Audi Q3

The redesigned Q3 has one powertrain choice: a 255-hp, 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission driving all four wheels. It’s among the quickest entry-level luxury SUVs, with a 0-to-60-mph time of 6.5 seconds. Confident handling makes the Q3 enjoyable to drive, while its reasonably comfortable ride helps with daily livability. However, the switch from a conventional automatic to a dual-clutch transmission results in some annoying lurchiness at low speeds. Fuel economy is unimpressive, at 24 mpg overall. A new control stalk mounted behind the steering wheel combines the gear selector, turn signals, and windshield wiper controls into a single layered piece. Other controls rely heavily on the central touchscreen, which debuts a somewhat simplified, higher-contrast revision of Audi's infotainment system. The interior is nice and feels spacious for the class, but it's not particularly luxurious, making the Q3 a questionable value. Only one trim, the S line quattro, is available at launch.

Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.