BMW X1 vs Audi Q3 [2017-2020]

CarWale brings you comparison of BMW X1 and Audi Q3 [2017-2020]. The BMW X1 price is Rs. 49.90 Lakh and Audi Q3 [2017-2020] price is Rs. 34.97 Lakh. The BMW X1 is available in 1499 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol and Audi Q3 [2017-2020] is available in 1395 cc engine with 1 fuel type options: Petrol. X1 provides the mileage of 16.35 kmpl and Q3 [2017-2020] provides the mileage of 16.9 kmpl.

X1 vs Q3 [2017-2020] Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	X1	Q3 [2017-2020]
Price	Rs. 49.90 Lakh	Rs. 34.97 Lakh
Engine Capacity	1499 cc	1395 cc
Power	134 bhp	148 bhp
Transmission	Automatic (DCT)	Automatic
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

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BMW X1

sDrive18i M Sport

Rs. 49.90 Lakh

Avg. Ex-Showroom price

Audi Q3 [2017-2020]

30 TFSI Premium

Rs. 34.97 Lakh

Last Recorded Price

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BMW X1

sDrive18i M Sport

Audi Q3 [2017-2020]

30 TFSI Premium

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COLOURS
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Specifications and Finance

Finance

Engine & Transmission

Acceleration (0-100 kmph) (seconds)	9.2
Engine	1499 cc, 3 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC	1395 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type	TwinPower Turbo 3-Cylinder engine
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	134 bhp @ 4400-6500 rpm	148 bhp @ 5000 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	230 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm	250 Nm @ 1500 rpm
Mileage (ARAI) (kmpl)	16.35View Mileage Details	16.9View Mileage Details
Driving Range (km)	834
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Transmission	Automatic (DCT) - 7 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode	Automatic - 6 Gears, Manual Override, Sport Mode
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS 4
Turbocharger / Supercharger	Turbocharged	Turbocharged
Others	Idle Start/Stop	Idle Start/Stop
Valve/Cylinder (Configuration)	4, DOHC	4, DOHC

Dimensions & Weight
Capacity

Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres

Front Suspension	Single-joint Spring-strut Axle	McPherson spring strut type axle with lower wishbones and aluminium subframe
Rear Suspension	Multi-arm Axle with Separate Spring and Damper	4-link rear axle with separate spring/damper arrangement
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Minimum Turning Radius (metres)	5.8	5.9
Steering Type	Power assisted (Electric)	Power assisted (Electric)
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Spare Wheel	Space Saver	Alloy
Front Tyres	225 / 55 R18	235 / 55 R17
Rear Tyres	225 / 55 R18	235 / 55 R17

Features

Exterior

Braking & Traction

Safety

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
High-beam Assist
NCAP Rating	5 Star (Euro NCAP)
Airbags	6 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	6 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
Rear Middle Head Rest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Child Seat Anchor Points
Seat Belt Warning

Comfort & Convenience

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

Lighting

Locks & Security

Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers

ORVM Colour	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Scuff Plates	Metallic
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
Rear Wiper
Exterior Door Handles	Body Coloured	Body Coloured
Rain-sensing Wipers
Interior Door Handles	Chrome	Painted
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front
Bootlid Opener	Electric Tailgate Release	Internal with Remote

Entertainment, Information & Communication

Android Auto	Wireless
Apple CarPlay	Wireless
Display	Touch-screen Display	LCD Display
Touchscreen Size (inch)	10.7
Integrated (in-dash) Music System
Speakers	12	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
iPod Compatibility

Mobile App Features

Storage

Seats & Upholstery

Driver Seat Adjustment	12 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, backrest bolsters: in / out) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down, extended thigh support: forward / back)	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	12 way electrically adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, backrest bolsters: in / out) + 4 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down, extended thigh support: forward / back)	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	Leather
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
Driver Armrest
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Interiors	Dual Tone	Single Tone
Interior Colours	Mesheffect/Pearl Chrome
Rear Armrest	With Cup Holder
Folding Rear Seat	Full	Full
Split Rear Seat	40:20:40 split	60:40 split
Front Seatback Pockets
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear

Instrumentation

Instantaneous Consumption
Instrument Cluster	Digital	Analogue
Trip Meter	Electronic 2 Trips	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
Tachometer	Digital	Analogue

Manufacturer Warranty

Brochure

Colours

	Black Sapphire Metallic	Mythos Black
	M Portimao Blue Metallic	Floret Silver
	Storm Bay Metallic	Misano Red
	Space Silver Metallic	Cortina White
	Alpine White	Cortina White

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.5/5

14 Ratings

4.7/5

9 Ratings

Rating Parameters	4.6Exterior	4.7Exterior
	4.4Comfort	5.0Comfort
	4.1Performance	5.0Performance
	4.1Fuel Economy	4.2Fuel Economy
	4.5Value for Money	4.7Value for Money

Most Helpful Review

BMW x1 review

It's a very good car having both interior and exterior nice designs and very comfortable, smooth, good mileage. Just go for it without any doubt. I'm sure will be never disappointed by this car.

Audi is best

Simply superb on this price range .In this price segment all other cars don't provide such type of facility as well as comfort. There is no lack on performance in either city or highway .It looking so beautiful and it's design is in an another level .Hence,If you have think for a car undoubtedly go for this.

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X1 vs Q3 [2017-2020] Comparison FAQs

Q: Which car is cheaper between BMW X1 and Audi Q3 [2017-2020]?

BMW X1 price is Rs. 49.90 Lakh and Audi Q3 [2017-2020] price is Rs. 34.97 Lakh. Hence Audi Q3 [2017-2020] is the cheapest amongst these cars.

Q: Which car between X1 and Q3 [2017-2020] is better in terms of fuel economy?

For the sDrive18i M Sport variant, mileage of X1 is 16.35kmpl and for the 30 TFSI Premium variant, mileage of Q3 [2017-2020] is 16.9kmpl. Thus making Q3 [2017-2020] the most fuel efficient as compared to X1

Q: How is the performance of X1 compared to Q3 [2017-2020]?

For the sDrive18i M Sport variant, 1499 cc Petrol engine of X1 produces 134 bhp @ 4400-6500 rpm of power and 230 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm of torque. For the 30 TFSI Premium variant, 1395 cc Petrol engine of Q3 [2017-2020] produces 148 bhp @ 5000 rpm of power and 250 Nm @ 1500 rpm of torque.

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BMW X1 vs Audi Q3 [2017-2020]

Length (mm)	4500	4385
Width (mm)	1845	1831
Height (mm)	1630	1608
Wheelbase (mm)	2692	2603
Ground Clearance (mm)		170
Kerb Weight (kg)		1660

Doors (Doors)	5	5
Seating Capacity (Person)	5	5
No of Rows (Rows)	2	2
Bootspace (litres)		460
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	51	64

Sunroof / Moonroof	Panoramic Sunroof	Panoramic Sunroof
Roof-mounted Antenna
Body-coloured Bumpers
Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
Body Kit	Cladding - Black/Grey

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Hill Hold Control
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Hill Descent Control

Headlights	LED	LED
Automatic Headlamps
Cornering Headlights	Intelligent
Taillights	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lights	LED	LED
Fog Lights	LED	LED on front, Halogen on rear
Ambient Interior Lighting
Cabin Lamps	Front and Rear	Front and Rear
Light on Vanity Mirrors	Driver & Co-Driver
Glovebox Lamp
Headlight Height Adjuster

Engine Immobiliser
Central Locking	Keyless	Remote
Speed Sensing Door Lock
Child Safety Lock

Find My Car
Check Vehicle Status via App
Geo-fence
Emergency Call
Over The Air (OTA) Updates
Remote AC: On / Off via App
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

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

Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)	Not Applicable
Warranty (In Years)	3	2
Warranty (In Kilometres)	40000