Audi Q3 Model Years and History

The 2026 Audi Q3 has undergone a comprehensive redesign, emerging as an all-new vehicle for this model year. This substantial refresh introduces sleek new bodywork, a modernized interior, and advanced headlight technology. Under the hood, the vehicle features a more powerful turbocharged four-cylinder engine, complemented by an updated suspension system for enhanced performance and ride quality.

The Audi Q3 carries over with minimal changes for 2025.

The Audi Q3 carries over with minimal changes for 2024.

The Audi Q3 carries over with minimal changes for 2023.

For 2022, the Q3 comes with minor changes to the standard equipment and a new infotainment system.

For 2021, the Q3 comes with minor package changes and Audi has removed the Prestige trim from the lineup.

The Audi Q3 gets no significant changes heading into the 2020 model year.

The Audi Q3 gets a full redesign for the 2019 model year. The Q3 grows a little bit, offering a more spacious interior and a little more comfort. However, the SUV is still relatively compact, meaning it's right at home in the city. Styling on the new Q3 is clean and functional with just a little bit of that signature Audi flair, and the Q3 is packed full of the latest automotive technology.

For 2018, Audi adds more features to the Q3's Premium base trim including heated front seats and a new bumper as well as features that were previously only available on the Premium Plus, LED taillights daytime running lights, 12-way power front seats and a panoramic sunroof. The Prestige trim has been removed. The Convenience package gets a power lift-gate and an auto-dimming rearview mirror.

For 2017, Audi gives the Q3 crossover a new Premium base trim, with standard features like LED taillights and daytime running lights, 12-way power front seats, and a panoramic sunroof, which were previously available only on Premium Plus. That trim level, the Premium Plus, now features heated power folding mirrors and a power tailgate.

The Audi Q3 gets a few minor updates after last year's introduction. The front fascia has been refreshed with new headlights and a new grill, while some of the interior details have also been improved. New standard equipment is also available on the Q3, most notably parking sensors and a rearview camera. Rounding out the various changes, the Prestige trim gets full LED headlights, dynamic rear turn signals and 19-inch wheels.

The Audi Q3 luxury crossover is an all-new model for 2015. Based on the VW Tiguan platform, the compact SUV wears similar sheetmetal to its larger Audi siblings. It comes powered by a direct-injected and turbocharged 2.0L 4-cylinder that produces 200 horsepower and 207 pound-feet of torque. A 6-speed automatic puts power to the wheels -- either through standard front-wheel drive or via the optional quattro all-wheel drive. The new Q3 is priced from $32,500.