With the launch of its all-new Q3, Audi will replace the oldest model in its current line-up. The second generation of its compact SUV will use a version of the Volkswagen Group’s MQB platform, which should make it lighter and more economical than the outgoing car, despite also being longer and wider.
As previewed in our exclusive image, the exterior styling will be a subtle evolution of the current car’s with a larger grille similar to that seen on the new A8. But it’s inside the Q3 where there are more significant changes, with more passenger space and a larger boot, plus a dashboard design packed with Audi’s latest tech such as the Virtual Cockpit TFT digital instruments.
From launch, the Q3 will use Audi’s four-cylinder petrol and diesel engines, to be joined later by a plug-in hybrid that combines a 1.4-litre petrol engine with an electric motor. This will give a pure electric range of about 30 miles and CO2 emissions of less than 40g/km.
