The new Audi Q3 Sportback bursts onto the market as the second generation of one of the most successful compact SUVs in AudiThis model, formally presented in the second half of 2025, aims directly for segment leadership thanks to a comprehensive aesthetic and technological revision and a notable range of engines that cover everything from efficient diesel versions to the advanced and long-awaited PHEV plug-in hybrid. The Sportback range is distinguished by its striking coupé body, designed with a sportier and more dynamic approach compared to the traditional Listen Q3, and becomes the commercial spearhead of Audi in numerous European markets.
With a much more sophisticated image and cutting-edge technological equipment, the Audi Q3 Sportback Not only does it visually differentiate itself from its predecessors, but it also resolutely addresses today's customer demands in terms of comfort, digitalization, efficiency, and sustainability. All this without sacrificing one of its key selling points: the excellent balance between dynamism, interior space, and practicality—essential virtues in a category where every detail makes a difference.
Technical characteristics of the Audi Q3 Sportback
The styling of the Audi Q3 Sportback faithfully reflects Audi's new design language.And it does so by projecting a sportier and more avant-garde image, with lines that characterize the brand's SUV coupes. Measuring 4,53 meters long, 1,86 meters wide, and 1,55 meters high, this model is longer than its predecessor while lowering the roof height by 29 mm, thus accentuating the coupe profile and achieving a more agile and sophisticated silhouette.
The Audi Q3 Sportback is built on the Volkswagen Group's well-known MQB Evo platform., adapted with structural and technological improvements to optimize driving dynamics, safety, and comfort. The model is equipped with progressive steering and, depending on the version, can be fitted with adaptive dual-valve suspension, which increases the ACC chassis' adaptability to the road type and the selected driving mode. It also includes various driving modes (Auto, Balanced, Offroad Plus in quattro variants) to personalize the driving experience.
In terms of habitability, given the inclination of the roof and the coupé configuration, The trunk capacity starts at 488 liters. for the conventional versions and 375 liters for the plug-in hybrid, reaching a maximum of 1.289 liters with the rear seats folded down. Despite the shape, Audi engineers have managed to ensure that the coupé body doesn't lose a single liter of cargo capacity.
Mechanical range of the Audi Q3 Sportback
La Mechanical offering of the new Audi Q3 Sportback It is one of the most varied and advanced models in the compact segment, focusing on both efficiency and dynamism. The range is structured as follows:
- Diesel 2.0 TDI 150 hp: Four-cylinder engine paired with front-wheel drive and a 7-speed S-Tronic automatic transmission. 0-100 km/h (9,2-207 mph) in 5,3 seconds, top speed of 5,9 km/h (100 mph), and average fuel consumption between XNUMX and XNUMX l/XNUMX km (XNUMX and XNUMX l/XNUMX km).
- Petrol 1.5 TFSI 150 HP microhybrid: Also front-wheel drive, with a 7-speed S-Tronic transmission. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9,1 seconds, has a top speed of 207 km/h, and has combined fuel consumption between 6,1 and 6,7 l/100 km. It has an ECO label thanks to its mild hybrid technology.
- 2.0 TFSI quattro gasolineAvailable in two power levels, 204 and 265 hp, both with all-wheel drive and automatic transmission. The 204 hp offers a 0-100 km/h time of 7,1 s and fuel consumption between 7,8 and 8,5 l/100 km, while the 265 hp reduces acceleration to 5,7 seconds and fuel consumption ranges from 8,5 to 9,0 l/100 km.
- Plug-in hybrid e-Hybrid 272 hp: It combines a 1.5 TFSI gasoline engine and an electric motor, producing a combined 272 hp. It is equipped with a 19,7 kWh usable battery (some sources indicate up to 25 kWh gross), which allows it to travel up to 119 km in WLTP-approved electric mode. It has front-wheel drive, a 7-speed automatic transmission, and a combined fuel consumption of between 1,7 and 2,2 l/100 km.
Equipment of the Audi Q3 Sportback
The technological and safety features of the updated Q3 Sportback stand out as two of its greatest selling points. As standard or depending on the trim level, it can include features such as:
- Matrix LED headlights and LED taillights with OLED technology.
- 11,9” digital instrument cluster and up to 14,5” central infotainment screen with Google Automotive.
- High-quality sound system, recycled eco-friendly materials, and customizable interior lighting options.
- Multi-zone climate control, keyless entry and start, fatigue detection, and lane departure warning.
- Cross-traffic assist, adaptive cruise control, pre-collision warning and emergency braking.
- Traffic sign recognition, semi-automatic parking assist, rearview camera, and perimeter sensors, among others.
The available finishes start at the level Business, followed by Advance, S-Line y Black Line, adjusting the standard content and allowing for extensive customization based on customer preferences.
Audi Q3 Sportback video test
The Audi Q3 Sportback according to Euro NCAP
In 2025, taking advantage of the relaunch of the Audi Q3 Sportback, Euro NCAP subjects it to its usual crash tests. After the official and homologated tests The German SUV receives the highest possible rating: 5 starsThe results by category are as follows: 87 out of 100 for adult passenger protection, 86 out of 100 for child passenger protection, 80 out of 100 for pedestrian vulnerability, and 78 out of 100 for ADAS performance. These are the same results obtained by the standard Q3, given that both share a platform.
The Audi Q3 Sportback of Km 0 and second hand
The used, 3-km Q0 Sportback in Spain is a highly valued option for those looking for a premium SUV with sporty style, good technology, and high safety without paying the cost of a new one. 0-km models, practically brand new, are usually available at dealerships with low mileage and fully equipped, with prices ranging from 47.000 and 50.000 euros, depending on the version and trim. This allows buyers to access a high-end car at a significant savings compared to a newly registered vehicle.
On the used market, the Audi Q3 Sportback maintains a solid value thanks to its reliability, efficient engines, and quality finishes. Options range from about 27.000 Euros For higher mileage 2020 units, up to about 46.000 Euros In recent versions, hybrids, or with advanced extras. The variety of engines, from gasoline to diesel with quattro drive, offers options for different driver profiles. Overall, it's an attractive option for those looking for design, versatility, and performance in a compact SUV.
Audi Q3 Sportback rivals
The Audi Q3 Sportback competes in one of the most competitive segments of the premium market., directly confronting models such as the BMW X2’s most emblematic landmarks, the Mercedes-Benz GLA Coupé’s most emblematic landmarks, the Volvo EC40’s most emblematic landmarks, the Range Rover Evoque and even Cupra-Formentor in higher versions. Compared to all of them, Audi offers a remarkable balance between driving dynamics, technology, and equipment options. All of this is rounded off with a range of engines adapted to both urban efficiency needs and those seeking greater performance.
Highlight
- A highly varied and efficient range of engines, including a plug-in hybrid with extensive electric range.
- State-of-the-art technological interior, with large digital screens and integrated Google.
- High-quality finishes and customization possibilities, with premium materials and multiple options.
To improve
- Higher entry price than the previous model and some direct rivals.
- The trunk is somewhat smaller in the PHEV plug-in hybrid version compared to the conventional thermal variants.
- Some digital functions may be complex for users less familiar with technology.
Audi Q3 Sportback prices
The range starts in 46.590 euros for the entry-level versions (1.5 TFSI 150 hp and 2.0 TDI 150 hp), a figure to which must be added the premium price of the higher trim levels and various options. The 2.0 TFSI quattro variants and the most powerful ones (204 and 265 hp) range between €52.010 and €70.660 depending on the configuration. Meanwhile, the 272 hp e-Hybrid plug-in hybrid starts at €56.090 in Spanish catalogues and can reach €65.720 in fully equipped versions.
