29 January 2014, 09:12 AM
Audi Q3 SUV will gain for the new year more compact and efficient 1.4-litre TFSI petrol engine alongside a new S line Plus specification option. The new unit substitutes the 140 hp (103 kW) 2.0-litre TDI one but shares its front-wheel-driven configuration.
The SE and S line trim levels will get the engine, which produces 150 hp (110 kW) delivered between 5,000 and 6,000rpm, and maximum torque of 250 Nm (185 lb-ft) from 1,750 to 3,000rpm. The unit transmits the power onto the road via six-spe
25 October 2013, 11:13 AM
A. Kahn Design is ready to announce its next exquisite project, which this time is not on the favorite for the tuning company Land Rover models, but on an Audi Q3 2.0 TDI S. The result is breathtaking - a luxury mini SUV that mixes elegant performance with rugged practicality.
In fact, the vehicle was designed in such way that it deliberately avoids the traditional ‘boxy’ look of a standard SUV. The modifications on this vehicle are minimal, but this does not take away the exclusivity of the
20 March 2013, 06:22 PM
Here is an interesting video of the new high-performance SUV - Audi RS Q3. This is the first “Q” model to get the RS designation. It was introduced at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show, this month. It is expected to hit the market in Germany this fall with prices starting from €54.600.
RS Q3 is powered by a five-cylinder 2.5 liter turbocharged petrol with 310HP (228 kW) at 5,200RPM and 420Nm (310 lb-ft) of torque at just 1,500RPM. The engine is connected to a 7-speed S-tronic gearbox sending the
20 February 2013, 03:02 PM
Audi RS Q3 will be one of the main stars at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show. In addition, it will be the first ever Audi SUV to be handed over to the specialists at quattro GmbH for full, no-holds-barred RS transformation.
At the core of this RS pioneer is the 2.5-litre TFSI engine mated to a seven-speed S tronic twin-clutch transmission. It has a 2,480 cc of engine displacement thanks to which the SUV generates 310 hp (228 kW) peak at between 5,200 and 6,700 rpm, and maximum torque of 420 Nm
20 July 2012, 02:06 PM
250th quattro-equipped model variant of Audi Q3 has just be introduced. This is the latest TDI version of acclaimed compact SUV, named Audi Q3 2.0 TDI Quattro.
Thanks to its 2.0-litre TDI engine the Audi generates 140 hp (103 kW) at 4,200rpm and 320Nm (236 lb-ft) between 1,750 and 3,200rpm. Given these numbers it is no surprise that the 0-62 mph sprint is achieved in only 9.9 seconds. Its top speed is 122mph and has a combined fuel consumption of MPG 49.6 and CO2 emissions of 149g/km.
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14 May 2012, 09:18 PM
The 2012 Paris Motor Show, which will be held well into the second half of this year in September, is to become the venue for a new Chevrolet. We are talking about a compact SUV which will be an obvious competitor to the Audi Q3 and BMW X1. Say hello to the Chevrolet Trax.
What the company promises with the five-seater Trax is high value, quality, refinement and looks at a lower-than-usual prices. For now we have this render which supposedly exhibits “a musular exterior design and a wide aest
02 March 2012, 03:22 AM
MTM are going to be at Geneva and do they have a treat for us or what? Two treats in fact. The world these days is mad about SUV's and MTM is listening carefully. That is why at the show, the custom house will feature an MTM Q3 2.0 TFSI Quattro baby SUV and … a not-much-of-an-SUV MTM T 500 2.5 TFSI 4motion which is, and there is no other way of saying this, basically a VW T5 van. But things start looking a bit different when closing in. The company has really made an effort in bringing the spor
09 January 2012, 07:37 PM
Audi has unveiled the Q3 Vail Concept in Detroit. The vehicle will share the limelight with the new generation Audi A4 at the North American International Automobile Show (January 14-22), and will combine striking, harder-edged styling with a suitably brawny 2.5-litre TFSI petrol engine delivering extreme power.
The Q3 Vail Concept is developed for young fans of winter sports who love skiing or snowboarding. It is finished in Energy Red with golden pearlescent particles. The colour is really
27 October 2011, 03:55 PM
Audi Q3 has earned the maximum 5-star rating from Euro NCAP. 2012 Audi Q3 is the safest vehicle in its category. It managed to pass all tests for passive safety - adult safety in a side, frontal or rear collision, for child safety and pedestrian protection.
The 2012 Audi Q3 will certainly come with front side airbags and curtain side airbags, plus full power assists. There is also a fasten seatbelt reminder for the front and the rear seat passengers.
The pedestrian protection is at very hi
11 August 2011, 02:25 PM
ABT has created a special tuning package for the new 2012 Audi Q3. The small crossover received both styling and performance packages.
The aerodynamics kit includes new front bumper, new front grille, door strip attachments, rear diffuser housing exhaust tailpipes and a rear wing.
There are also a set of lowering sport springs and a number of CR and DR design light alloys in dimensions between 18” and 20”. The sets are available with low profile sport tires.
The performance upgrades inc
17 May 2011, 01:09 PM
2012 Audi Q3 compact SUV will be available to order in the beginning of June. Deliveries will start in November, this year. Q3 is priced at £24 560 OTR and features superb technologies and innovations.
The engine range includes four power units all combining direct fuel injection with turbo charging and all backed up by start-stop and energy recuperation systems. The 2.0 litre TFSI with either 170PS or 211PS and 2.0 litre TDI with 140PS and 177PS. The 2.0-litre TDI 140PS unit will power the f
13 April 2011, 02:04 PM
Audi has fully unleashed the official details on its highly anticipated 2012 Audi Q3 compact SUV ahead of its public premiere at the Auto Shanghai 2011.
Representing a small premium SUV with urban yet robust character, the 2012 Audi Q3 showcases classic Audi vision - coupe-like design and sporty lines, blended with distinctive, extraordinary-shaped LED lighting technology.
Boasting a total weight of less than 1,500 kilograms, the soon-to-be-premiered compact SUV has a safe and solid passen