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Audi Begins Local Q3 Assembly Ahead of India Launch
Audi has started building its Q3 luxury car in India.
The work is happening at a factory in Shendra, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.
Earlier, the car was produced elsewhere, but this model will now be assembled locally.
Audi plans to launch the new Q3 in India on October 16, 2026.
The car uses a 2.0-litre petrol engine.
It also has quattro technology, which powers all four wheels.
Audi says the car includes new technology and features.
Company leaders believe the factory is ready to produce the vehicle successfully.
Audi India has started local assembly of the all-new Q3 in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.
Assembly is taking place at the Skoda Auto Volkswagen plant in Shendra.
The Audi Q3 is scheduled to launch in India on October 16, 2026.
The vehicle has a 2.0-litre petrol engine and Audi quattro all-wheel drive.
Company executives described the production start as an important milestone for Audi and the facility.
- Who
- Audi India, along with Skoda Auto Volkswagen India, is involved in the Q3 assembly, with executives Piyush Arora and Balbir Singh Dhillon commenting on the move.
- What
- Audi has begun local assembly of the all-new Audi Q3 in India.
- Where
- At the Skoda Auto Volkswagen plant in Shendra, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, India.
- When
- Assembly began on Friday, September 25, 2026; the India launch is scheduled for October 16, 2026.
- Why
- The local production supports the upcoming Q3 launch and reflects the stated capabilities of the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar facility.
Key facts
- Vehicle
- All-new Audi Q3
- Assembly location
- Skoda Auto Volkswagen plant, Shendra, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
- India launch
- October 16, 2026
- Engine
- 2.0-litre petrol
- Drivetrain
- Audi quattro all-wheel drive
- Manufacturer
- Audi India
- Production significance
- The company described the start of production as an important milestone in India.
Quotes
Balbir Singh Dhillon
Brand Director of Audi India
“Today marks a significant day for us as we begin production and take another important step towards the launch of the All-New Audi Q3. The Audi Q3 has been an important gateway to the Audi brand, and this new generation is set to build on that success with its distinctive design, progressive technology and dynamic character.”
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