Overview
- Audi India released two official teasers in mid‑August that confirm the third‑generation Q3 is coming to the market this month and will replace the outgoing second‑generation model.
- The new Q3 adopts Audi’s latest global design language with a more aggressive face, split lighting front and rear, a larger grille and an illuminated Audi badge at the rear.
- Reports say the India‑spec cabin will be tech forward with an 11.9‑inch driver display, a 12.8‑inch infotainment screen, revised centre console and driver aids including Level‑2 ADAS.
- Multiple outlets report India will initially get the petrol AWD layout, keeping a 2.0‑litre turbo TFSI mated to a seven‑speed dual‑clutch gearbox and Quattro all‑wheel drive, with a Sportback variant expected to follow later in the year.
- Audi is positioning the Q3 as the lead model in a broader India rollout and is likely to price it from about Rs 60 lakh ex‑showroom, a move meant to target the festive‑season buyer set and to compete with the BMW X1 and Mercedes‑Benz GLA.