Audi Q3 vs BMW X1
Overview | |
MSRP$33,700 | MSRP$34,800 |
Listings5738 | Listings8946 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
Reviews SummaryCompact crossovers and SUVs are among the nation's hottest-selling vehicles, and that means plenty of choices. Audi's latest is the Q3, which slots below the compact Q5 and the three-row Q7. There's a substantial discount between the Q3 and Q5, too, which may entice Audi buyers looking to cut their car payments. | |
Reviews SummaryThe march of Xs rolls on and cannot stop, especially when it comes to the little BMW X1. Redesigned for 2016, the X1 arrives right as compact luxury SUV sales are surging. That might be good for BMW, but is this second-generation X1 worth your attention, now that it’s based on the company’s Mini platform? Of course it is—to a point. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 200 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower200 hp @ 5100 rpm | Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway32 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 200 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Torque207 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1250 rpm |
Horsepower200 hp @ 5100 rpm | Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway32 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.7 cu ft | Cargo Space27.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight3494 lbs | Curb Weight3660 lbs |
Height62.5 in | Height62.5 in |
Length172.8 in | Length175.4 in |
Width79.5 in | Width81.1 in |
Wheelbase102.5 in | Wheelbase105.1 in |
Maximum Payload1874 lbs | Maximum Payload900 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity4400 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Standard Towing Capacity4400 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $33,700 | $34,800 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.0 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | Compact crossovers and SUVs are among the nation's hottest-selling vehicles, and that means plenty of choices. Audi's latest is the Q3, which slots below the compact Q5 and the three-row Q7. There's a substantial discount between the Q3 and Q5, too, which may entice Audi buyers looking to cut their car payments. | The march of Xs rolls on and cannot stop, especially when it comes to the little BMW X1. Redesigned for 2016, the X1 arrives right as compact luxury SUV sales are surging. That might be good for BMW, but is this second-generation X1 worth your attention, now that it’s based on the company’s Mini platform? Of course it is—to a point. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 200 hp I4 | 2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 200 hp @ 5100 rpm | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 32 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 200 hp I4 | 2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Torque | 207 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1250 rpm |
Horsepower | 200 hp @ 5100 rpm | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 32 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.7 cu ft | 27.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3494 lbs | 3660 lbs |
Height | 62.5 in | 62.5 in |
Length | 172.8 in | 175.4 in |
Width | 79.5 in | 81.1 in |
Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 105.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1874 lbs | 900 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 4400 lbs | |
Standard Towing Capacity | 4400 lbs | |

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