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2025 Audi

Q3

Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo

Audi Q3: best and worst years
2025 Audi Q3 (photo 1 of 2)
2025 photoAlexander-93CC BY-SA 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

HP
184
Power to weight
0.054 hp/lb
Axle ratio
3.33
Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
29 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
22 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
25 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$3,100EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂
360 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
5/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
5/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
176 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
73 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height
64 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase
106 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight
3,384 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Standard
Lane-departure warning
Standard
Recalls
1
Owner complaints
3

Feature availability

Comfort

  • Heated rear seatsUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Heated seatsUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Heated steering wheelPackage only
  • Leather seatsStandard
  • Memory seatPackage only
  • Panoramic sunroofUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Ventilated seatsUnconfirmedPackage only

Audio

  • Premium audio (any brand)Package only
  • Sony audioUnconfirmedPackage only

Cameras & visibility

  • 360 surround-view cameraPackage only
  • Backup cameraStandard
  • Head-up displayPackage only
  • Parking sensorsUnconfirmedPackage only

Driver assist

  • Adaptive cruise controlPackage only
  • Automatic emergency brakingStandard
  • Blind-spot monitorPackage only
  • Lane-keeping assistStandard

Convenience

  • Android AutoStandard
  • Apple CarPlayStandard
  • Keyless entryStandard
  • Navigation systemStandard
  • Power liftgateStandard
  • Push-button startStandard
  • Remote startUnconfirmedStandard
  • Wireless Apple CarPlayStandard
  • Wireless phone chargingPackage only

Exterior

  • Adaptive headlightsPackage only
  • Roof railsStandard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM17%
  • ENGINE17%
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM17%
  • SEAT BELTS17%
  • SEATS17%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER17%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 6 total.

Audi Q3: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

335 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 26, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERAOS-26-25

    This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the issue: The ODIS Audi Brand update 2.41.1 is setting a ODS5003E error code when you perform the 90TV SVM flash.

  • May 22, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_2080517_4

    This bulletin provides informaiotn when the starter battery is discharged or defective.

  • May 15, 2026VISIBILITY/WIPERTSB_2067557_2

    This bulletin provides informaiton when the windscreen/rear window washer pump is not working (B126101, B126113).

  • May 8, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_2077314_2

    This reporting obligation requests that techincians contact the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) when the hand held transmitter cannot be programmed to the Homelink garage door opener.

  • May 6, 2026POWER TRAINTSB_2074808_4

    The high-voltage batteries in electric vehicles are subject to various ageing effects which could lead to the energy content (energy density) being reduced. This reduction in the energy content, which is due to factors. Revised header. Added Model years

  • May 5, 2026STRUCTURE:BODYTSB_2074721_3

    This bulletin provides information when there is noise from the backrest of the front seat.

  • Apr 30, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_2080517_3

    This bulletin provides informaiotn when the starter battery is discharged or defective.

  • Apr 30, 2026STRUCTURE:BODYTSB_2079226_4

    This bulletin provides information when the sliding glass panoramic sunroof is leaking.

  • and 327 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr
Maintenance
3 yr / 30k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.