Audi Q3 returns to India in 2026: specs, price, rivals
Audi Q3 returns to India in 2026: 2.0-litre turbo, DSG, quattro, price and rivals
Audi Q3 returns to India in 2026: specs, price, rivals
New Audi Q3 returns to India in 2026 with a 204 hp 2.0-litre turbo, 7-speed DSG and quattro. Expected price ~4.7m rubles; rivals BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLA.
2025-09-23T10:11:31+03:00
2025-09-23T10:11:31+03:00
2025-09-23T10:11:31+03:00
Audi is preparing to bring back one of its most successful crossovers to the Indian market. The new Audi Q3, which debuted in Europe in the summer of 2025, is slated for an India launch in 2026, likely in the third quarter. For the brand, it’s a calculated move: the Q3 was among India’s bestsellers from 2012, but the halt in 2020 and the late arrival of the second generation dented momentum.Unveiled in Munich at IAA 2025 and built on the MQB platform, the latest Q3 is offered in Europe with petrol, diesel and hybrid variants. For India, Audi has chosen a 2.0‑litre turbocharged petrol engine rated at 204 hp, paired with a 7‑speed DSG dual‑clutch transmission and quattro all‑wheel drive. That makes the Q3 the only option in its class with this particular mix, a spec that prioritises everyday confidence over headline‑chasing figures.The crossover has grown in length by roughly 40 mm, subtly reshaping the front‑end proportions. The design leans on a new lighting signature, crisper bodywork and a more athletic stance. As before, buyers will be able to pick between the classic SUV body and the coupé‑like Sportback. The slight stretch gives the Q3 cleaner visual balance, which suits its sportier brief.Inside, the step forward is clear: a 12.8‑inch central touchscreen, an 11.9‑inch digital instrument cluster and a head‑up display. The layout brings the cabin tech to where the segment now expects it to be, without overcomplicating the basics.According to industry information, the new Audi Q3 in India is expected to be priced at about 4.7 million rubles. Key rivals include the BMW X1 and Mercedes‑Benz GLA, along with future compact premium SUVs from Volvo and Lexus. With timing and specification aligned, the Q3 looks set to re‑enter a familiar fight with a more assured hand.
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Audi Q3 returns to India in 2026: 2.0-litre turbo, DSG, quattro, price and rivals
New Audi Q3 returns to India in 2026 with a 204 hp 2.0-litre turbo, 7-speed DSG and quattro. Expected price ~4.7m rubles; rivals BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLA.
Michael Powers, Editor
Audi is preparing to bring back one of its most successful crossovers to the Indian market. The new Audi Q3, which debuted in Europe in the summer of 2025, is slated for an India launch in 2026, likely in the third quarter. For the brand, it’s a calculated move: the Q3 was among India’s bestsellers from 2012, but the halt in 2020 and the late arrival of the second generation dented momentum.
Unveiled in Munich at IAA 2025 and built on the MQB platform, the latest Q3 is offered in Europe with petrol, diesel and hybrid variants. For India, Audi has chosen a 2.0‑litre turbocharged petrol engine rated at 204 hp, paired with a 7‑speed DSG dual‑clutch transmission and quattro all‑wheel drive. That makes the Q3 the only option in its class with this particular mix, a spec that prioritises everyday confidence over headline‑chasing figures.
The crossover has grown in length by roughly 40 mm, subtly reshaping the front‑end proportions. The design leans on a new lighting signature, crisper bodywork and a more athletic stance. As before, buyers will be able to pick between the classic SUV body and the coupé‑like Sportback. The slight stretch gives the Q3 cleaner visual balance, which suits its sportier brief.
Inside, the step forward is clear: a 12.8‑inch central touchscreen, an 11.9‑inch digital instrument cluster and a head‑up display. The layout brings the cabin tech to where the segment now expects it to be, without overcomplicating the basics.
According to industry information, the new Audi Q3 in India is expected to be priced at about 4.7 million rubles. Key rivals include the BMW X1 and Mercedes‑Benz GLA, along with future compact premium SUVs from Volvo and Lexus. With timing and specification aligned, the Q3 looks set to re‑enter a familiar fight with a more assured hand.
