Archive · 25 Aug 2026
New Audi Q3 Debuts In India Ahead Of October Sale
Audi has shown a new version of its Q3 SUV in India.
The SUV looks sharper and is bigger than the older model.
It has new headlights and rear lights connected by a light strip.
Inside, there are two large digital screens and seats that can move to create more space.
The boot can hold 488 litres, or up to 1,386 litres when the rear seats are folded.
The Indian version is expected to use a petrol engine with power sent to all four wheels.
It is also expected to include tools such as emergency braking, lane warnings and parking assistance.
The car may go on sale in October.
Audi has not announced the final price, but reports estimate it at about Rs 55 lakh to Rs 60 lakh.
Audi has debuted the third-generation Q3 in India, with market sales expected in October.
The redesigned SUV is larger and features a wider grille, split lamps, Matrix LED headlights and OLED tail-lamps linked by a light bar.
Its updated cabin includes dual digital displays, sliding and reclining rear seats, and 488 litres of boot space expandable to 1,386 litres.
The India-spec Q3 is expected to use a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine producing 204 PS and 320 Nm, with a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox and quattro all-wheel drive.
Audi is expected to announce pricing around the festive season, with reports estimating approximately Rs 55 lakh to Rs 60 lakh ex-showroom.
- Who
- Audi is introducing the third-generation Audi Q3 in India.
- What
- The new luxury SUV brings larger dimensions, redesigned styling, updated cabin technology, driver-assistance features and an expected 2.0-litre turbo-petrol powertrain.
- When
- The Q3 has debuted in India, with sales expected in October; pricing is likely to be announced around the festive season. One report described the introduction as scheduled for the following day.
- Where
- India.
- Why
- Audi is updating its entry-level luxury SUV and positioning it against the BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLA.
Earlier launch report
Debut and sales report
Launch timing
Earlier launch report
One report said Audi was set to introduce the Q3 in India the following day.
Debut and sales report
Other reports said the Q3 had already debuted in India, with market sales expected in October.
Expected pricing
Earlier launch report
One estimate placed the Q3 at around Rs 55 lakh ex-showroom.
Debut and sales report
Other reports estimated a price closer to Rs 60 lakh ex-showroom; Audi is expected to announce the final figure around the festive season.
- Model
- Third-generation Audi Q3
- Expected Indian launch timing
- Market sales are expected in October
- Dimensions
- 4,531 mm long, 1,859 mm wide and 1,623 mm tall
- Expected engine
- 2.0-litre TSI turbo-petrol engine
- Expected output
- 204 PS and 320 Nm
- Expected drivetrain
- Seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission with quattro all-wheel drive
- Cargo capacity
- 488 litres, expanding to 1,386 litres with the rear seats folded
- Expected price
- Approximately Rs 55 lakh to Rs 60 lakh ex-showroom, depending on the report
