2026 Audi Q3
The 2026 Audi Q3 is a compact SUV, rated at 25 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 25
- NHTSA safety
- Not rated
- Starting price
- $37,000
- Recalls
- 1
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Audi |
|---|---|
| Model | Q3 |
| Model year | 2026 |
| Vehicle class | Compact SUV |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (AM-S7) |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 22 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 29 |
| Combined MPG | 25 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 362 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2500 |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 22 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 22% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $33,300
- Total interest
- $5,793
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≈ $1,608/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
Estimate monthly payments and 5-year fuel cost using the tools in the sidebar. Figures use EPA fuel economy and current U.S. energy prices from EIA.
Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPICNHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.
Recalls (1)
- VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY26V209000 · 2026-04-01
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2026 Q3 vehicles. Incorrect software may allow remote sunroof closing from a distance that prevents the operator from clearly seeing the sunroof. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
Remedy: Dealers will update the sunroof control module software and the owner's manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 57KS. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 7, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2026 Audi Q3?
The 2026 Audi Q3 is EPA-rated at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway).
Is the 2026 Audi Q3 reliable?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Audi Q3. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2026 Audi Q3?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2026 Audi Q3 costs roughly $1,608 per year to fuel, or about $8,040 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2026 Audi Q3?
The 2026 Audi Q3 is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC