Audi Q3 trim levels explained

By CarWhere Research · Updated November 4, 2026

The 2027 Audi Q3 comes in one version, the Q3 S line quattro, at $44,400 before $1,395 destination, with a 255-hp 2.0L turbo four, 7-speed S tronic and quattro. The third-generation Q3 arrived for 2026 at $43,700 and replaced the previous Q3 40 and Q3 45 TFSI models.

Current Q3 trim levels: Third-generation Q3 (2026–present)

The all-new Q3 uses a single 255-hp engine (27 hp more than the old Q3 45) with S line exterior standard. For 2027 Audi added standard direct TPMS and Adaptive Rear Assist, a new Convenience package (heated wheel, surround cameras, Park Assist) and a head-up display in the Driver Assistance package.[1][2][3]

Audi Q3 Third-generation Q3 (2026–present) trims in ladder order with 2027 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
Trim	Base MSRP (2027, USD)	Engines	Key standard equipment
Q3 S line quattro (Premium)	$44,400excl. $1,395 destination; 2026 price $43,700	2.0L TFSI turbo I4 (255 hp, 273 lb-ft)	S line exterior standard on every US Q3 7-speed S tronic replaces the old 8-speed Tiptronic Driver Assistance package adds head-up display and remote Park assist pro for 2027 [1][3][2]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from an Audi pricing source.

Previous Q3 trim levels: Second-generation Q3 (2019–2025)

Audi introduced the all-new second-generation Q3 for 2019. Through 2024 it came as the 184-hp Q3 40 TFSI or the 228-hp Q3 S line 45 TFSI, both with quattro and an 8-speed Tiptronic; the 2025 lineup was 45 TFSI only. Prices below are 2024.[4][5][6]

Audi Q3 Second-generation Q3 (2019–2025) trims in ladder order with 2024 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
Trim	Base MSRP (2024, USD)	Engines	Key standard equipment
Q3 40 TFSI Premium	$37,400excl. $1,195 destination	2.0L TFSI turbo I4 (184 hp, 221 lb-ft)	Premium Plus $40,200 Dropped for 2025 [4]
Q3 S line 45 TFSI Premium	$39,800excl. $1,195 destination	2.0L TFSI turbo I4 (228 hp, 251 lb-ft)	Premium Plus $42,600 Same prices carried into 2025 with a new Black optic plus package [4][5]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from an Audi pricing source.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the 2027 Audi Q3 trims?

There is one: the Q3 S line quattro at $44,400, with Convenience, Driver Assistance and other packages. Audi lists it under the Premium trim.

Is quattro standard on the Audi Q3?

Yes. Every US Q3 from 2024 through 2027 comes with quattro all-wheel drive.

How much horsepower does the new Q3 have?

The 2026–2027 Q3 makes 255 hp and 273 lb-ft from a 2.0L turbo four, 27 hp and 22 lb-ft more than the previous Q3 S line 45 TFSI.

What was the difference between the Q3 40 and Q3 45?

Both used a 2.0L turbo four with quattro. The 40 TFSI made 184 hp and 221 lb-ft; the S line 45 TFSI made 228 hp and 251 lb-ft and added S line styling.

Is there an SQ3 or RS Q3 in the US?

No. Audi's 2024–2027 US lineup releases list only the Q3.

Sources

Prices and equipment are as published by Audi for the model year shown; trim content changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.

Audi advances digitalization, Driver Assistance features, and packaging simplicity across model year 2027 lineup (Jul 8, 2026; updated Sep 9, 2026) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)
Audi brings greater presence, performance, and class-above premium content to the all-new 2026 Audi Q3 (Nov 20, 2025) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)
2027 Audi Q3 Technical Specifications (PDF) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)
Audi updates 2024 models with new standard features and expanded connected technology (Jun 22, 2023) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)
Audi updates 2025 model lineup with streamlined trim selections, compelling option packages, and extended included connected services (Jul 10, 2024) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)
2019 Audi Q3 Press Kit (PDF, Jul 2019) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)

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