI engines. It features the cylinder on-demand system, which switches off the second and third cylinder temporarily at low and medium loads, thus helping reduce fuel consumption in combination with the seven-speed S-Tronic transmission.

Three stylish trim line variants are available to give UAE customers even more opportunity to personalise their preference. The entry version comes with 17-inch alloy wheels and a high gloss package. The advanced version provides the customer with 18” alloy wheels as standard, specific bumpers and contrast painting (full body paint available as an option) and an interior featuring a sporty aluminium trim. The S-line version has even more choice with sporty 19” alloy wheels, S line bumpers and full body paint (contrast painting available as an option) as well as the sporty aluminium trim interior.

Price for the Audi Q3 in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain starts at AED 173,000, with LED headlights, 20-spoke cast alloy wheels, ambient lighting package and Sports contour leather-wrapped steering wheel included as standard.