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This is the Audi Q3 vs BMW X1 comparison. These are the smallest SUVs you can currently buy from BMW which actually engineers and makes cars and Audi that are upgraded VWs. Only the BMW is the prestige brand with it’s heavily promoted and sporting drive in past models. The Audi sells based on technical innovation? or something like that – it’s not very clear to us so remains best described and completely honestly as a upgraded VW.
BMW X1 Vs Audi Q3 exterior: Both are not attractive SUVs or convey that they are high quality or prestige from that any other brand or manufacturer. That said all have great build and fit. The Audi looks better based on our internal poll.
BMW X1 Vs Audi Q3 interior: Audi usually have interiors that define modern luxury in terms of material and design touches that lift it from the competition. While the interior quality of Q3 is very good the same Audi stereotype as the current models – it is a little sad at this price range. The aftermarket quality addition of the screen is not impressive. The BMW interiors are never promoted as anything other than functional and driver focused and that is true for the X1. The X1 interior quality and design are very good, consistent and do feel good. Without a side by side comparison we think the X1 overall looks and feel better – better design but essentially the same materials. That said both require additional interior options to make them look or feel any better than say the latest Qashqai.
BMW X1 Vs Audi Q3 engine and technology: This time BMW gets virtually all points taken off its rating purely do to the rip of tuned turbo trick. Same engine up the boost and charge significantly more completely despicable move and one in the claimed professional press point out and that no one except us are willing to complain. Sure charge a little more but not rip of amount of money. Thankfully Audi has strangely not done this to the Q3 – yet – so wins lots of points. Technology packs are available for both models but certainly not out of the ordinary compared to say a Ford Focus ‘Titanium’ top range version or other similar sized SUVs.
BMW X1 Vs Audi Q3 drive: N/A
The conclusion to the BMW X1 Vs Audi Q3 comparison is simple yet difficult. Both are flawed in various ways to us due to price since there are just as good small SUVs for less money, in particular the Nissan Qashqai. The BMW does seem like a performance Q ship with the availability of the 180kw powered version but then the Nissan Juke (for example) has just as impressive thanks to lower weight and hi tech AWD system. So we have to consider branding and as a result the BMW X1 wins. Forget the brand image and Audi is the model to buy.
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| Engines | |
| 4 Cylinder Petrol CHP 1.4 Litre (1395) 95 Octane Turbo DI DOHC EFI Claimed 110Kw @ 5000 RPM Claimed 250Nm @ 17500 RPM |
IL4 Cylinder DOHC EFI DI Turbo Desel 2.0 Litre (1995cc) Claimed 105Kw @ 4000RPM Claimed 320Nm @ 1750RPM |
| 4 Cylinder Petrol CCZ 2.0 Litre (1984) 95 Octane Turbo DI DOHC EFI Claimed 125Kw @ 4300 RPM Claimed 280Nm @ 1700 RPM |
IL4 Cylinder DOHC EFI DI Turbo Desel 2.0 Litre (1995cc) Claimed 135Kw @ 4000RPM Claimed 380Nm @ 1750RPM |
| 4 Cylinder Diesel R9M 2.0 Litre (1968cc) DI Turbo diesel Claimed 103Kw @ 4200RPM Claimed 320Nm @ 1750RPM |
IL4 Petrol DOHC VVT EFI Turbo 2.0 Litre (1997cc) Claimed 135Kw @ 5000RPM Claimed 270Nm @ 1250RPM |
| IL4 Petrol DOHC VVT EFI Turbo 2.0 Litre (1997cc) Claimed 180Kw @ 5000RPM Claimed 250Nm @ 1250RPM |
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| Weight | |
| Kerb weight FROM 1550Kg Towing capacity up to 1800kg |
From 1495Kg Towing capacity up to 1800kg |
| Fuel capacity & consumption | |
| Up to 64 litres IL4 1.4 litre Petrol 7.7 litres per 100km IL4 2.0 litre Petrol 7.7 litres per 100km IL4 2.0 litre Diesel 5.8 litres per 100km |
Up to 61 litres IL4 2.0 Diesel 5 per Lts 100km AVG IL4 2.0 Diesel 5.4 Lts per 100km AVG IL4 Petrol 6.8 Lts per 100km AVG IL4 Petrol 7.3 Lts per 100km AVG |
| Other specifications | |
| 6 0r 7 speed Auto Overall height/width 1590/1835 Overall length/wheelbase 4385/2603 4WD system: None ANCAP Safety: 5/5 Tyre size: 235-55-17 |
8 speed Auto Overall height/width 1545/1798 Overall length/wheelbase 4477/2760 4WD system: AWD or 2WD ANCAP Safety: 5/5 Tyre size: |
| Capability | |
| Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Ground clearance (unloaded) xxmm Water Fording depth xxmm Max |
Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Min ground clearance xxx mm Water Fording depth xxx mm |
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| Pricing | |
| 2015 FROM $42,300 – 56,500 AUD + any additional packages *Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing, specifications, on-road costs, accessories and specials etc.. everything as usual is subject to change! |
2015 $46,000 – 59,990 AUD + any additional packs *Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing, specifications, on-road costs, accessories and specials etc.. everything as usual is subject to change! |