2.0-litre turbo petrolWill be followed by A5 and Q9The third-generation Audi Q3 has been revealed in India ahead of its market launch during the festival season of 2026.
New Audi Q3 Exterior HighlightsOn the outside, the new Q3 gets Audi's latest grille with low-set headlamps, full LED DRLs and contrast coloured elements in the bumper.
The rear gets an illuminated Audi logo, connected LED light bar and completely new tail lamps with individual LED elements.
New Audi Q3 Interior Highlights and feature listInside, the dashboard is dominated by dual digital screens angled towards the driver.
New Audi Q3 powertrain optionsThe Indian market will get the new Q3 with a 2.0-litre turbo petrol tuned to produce 200bhp and 320Nm.
2.0-litre turbo petrol
Will be followed by A5 and Q9
The third-generation Audi Q3 has been revealed in India ahead of its market launch during the festival season of 2026. This is the first of Audi’s big products for the Indian car market for the next 12 months and will be followed by the A5 sedan and Q9 SUV.
New Audi Q3 Exterior Highlights
On the outside, the new Q3 gets Audi's latest grille with low-set headlamps, full LED DRLs and contrast coloured elements in the bumper. In profile, the Q3 rides on 18-inch diamond cut alloy wheels and body coloured door handles and ORVMs. The rear gets an illuminated Audi logo, connected LED light bar and completely new tail lamps with individual LED elements.
New Audi Q3 Interior Highlights and feature list
Inside, the dashboard is dominated by dual digital screens angled towards the driver. At the same time, new elements include a new steering wheel, panoramic sunroof, new centre console with chrome elements, powered front seats, multi-zone climate control, level 2 ADAS, 360-degree camera package with auto park function. AT the time of this reveal, Audi showcased only the interior colour scheme, but we expect multiple options when the car launches. Compared to the second-generation model, this new Q3 has grown by 100mm in terms of length and wheelbase.
New Audi Q3 powertrain options
The Indian market will get the new Q3 with a 2.0-litre turbo petrol tuned to produce 200bhp and 320Nm. This engine is mated to a seven-speed DCT and will be offered with the automaker’s quattro AWD as standard.
New Audi Q3 Expected Pricing and Rivals
It is expected to be offered in multiple variants and will likely be priced in the range of Rs. 46 lakh to Rs. 52 lakh. Major rivals include the Mercedes-Benz GLA, BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe, Mini Countryman and BMW X1 LWB. Given its position, it will also take on cars like the Volkswagen Tayron, Skoda Kodiaq, Toyota Fortuner, MG Majestor and also future models from Honda and Hyundai. With the arrival of this car, the entry-level luxury segment battle has taken off once again.
