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2022 Audi Q3

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2022 models.

Audi Q3
Pictured: Audi Q3 F3 DSC 7494. Photo: Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Body styles
4dr SUV
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Horsepower
184–228 hp
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Seats
5
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
26 combined · 23 city / 30 hwy
Length
176.4 in
Curb weight
3,384 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
5 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.

Watch out for

  • Modest powerUp to 228 hp, versus about 375 hp for similar 2022 models.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 20 similar 2022 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2022 Audi Q3 is a small SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 176 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,384 lb.

EPA rates its most efficient version at 26 MPG combined (23 city / 30 highway), 6% better than the 2022 small SUV average of 24.5 MPG, for an estimated $2,600 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 5 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

What changed for 2022

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2021 Q3 — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2021; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2021 Q3 →

Trims, performance & features

Engine184–228 hp2.0L 4-cyl
Transmission8-speed automatic
DriveAWD/4WD
Seating5 seats · 2 rows

Trims

S Line quattro Premium Plusquattro PremiumS Line quattro Premiumquattro Premium Plus

Safety & driver-assist features

Forward collision warningStandard
Blind-spot monitoringStandard
Rear cross-traffic alertStandard
Lane departure warningStandard
Parking assistStandard
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Adaptive driving beamStandard
Keyless startStandard
LED headlightsYes

Built in: Gyor, Hungary

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 4 2022 Q3 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr SUV176.4 in73.2 in63.8 in105.5 in62.2 / 62.2 in3,384 lb57/43

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Q3 quattro2.0L 4-cyl turboAutomatic (S8)All-Wheel Drive23 / 30 / 26+6%$2,600346
Q3 S line quattro2.0L 4-cyl turboAutomatic (S8)All-Wheel Drive21 / 28 / 24-2%$2,800375
5/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
5/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $1,000Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
24.5 MPG2022 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2022 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2022 Audi Q3.

Similar 2022 small SUVs

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2022 Audi Q3 (this car)26 MPGNot rated5
2022 BMW X325 MPG★★★★★7
2022 Porsche Macan21 MPGNot rated0
2022 Audi Q526 MPGNot rated8
2022 Volvo XC6028 MPGNot rated7
2022 Lexus NX39 MPGNot rated7
2022 Volvo XC4026 MPGNot rated4

Recalls (5)

Equipment › Electrical › Infotainment › Video (Touch)Screen/Monitor/Unit · Oct 26, 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V806000 · 6,076 vehicles

Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles. The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display the next time the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.
Visibility › Glass, Side/Rear · Sep 19, 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V701000 · 4 vehicles

Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Audi Q3 vehicles. A window manufacturing error may allow the rear window to crack or break.
Risk
A broken rear window may result in loose pieces of glass and increase the risk of injury.
Fix
Dealers will check the manufacturing date of the vehicle's rear window and replace it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 11, 2022. Owners may contact Audi 's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 64H4.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage · Sep 8, 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V673000 · 13,004 vehicles

Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Audi Q3 vehicles. The vent pipe within the fuel tank may have been damaged during fuel tank assembly.
Risk
A damaged vent pipe may allow fuel to spill out of the filler neck when the fuel cap is opened, increasing the risk of an injury.
Fix
Dealers will inspect the internal vent pipe for damage and replace the charcoal canister and the fuel tank, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20DS.
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Feb 7, 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V064000 · 665 vehicles

Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022 Audi Q3 vehicles that failed to receive the software update under Recall 21V-825 (91CR). A software error may prevent the rearview image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91DF.
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Oct 20, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V825000 · 2,857 vehicles

Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles. A software error may prevent the rear-view image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2022 Audi Q3 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

34Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
1Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
2Injuries reported
9,700 miTypical mileage at failure
Electrical System9
Fuel/Propulsion System8
Back Over Prevention › Warnings5
Unknown Or Other5
Lane Departure › Assist4
Engine3
Equipment3
Back Over Prevention3
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
22/01: 122/05: 222/11: 122/12: 223/01: 223/02: 123/03: 223/05: 323/06: 123/07: 123/09: 124/02: 124/03: 224/09: 124/12: 125/05: 125/07: 125/08: 125/12: 126/04: 226/05: 126/06: 126/09: 126/10: 122/0122/1223/0323/0724/0325/0525/1226/06max 3

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2022 Audi Q3 buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 5 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Electrical System — 9 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  3. Fuel/Propulsion System — 8 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
  4. Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 5 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 9,700 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2022 Audi Q3. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Q3 years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2027 Q324178.3 inNot rated00
2026 Q325178.3 inNot rated16
2025 Q325176.4 in★★★★★14
2024 Q325176.4 in★★★★★218
2023 Q325176.4 inNot rated12
2021 Q325176.4 in★★★★★315
2020 Q322176.4 in★★★★★366
2019 Q322176.4 in★★★★★410
2018 Q323172.8 inNot rated126
2017 Q323172.8 inNot rated38
2016 Q323172.8 inNot rated329
2015 Q323172.8 inNot rated224

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →