2026 Audi Q3 launched in India at Rs 51.99 lakh

Audi has launched the all-new Q3 in India, with prices starting at Rs 51.99 lakh (ex-showroom), this is introductory pricing. The new-generation luxury SUV is offered in two variants: Nova and Zenith and is powered by a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine paired with Audi's quattro all-wheel-drive system.2026 Audi Q3: Engine and performanceThe new Q3 is powered by a 1,984cc, four-cylinder, 2.0-litre TFSI turbo-petrol engine. It produces 204bhp between 4,500rpm and 6,000rpm, while the peak torque of 320Nm is available between 1,500rpm and 4,400rpm.The engine is paired with a quattro permanent all-wheel-drive system. The SUV can accelerate from 0 to 100kmph in 7.1 seconds and has a claimed top speed of 229kmph.Both variants come with a comfort suspension setup, progressive steering and Audi drive select, which allows the driver to choose between different driving modes. 2026 Audi Q3: Exterior and designThe all-new Q3 gets LED lighting, a panoramic sunroof and illuminated Audi rings at the rear. The SUV is available with two wheel designs, depending on the variant.The Nova variant gets 18-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels and LED headlights plus, along with high-beam control.The higher-spec Zenith variant features 18-inch five-arm aero alloy wheels with a black, gloss-turned finish and digital matrix LED headlights.Both variants get configurable daytime running light signatures, LED rear lights pro, a headlight cleaning system, acoustic glazing for the front door windows and power-folding, electrically adjustable and heated exterior mirrors. The mirrors also feature memory and automatic dimming functions.The Zenith additionally gets lane and orientation lighting, along with customised coming-home and leaving-home lighting signatures at the front.Exterior colour options include Mythos Black, Tambora Grey, Navarra Blue, Sage Green and Glacier White.2026 Audi Q3: Interior and featuresThe cabin gets a digital instrument cluster, an MMI infotainment system, electrically adjustable front seats and a panoramic sunroof.Both variants feature a 12-inch Audi virtual cockpit plus digital instrument cluster and a 12-inch navigation plus infotainment system with MMI touch response. Wireless smartphone connectivity and a phone compartment with inductive charging are also standard.The front seats are electrically adjustable and get memory functionality for the driver, while the front seats also feature four-way lumbar support and heating. The SUV gets a leather and artificial leather combination for the seats, ambient lighting package plus, a frameless automatically dimming interior mirror and a heat-reflecting windshield.The Nova variant gets matt cross-brushed aluminium inlays and a twin-spoke leather steering wheel with multifunction controls and shift paddles. The Zenith features American Whitewood Natural anthracite inlays and a twin-spoke sport leather steering wheel with a flat top and bottom.Both variants get a rear-seat bench with a centre armrest and cupholders, along with front head restraints and interior elements finished in cloth and artificial leather.The Zenith variant adds a head-up display, while the Nova gets a standard Audi sound system with 10 speakers and 260W output. The higher-spec variant upgrades to a 12-speaker SONOS premium sound system with 420W output.2026 Audi Q3: Comfort and convenienceThe new Q3 comes with a three-zone deluxe automatic climate control system, park assist plus with a parking system, a reversing camera and an electrically opening and closing luggage compartment lid.A convenience key is standard across both variants. The SUV also gets USB charging ports for occupants in the first and second rows, with the Zenith featuring higher-capacity USB interfaces.The panoramic sunroof is standard on both variants.Subscribe to Auto Today Magazine - Ends