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First Drive: 2019 Audi Q3
« on: September 25, 2018, 07:39:21 am »
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Re: First Drive: 2019 Audi Q3
« Reply #1 on: September 25, 2018, 08:25:09 am »
Nice to see better engine options available.

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Both are 2.0 litre turbocharged four-cylinders, but while one is the company’s familiar unit with 190 hp/236 lb-ft of torque, the other is a new 258 horsepower and 251 pound-foot version that moves the Q3 from the bottom of the pack, power-wise, to the top.

But I'm really starting to miss analog gauges.

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Re: First Drive: 2019 Audi Q3
« Reply #2 on: September 25, 2018, 08:27:48 am »
I think this new Q3 could actually be the top of it's class.  I like the styling, outside and especially inside.  The base engine choice is a bit weak but at least they have the upgraded engine as a choice.  I kind of hope that we get the RS version with the 5 cylinder engine out of the TT-RS and RS3.
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Re: First Drive: 2019 Audi Q3
« Reply #3 on: September 25, 2018, 08:31:11 am »
I used to think Audi had some of the best interiors in the business, but this one is hard on the eyes with all the sharp square lines... reminds me of the Civic for some odd reason. Exterior is handsome though, will give it that.
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Re: First Drive: 2019 Audi Q3
« Reply #4 on: September 25, 2018, 08:33:31 am »
Quote from: JohnnyMac on September 25, 2018, 08:27:48 am
I think this new Q3 could actually be the top of it's class.  I like the styling, outside and especially inside.  The base engine choice is a bit weak but at least they have the upgraded engine as a choice.  I kind of hope that we get the RS version with the 5 cylinder engine out of the TT-RS and RS3.

Agreed. This looks way better than the previous generation.
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Re: First Drive: 2019 Audi Q3
« Reply #5 on: September 25, 2018, 08:56:30 am »
Very appealing.   Especially with the more powerful engine. I will consider ordering one of these very soon for delivery next summer.


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Re: First Drive: 2019 Audi Q3
« Reply #6 on: September 25, 2018, 10:08:04 am »
I think the styling changes, though somewhat subtle, are a massive improvement.  Nice vehicle, something I would consider for myself if I didn't have kids. 
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Re: First Drive: 2019 Audi Q3
« Reply #7 on: September 25, 2018, 10:11:51 am »
Quote from: Gurgie on September 25, 2018, 08:31:11 am
I used to think Audi had some of the best interiors in the business, but this one is hard on the eyes with all the sharp square lines... reminds me of the Civic for some odd reason. Exterior is handsome though, will give it that.

Agreed, Audi used to be the benchmark for simple, elegant and functional interiors, this one is a bit of a mess.  And the flat part at the bottom of the wheel seems to be over-exaggerated.

It also reminds me of all the odd geometries in the Ford Focus.

Having lived with the Golf, I love its simple lines.



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Re: First Drive: 2019 Audi Q3
« Reply #8 on: September 25, 2018, 11:26:54 am »
That orange one with the black trim looks really, really good. The Q3 was a bit dated when they started selling it here and it definitely needed an upgrade. Nice that Quattro is standard now too.
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Re: First Drive: 2019 Audi Q3
« Reply #9 on: September 25, 2018, 11:32:01 am »
I'm curious how they will price this new model. 2018 quattro models are....

quattro Komfort tiptronic
38,400.00 CAD

quattro Progressiv tiptronic
41,200.00 CAD

quattro Technik tiptronic
45,500.00 CAD
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Re: First Drive: 2019 Audi Q3
« Reply #10 on: September 25, 2018, 11:41:07 am »
Quote from: Gurgie on September 25, 2018, 08:31:11 am
I used to think Audi had some of the best interiors in the business, but this one is hard on the eyes with all the sharp square lines... reminds me of the Civic for some odd reason. Exterior is handsome though, will give it that.

Yes, it does have more of the 'sharp square lines'. I prefer the traditional Audi understated high quality interiors as well, but the trend these days seems to be leaning heavily towards 'tech'. The vents are especially similar to those on a Civic.

IMO, the exterior more than makes up for the interior.
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Re: First Drive: 2019 Audi Q3
« Reply #11 on: September 25, 2018, 11:45:08 am »
A much better looking (and much  needed) update. That said, given how old the previous Q3's platform was, I was always surprised by how many I saw on the road. Clearly Audi knew something we didn't.

Quote from: quadzilla on September 25, 2018, 08:25:09 am

But I'm really starting to miss analog gauges.



I agree. I realize the Virtual Cockpit is a premium feature but I'd much prefer traditional analog guages. Same issue with Mercedes' setup.

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Re: First Drive: 2019 Audi Q3
« Reply #12 on: September 25, 2018, 12:10:51 pm »


 :(



Looks like Volvo is the new interior leader.
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Re: First Drive: 2019 Audi Q3
« Reply #13 on: September 25, 2018, 12:25:27 pm »
Agreed, Volvo always had excellent interiors that have just got better with time. Stunning Nordic simplicity.

Loving how edgy and angles is now "modern tech" - next MR Corvette to be an angular wedge a la Lotus Esprit?
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Re: First Drive: 2019 Audi Q3
« Reply #14 on: September 25, 2018, 03:00:09 pm »
Agreed here as well. That Q3 is way too busy. Maybe ok for a video game, not for a car..
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Re: First Drive: 2019 Audi Q3
« Reply #15 on: September 25, 2018, 03:19:40 pm »
i like it, especially in that orange colour...but i don't know how much it is.
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Re: First Drive: 2019 Audi Q3
« Reply #16 on: September 25, 2018, 09:50:00 pm »
Quote from: Sir Osis of Liver on September 25, 2018, 12:10:51 pm


 :(



Looks like Volvo is the new interior leader.

Wish they would nail down theer reliability even to audi levels
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