C & # 39; is the new generation Audi Q3

Audi presents the second generation of the Audi Q3. He has now received a digital cockpit and the latest driver assistance systems that should offer more comfort and safety.

The new Q3 is 4.48 meters long, 1.85 meters wide and 1.58 meters high. The wheelbase has increased from 7.8 centimeters to 2.68 meters. This benefits the space offered to passengers and luggage. The Q3 features new flat LED headlights, a new single frame grille and a large rear spoiler with a nod to Audi 's quattro DNA.

Interior

The new Audi Q3 has become more spacious. The rear seat is movable over a length of 15 cm, while the handrail is adjustable (7 positions) and can be folded into three parts. Depending on the position of the rear seat, the luggage compartment has a capacity of 530 or 675 liters. Folded capacity is 1,525 liters. The height of the loading floor is adjustable.

Each new Audi Q3 has a digital dashboard that can be configured according to your preferences. The Q3 has a standard touch screen on the dashboard. There is a choice of different versions with screen sizes ranging from 10.25 to 12.3 inches. The latest version also includes voice control. MMI Navigation Plus offers real-time information on traffic and parking, a fast LTE Internet connection, a Wi-Fi hotspot. Digital radio (DAB +) and Google Earth navigation are also available. Via the myAudi application, many Q3 functions can be used with the smartphone. Naturally, Apple Carplay and Android Auto are available.

Ease of Use, Comfort and Security

The Audi Q3 is equipped with several assistance systems, including Adaptive Cruise Control (in combination with S tronic). In this cruise control, adaptive cruise control, file assistant and active lane assistance come together.

Park assist allows the Q3 to park automatically. You get a 180 degree view through the rear view camera. Audi's sense front is standard on all Q3s. This system recognizes potentially dangerous situations involving pedestrians, cyclists and / or other vehicles. The system warns for this with optical and acoustic signals and can independently perform an emergency stop if necessary. The lane departure warning is also standard.

Driving Behavior

The longer wheelbase ensures that bumps with a little more comfort can be taken. Control of the damper is optional. The amortization is automatically adjusted to the road surface and driving conditions. The Audi Q3 is also available with a stiffer sport suspension suspension in combination with progressive steering. With the Audi drive select option, you can choose from six driving settings, including "car", "comfort", "off-road" and "individual" configuration. The Q3 is available with wheel sizes ranging from 17 to 20 inches.

Three TFSI Engines and a TDI

At the end of the year, the Audi Q3 will be available with a choice of three TFSI gasoline engines and a TDI diesel. All four-cylinder engines are equipped with turbo technology and direct injection. The basic model is the Audi Q3 35 TFSI with the 1.5-liter petrol engine of 110 kW / 150 hp and a torque of 250 Nm. The stop of the cylinder provides additional efficiency with this model. The Audi Q3 40 TFSI features a two-liter gasoline engine developing 140 kW / 190 hp and a torque of 320 Nm. The Audi Q3 45 TFSI features a double-liter of 169 kW / 230 hp (350 Nm). The quattro all-wheel drive is standard on 2.0 TFSI versions.

The Audi Q3 35 TDI has a 2.0 TDI of 110 kW / 150 hp and a torque of 340 Nm. To begin with, it is in combination with quattro – later also comes with a version with front-wheel drive. The 2.0 TDI of 140 kW / 190 hp is also in the schedule.

Introduction to the market at the end of this year

The new Q3 will be launched at the end of this year. Each new Q3 comes standard with a digital dashboard, plus MMI radio with Bluetooth, a multifunction steering wheel, air conditioning and LED headlights. By way of introduction, Audi also presents an additional complete sports version. The exact specifications of this model and other models will be announced as well as prices in the perspective of the introduction to the market.