The New Q3, Expressed Through Light

As the third SUV model, following the "Q7" and "Q5"World premiere at the 2011 Shanghai Motor ShowAudi's compact SUV "Q3", which made its debut in Japan the following year in 2012, has now received its first minor change.

The new model, featuring a more powerful, wild, and three-dimensional singleframe grille, also boasts a coupe-like roofline, and its distinctive wraparound tailgate imparts a powerful and sporty impression.



Enhancing its sharp appearance are the improved, newly designed LED lights. As an option, and following the recently announcedNew "A7"the dynamic turn indicators are now available for the Q3, a feature not to be overlooked. This lighting effect, which illuminates sequentially from the inside out in 0.2 seconds to make it intuitively recognizable for other vehicles and pedestrians, is one of the expressions of Audi's advanced technology.

Moving to the interior, a cabin finished in Audi's latest modern and simple design language unfolds. The interior offers space for up to five occupants, and with the rear seatbacks folded down, it provides ample luggage space that can be expanded to 1,365 liters.

RS Q3 Also Refreshed

The engine lineup for the entry model is a 1.4-liter inline 4-cylinder turbo, delivering a maximum output of 110 kW (150 hp) and a peak torque of 250 Nm. While offering power comparable to a 2.0-liter engine, it achieves a class-leading JC08 mode fuel economy of 17.4 km/liter.

Additionally, two versions of the 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder turbo are available, with maximum outputs of 132 kW (180 hp) and 162 kW (220 hp), respectively. Their fuel economy figures of 15.0 km/liter and 14.9 km/liter represent an approximately 18% improvement in fuel efficiency compared to the previous generation.

Meanwhile, the 2.5-liter 5-cylinder turbo engine installed in the "RS Q3" has seen a significant increase in output, from the previous 310 hp to 340 hp, and peak torque from 420 Nm to 450 Nm. The 0-100 km/h acceleration time has been reduced by 0.7 seconds to 4.8 seconds, compared to theprevious modelprevious model. Fuel economy has also improved by approximately 13% to 13.0 km/liter.

Furthermore, as unveiled at the press conference, along with thenew "A1"a new "Sport" grade has been established for the Q3, featuring sports seats and Audi drive select. Additionally, numerous options are available, including the "S line package" and "black high-gloss styling package" for enhanced sportiness, and the "assistance package" with advanced safety features.

The prices are as follows: "Q3 1.4 TFSI" at 3.79 million yen, "Q3 1.4 TFSI Sport" at 3.96 million yen, "Q3 2.0 TFSI quattro 180PS" at 4.69 million yen, "2.0 TFSI quattro 220PS" at 5.39 million yen, and the "RS Q3" at 7.71 million yen.

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