| Lyna Mohamad |
THE all-new Audi Q3 comes with a refreshed design and a number of technical innovations. The facelift is apparent at first glance with its much sharper look.
Audi designers have honed the details of the coupe-like lines with the characteristic wrap-around tailgate and the dominating horizontal lines up front. The rear part underscores the width and gives the Audi Q3 an expressive design while the sculpted single frame grille provides the defining element at the front of the car.
The redesigned headlights come standard with xenon plus technology and LED daytime running lights, which are particularly bright and energy-efficient. Audi offers them in combination with the dynamic turn signals integrated into the likewise redesigned LED taillights where it illuminates sequentially within two-tenths of a second from the inside out in the direction the driver intends to turn.
The base model of the new Audi Q3 has a curb weight (without driver) of 1,385 kilogrammes while the dimensions of the compact SUV are virtually unchanged measuring 4.39-metre long, 1.83-metre wide and 1.59-metre high and the wheelbase is unchanged at 2.60 metres.
Boasting a higher output combined with reduced fuel consumption are the TFSI four-cylinder engines with a much reduced CO2 emission by as much as 17 per cent. Compared to the previous engine, the 2.0 litre produces 162 kW (220 hp) 10 horsepower/50 Nm more; all are turbocharged, direct-injection units and comply with the limits of the Euro 6 emission standard.
The Audi Q3 is a premium crossover that combines coupe-like design with the utility of an SUV, offering an excellent balance of agility and functionality
Redesigned headlight and a sportier bumper kit. PHOTOS: BAHYIAH BAKIR
The Audi Q3 is equipped with engine start/stop system, parking aid plus rear-view camera, hill-start assist, auto tailgate door and Audi’s Innovative Drive Select
Fancy and modern instrument cluster
The chassis combines agile handling with supreme safety, and comprehensive fine-tuning has enhanced comfort even further. To suit the driver’s personal preferences, the Audi Drive Select enables the driver to adjust key technology modules, including the optional active dampers.
In Brunei, wheels are 19 inches in diameter, and the suspension has been tuned for high rolling comfort while the hill-descent assist is available as an option.
In the cabin, the redesigned Audi Q3 offers plenty of space at all five seating positions with its clear ergonomics and the superior workmanship underscore the premium claim.
The all new Audi Q3’s cargo compartment has a capacity of 460 litres (16.2 cu ft) and when folding down the split rear seatbacks, this can be increased to 1,365 litres (48.2 cu ft).
There are many clever options offered thus making the SUV even more versatile and easier to use, which amongst all include the luggage compartment package, a pass-through and the power tailgate while the roof rails and a new, extensible luggage compartment cover are standard.
The redesigned Audi Q3 also features a generous list of standard equipment, which can be supplemented with features taken directly from the luxury class, such as the LED interior lighting package and the power-adjustable front seats and with respect to driver assistance systems, the secondary collision brake assist is standard.
At the top of the two new Audi Q3 trim lines design and sport are the S line sport package, the S line exterior package, the Audi exclusive design package and the Audi exclusive exterior design package.
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