Audi Q3 Sportback vs BMW 3 Series [2016-2019]

CarWale brings you comparison of Audi Q3 Sportback and BMW 3 Series [2016-2019]. The Audi Q3 Sportback price is Rs. 69.99 Lakh and BMW 3 Series [2016-2019] price is Rs. 46.69 Lakh. The Audi Q3 Sportback is available in 1984 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and BMW 3 Series [2016-2019] is available in 1998 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol. 3 Series [2016-2019] provides the mileage of 17.61 kmpl.

Q3 Sportback vs 3 Series [2016-2019] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Q3 Sportback	3 Series [2016-2019]
Price	Rs. 69.99 Lakh	Rs. 46.69 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1984 cc	1998 cc
Power	193 bhp	181 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (DCT)	Automatic
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

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Audi Q3 Sportback

Technology Plus S-line

Rs. 69.99 Lakh

On-Road Price, Idukki

BMW 3 Series [2016-2019]

320i Prestige

Rs. 46.69 Lakh

Last Recorded Price

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Audi Q3 Sportback

Technology Plus S-line

BMW 3 Series [2016-2019]

320i Prestige

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SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
BROCHURE
COLOURS

Specifications and Finance

Finance

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Engine & Transmission

Top Speed (kmph)	220
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)	7.3
Engine	1984 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1998 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	2.0L TFSI Turbocharged I4	BMW TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder petrol engine
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	193 bhp @ 4200-6000 rpm	181 bhp @ 5000 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	320 Nm @ 1500-4100 rpm	270 Nm @ 1350 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)		17.61View Mileage Details
Drivetrain	AWD	RWD
Transmission	Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic - 8 Gears, Manual Override, Sport Mode
Emission Standard	BS 6
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Twin Turbo
Others	Idle Start/Stop	Idle Start/Stop

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	McPherson Struts
Rear Suspension	4-Link Axle
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	5.5
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Hydraulic)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver	Alloy
Front Tyres	235 / 55 R18	225 / 55 R16
Rear Tyres	235 / 55 R18	225 / 55 R16

Features

Safety

Braking & Traction

Locks & Security

Comfort & Convenience

Electronic Parking Brake	Yes with Auto Hold
Air Conditioner	Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)	Yes (Automatic Dual Zone)
Front AC	Two Zones, Individual Fan Speed Controls	Two Zones
Rear AC	Vents Behind Front Armrest, Common Fan Speed Control
Heater
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors	Driver & Co-Driver	Driver & Co-Driver
Anti-glare Mirrors	Electronic - Internal Only	Electronic - All
Parking Assist	Reverse Camera
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Cruise Control
Headlight and Ignition On Reminder
Keyless Start/ Button Start
Steering Adjustment	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
12V Power Outlets	1	2

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	10 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	10 way electrically adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, seat height up / down, lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest up / down)
Rear Row Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Leather	Fabric
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Interiors	Dual Tone	Dual Tone
Interior Colours	Okapi Brown and Pearl Beige	Black
Rear Armrest		With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full
Split Rear Seat	60:40 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Storage

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Scuff Plates	Aluminium
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
One Touch Down	All	All
One Touch Up	All	All
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable	Electrically Adjustable & Retractable
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Rear Defogger
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Painted	Chrome
Door Pockets	Front	Front & Rear
Side Window Blinds		Rear - Manual
Bootlid Opener	Internal with Remote	Internal with Remote
Rear Windshield Blind		Electric

Exterior

Lighting

Instrumentation

Instrument Cluster	Digital	Analogue
Trip Meter	Multi-Function Display	Multi-Function Display
Average Fuel Consumption
Average Speed
Distance to Empty
Clock	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Level Warning
Door Ajar Warning
Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Gear Indicator
Shift Indicator	Dynamic	Dynamic
Tachometer	Analogue	Analogue

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Display	Touch-screen Display	LCD Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	10
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	10	6
Steering-mounted controls
Voice Command
GPS Navigation System
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone & Audio Streaming	Phone & Audio Streaming
AUX Compatibility
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
Head Unit Size	Not Applicable	2 Din

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Navarra Blue Metallic	Black Sapphire
	Mythos Black Metallic	Alpine White
	Daytona Grey Metallic
	Glacier White Metallic

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Q3 Sportback vs 3 Series [2016-2019] Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between Audi Q3 Sportback and BMW 3 Series [2016-2019]?

Audi Q3 Sportback price is Rs. 69.99 Lakh and BMW 3 Series [2016-2019] price is Rs. 46.69 Lakh. Hence BMW 3 Series [2016-2019] is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: How is the performance of Q3 Sportback compared to 3 Series [2016-2019]?

For the Technology Plus S-line variant, 1984 cc Petrol engine of Q3 Sportback produces 193 bhp @ 4200-6000 rpm of power and 320 Nm @ 1500-4100 rpm of torque. For the 320i Prestige variant, 1998 cc Petrol engine of 3 Series [2016-2019] produces 181 bhp @ 5000 rpm of power and 270 Nm @ 1350 rpm of torque.

Disclaimer: For the above Comparison of Compare Q3 Sportback and 3 Series [2016-2019], CarWale has taken utmost care in gathering precise and accurate information about price, specs, features, colours etc, however, CarWale cannot be held liable for any direct or indirect damage/loss. For Compare Q3 Sportback and 3 Series [2016-2019] comparison, we have considered most popular variant on CarWale as default, however, any variant of these cars can be compared.

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Audi Q3 Sportback vs BMW 3 Series [2016-2019]

Length (mm)	4518	4633
Width (mm)	1843	1811
Height (mm)	1558	1429
Wheelbase (mm)	2680	2810
Ground Clearance (mm)		158
Kerb Weight (kg)	1705	1585

Doors (Doors)	5	4
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Bootspace (litres)	530	480
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	62.4	57

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
NCAP Rating	5 Star (Euro NCAP)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Four-Wheel-Drive	Full-time
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Ride Height Adjustment
Hill Descent Control

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Remote	Remote with Boot Opener
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Cup Holders	Front Only	Front & Rear
Driver Armrest Storage
Cooled Glovebox

Sunroof / Moonroof	Panoramic Sunroof
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe

Ambient Interior Count	30
Headlights	LED	LED
Automatic Headlamps
Taillights	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED
Fog Lights	LED on front, Halogen on rear	Halogen on rear
Ambient Interior Lighting	Multi-colour
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors		Co-Driver Only
Rear Reading Lamp
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	3	2
Warranty (In Kilometres)	50000	Unlimited