DecodedCars2023 Audi Q3
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 228 hp
- Transmission
- automatic
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 25 combined · 22 city / 29 hwy
- Length
- 176.4 in
- Curb weight
- 3,384 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Modest powerUp to 228 hp, versus about 402 hp for similar 2023 models.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 21 similar 2023 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2023 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 25 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway), 0% better than the 2023 small SUV average of 25 MPG, for an estimated $2,700 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
What changed for 2023
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2022 Q3 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 Q3 →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Gyor, Hungary
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 1 2023 Q3 configuration; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV | 176.4 in | 73.2 in | 63.8 in | 105.5 in | 62.2 / 62.2 in | 3,384 lb | 57/43 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q3 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 29 / 25 | 0% | $2,700 | 361 |
| Q3 S-Line | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 28 / 24 | -4% | $2,800 | 375 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2023 Audi Q3.
Similar 2023 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Audi Q3 (this car) | 25 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2023 BMW X3 | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2023 Porsche Macan | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Audi Q5 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2023 BMW X1 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2023 Volvo XC60 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2023 Lexus NX | 39 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
Recalls (1)
Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger · Apr 3, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V251000 · 91 vehicles
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.
- Risk
- A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.
Not every 2023 Audi Q3 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2023 Audi Q3 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Engine — 2 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Electrical System — 1 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2023 Audi Q3. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Q3 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Q3 | 24 | 178.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 Q3 | 25 | 178.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 6 |
| 2025 Q3 | 25 | 176.4 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 4 |
| 2024 Q3 | 25 | 176.4 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 18 |
| 2022 Q3 | 26 | 176.4 in | Not rated | 5 | 34 |
| 2021 Q3 | 25 | 176.4 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 15 |
| 2020 Q3 | 22 | 176.4 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 66 |
| 2019 Q3 | 22 | 176.4 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 10 |
| 2018 Q3 | 23 | 172.8 in | Not rated | 1 | 26 |
| 2017 Q3 | 23 | 172.8 in | Not rated | 3 | 8 |
| 2016 Q3 | 23 | 172.8 in | Not rated | 3 | 29 |
| 2015 Q3 | 23 | 172.8 in | Not rated | 2 | 24 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →