The 2026 Audi Q3 SUV and Sportback will start at $61,600 before on-road costs when the new generation arrives in Australian showrooms, with more technology and a broader lineup.
Due in Australia in the second quarter (April–June) of 2026, the new Q3 SUV and Sportback represent the third generation of Audi’s small SUV and bring an all-new body riding on the MQB Evo platform used across the Volkswagen Group.
Audi Australia has confirmed key details and pricing, but is yet to provide full equipment specifications for the local lineup.
Along with a more aggressive exterior inspired by the latest Q5 SUV, the new Q3 introduces new engines, updated interior technology and higher equipment levels for Australian buyers, albeit with price rises compared to the outgoing model.
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Priced from $61,600 before on-road costs for the Q3 SUV TFSI 110kW, the 2026 Q3 starts $2900 higher than its predecessor, while the Sportback, priced from $64,600, kicks off at a $3600 premium.
Alongside the regular Q3 SUV, the Sportback body style features a more aggressive roofline and sits 29mm lower, with the sleeker exterior reducing boot capacity from 1386 litres in the SUV to 1289 litres in the Sportback. Depending on the variant, Sportbacks cost $2000 to $3000 more.
Across the range, the new Q3 debuts Audi’s latest MMI (Multimedia Interface), featuring a curved assembly incorporating an 11.9-inch digital instrument display and a 12.8-inch central touchscreen.
Also standard is a 360-degree camera system, with Audi promising a “full suite” of driver-assistance and safety technologies, including a new reversing assistant and ‘trained parking’, which can memorise parking manoeuvres.
Engines start with a new 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol mild-hybrid producing 110kW of power and 250Nm of torque, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and driving the front wheels.
Audi promises improved fuel efficiency over the 1.4-litre engine the new entry-level powertrain replaces, which claimed combined fuel consumption of 6.9L/100km in base form.
Standard equipment in the base Q3 includes:
- Adaptive LED headlights with three selectable daytime running light signatures
- Acoustic front side glass
- Illuminated rear Audi rings
- Keyless entry
- Power tailgate
- Power-adjustable front seats
- Leather upholstery
- Wireless smartphone charging (incl. cooling function to prevent devices overheating)
- 260-watt, 10-speaker sound system with a subwoofer
- Coloured ambient lighting
- Cross-brushed aluminium interior inlays
Sportback variants add an S line exterior package and unique 19-inch alloy wheels, but go without roof rails.
Launch Edition variants, offered on both 110kW and 150kW Q3 SUV and Sportback models for a $5400 premium, add metallic paint, 19-inch ‘sports’ alloy wheels with red brake calipers, a black exterior styling package, adaptive dampers and a sound actuator.
You can step up to a more powerful 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine producing 150kW and 320Nm – up from 132kW – paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch auto and all-wheel drive. Audi claims a 0-100km/h time of 7.1 seconds.
An S line exterior package is standard on 150kW models, along with 19-inch alloy wheels, sports front seats with integrated head restraints, and hill descent control.
Launch Edition versions of the 150kW Q3 SUV and Sportback receive the same upgrades as the 110kW Launch Edition and also attract a $5400 premium.
At the top of the range, flagship Q3 variants produce 195kW and 400Nm from a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch auto and all-wheel drive.
The power increase – up from the previous 132kW/320Nm – offers performance-focused buyers some respite ahead of an anticipated, but not officially confirmed, RSQ3 flagship.
Audi Australia claims the more potent engine enables a 0–100km/h sprint in 5.7 seconds, with standard equipment including 20-inch alloy wheels, red brake calipers, privacy glass, a panoramic sunroof and adaptive dampers.
Pricing
| Model | Price before on-road costs |
|---|---|
| Audi Q3 SUV TFSI 110kW | $61,600 (+$2900) |
| Audi Q3 SUV TFSI 110kW Launch Edition | $67,000 (n/a) |
| Audi Q3 Sportback TFSI 110kW | $64,600 (+$3600) |
| Audi Q3 Sportback TFSI 110kW Launch Edition | $69,000 (n/a) |
| Audi Q3 SUV TFSI 150kW quattro S Line | $70,200 (+$8200) |
| Audi Q3 SUV TFSI 150kW quattro Launch Edition | $74,600 (n/a) |
| Audi Q3 Sportback TFSI 150kW quattro | $72,700 (+$1900) |
| Audi Q3 Sportback TFSI 150kW quattro Launch Edition | $77,100 (n/a) |
| Audi Q3 SUV TFSI 195kW quattro | $81,900 (n/a) |
| Audi Q3 Sportback TFSI 195kW quattro | $84,400 (n/a) |