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BMW X3 vs Audi Q3 Sportback

Do you want to find out which car is the best, BMW X3 or Audi Q3 Sportback? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between X3 and Q3 Sportback. BMW X3 Price starts at Rs.72.50 Lakh (ex-showroom) for xDrive20d M Sport and Audi Q3 Sportback Price starts at Rs.54.22 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Quatttro AWD. BMW X3 is 4 cylinder, 1995 cc Engine can generate 188 bhp @5200rpm power whereas Audi Q3 Sportback is a 4 cylinder, 1984 cc Engine can generate 190bhp@4200-6000rpm power. In terms of mileage, X3 provides a mileage of 17 kmpl (base model), and Q3 Sportback has a mileage of 15 kmpl (base model).

X3 vs Q3 Sportback

Key HighlightsBMW X3Audi Q3 Sportback
PriceRs.72.50 LakhRs.54.22 Lakh
Engine Capacity1995 cc1984 cc
Power188 bhp @5200rpm190bhp@4200-6000rpm
Mileage/Range17 kmpl15 kmpl
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BMW X3 xDrive20d M Sport  car
xDrive20d M Sport
Rs. 72.50 Lakh
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Audi Q3 Sportback Quatttro AWD car
Quatttro AWD
Rs. 54.22 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

X3 specificationsQ3 Sportback specifications
Variant Name
On Road Price
85.63 Lakh
Price Breakup
62.68 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
User Rating
3.7
4.7
Boot Space (Litres)
550 Litres
530 Litres
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Engine Displacement
1995 cc
1984 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
188 bhp @5200rpm
190bhp@4200-6000rpm
Colors
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

X3 Brakes, Suspension & TyresQ3 Sportback Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Front Suspension
Double -joint Tension-rod Spring-strut Axle
sport suspension with a taut spring/damper
Rear Suspension
Five-link Axle
sport suspension with a taut spring/damper
Front Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Front Tyre Size
245/50 R19
235/55 R18
Rear Tyre Size
245/50 R19
235/55 R18
Turning Radius
6 meters
5.5 meters
Tyre Size Spare
245/50 R19
235/55 R18
Wheels Size
R19
R18

Exterior

X3 ExteriorQ3 Sportback Exterior
Sunroof
checkYes
checkYes
Power Windows
checkYes
No
Rain Sensing Wipers
checkYes
checkYes
Automatic Headlamps
checkYes
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Instrumentation

X3 InstrumentationQ3 Sportback Instrumentation
Fuel level guage
Digital
Analog
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Speedometer
Analogue - Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Infotainment & Communication

X3 Infotainment & CommunicationQ3 Sportback Infotainment & Communication
Apple CarPlay
checkYes
checkYes
Android Auto
checkYes
checkYes
Voice Command
checkYes
checkYes
Infotainment Screen
checkYes
checkYes
Multifunction Display
checkYes
checkYes
Basic Warranty
2 Years or 10000000 KMS
5 Years or Unlimited KMS

Engine & Transmission

X3 Engine & TransmissionQ3 Sportback Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity
1995 cc
1984 cc
Engine Type
TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder
Audi Q3 NF 40 TFSI quattro
No. of Cylinders
4
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
DOHC
No
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Gears
8-Speed
7 Speed
Power
188 bhp @5200rpm
190bhp@4200-6000rpm
Torque
400 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm
320Nm@1500-4100rpm
Fast Charging
No
No
Drivetrain
All Wheel Drive (AWD)
All Wheel Drive (AWD)
ARAI Certified Economy
17 kmpl
15 kmpl
Top Speed
132 kmph
220 kmph
Emission Norm
BS VI
BS VI

Comfort & Convenience

X3 Comfort & ConvenienceQ3 Sportback Comfort & Convenience
Cruise Control
checkYes
checkYes
Start / Stop Button
checkYes
checkYes
Power Steering
checkYes
checkYes
Adjustable steering
checkYes
checkYes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
checkYes
checkYes
Drive Modes
3
6
Keyless Entry
checkYes
checkYes
Electronically Adjustable Seats
checkYes
checkYes
Glove Box Cooling
checkYes
checkYes
12v Power Outlet
checkYes
checkYes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
checkYes
checkYes
Adjustable Headrests
checkYes
checkYes
Distance to Empty display
checkYes
checkYes
Navigation System
checkYes
checkYes
Instrument Console
checkYes
checkYes

Safety

X3 SafetyQ3 Sportback Safety
Airbags
6
6
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
checkYes
checkYes
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
checkYes
checkYes
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
checkYes
checkYes
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
No
No
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
checkYes
checkYes
ASR / Traction Control
checkYes
checkYes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
checkYes
checkYes
Hill Assist
checkYes
checkYes
Reverse Camera
checkYes
No
Central Locking
checkYes
checkYes
Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror
checkYes
checkYes
Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera
checkYes
checkYes

Dimensions & Capacity

X3 Dimensions & CapacityQ3 Sportback Dimensions & Capacity
Length
4708 mm
4518 mm
Width
1891 mm
1579 mm
Height
1676 mm
1558 mm
Wheelbase
2864 mm
2680 mm
Ground Clearance
204 mm
170 mm
No. of Seats
5
5
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
68 Litres
62.4 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
6.5 Litres
5.7 Litres
Boot Space
550 Litres
530 Litres
Kerb Weight
1865 kg
1595 kg
Body Type
SUV
SUV

Pros & Cons

X3 Pros & ConsQ3 Sportback Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Efficient diesel engine options
  • Powerful engine options + fun-to-drive nature from BMW prominent
  • Striking and attractive design
  • Coupe like roof design looks sporty
  • Drives easy, comfortable seats
  • Low NVH levels, cabin is super silent
  • Offers neutral handling. Ride is comfortable too
  • Punchy performance from the 2.0 turbo petrol
Cons
  • Design might not appeal to everyone
  • Lower variants look less sublime than M-Sport variants
  • Rivals offer more features
  • No diesel option
  • Bigger Q5 is just 20% more expensive
  • No wireless connectivity for Android Auto / Carplay
  • No seat ventilation, no panoramic sunroof
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Detailed Comparison of BMW X3 and Audi Q3 Sportback

Safety

X3 comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Hill Assist, Reverse Camera, Central Locking, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror. Q3 Sportback has ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Hill Assist, Central Locking, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, Lane Watch Camera/ Side Mirror Camera.

Transmission

BMW X3 comes with All Wheel Drive (AWD) and 8-Speed Automatic transmission. And Q3 Sportback comes with All Wheel Drive (AWD) and 7 Speed Automatic transmission.

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BMW X3 and Audi Q3 Sportback Owner Reviews

  • X3 Review
  • Q3 Sportback Review
    • S
      Swapnil
      1 Year ago
      Review for BMW X3
      3.5
      The car is very comfortable and well-designed seats
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    • SS
      Shobhit Sharma
      1 Year ago
      Review for BMW X3
      3.5
      The exterior design look modern, useful in everyday driving. Comfortable drive and performance
      Likes (1)
    • PR
      Prithwi Ray
      2 Year ago
      Review for BMW X3
      3.6
      Car has phenomenal performance, ok ride quality but suffers from low mileage when driven aggressively which it is designed to be.
      Likes (4)
    • PS
      Preety Singh
      2 Year ago
      Review for BMW X3
      4.2
      There is no issues with the car just that I feel Heavy steering at low speeds.
      Like
    • A
      Anonymous
      7 Month ago
      Review for Audi Q3 Sportback
      5.0
      nicely designed fully luxurious from inside the cabin
      Like
    • Ss
      Sonu singh
      1 Year ago
      Review for Audi Q3 Sportback
      4.0
      Car look classy,comfortable, great performance i like this car
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    BMW X3 and Audi Q3 Sportback FAQs

    What is the on-road price of BMW X3?
    The on-road price of BMW X3 is Rs. 85.63 Lakh in New Delhi.
    What is the on-road price of Audi Q3 Sportback?
    The on-road price of Audi Q3 Sportback is Rs. 62.68 Lakh in New Delhi.