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2020 Audi Q3
The 2020 Audi Q3 makes no meaningful changes in its second year after the 2019 redesign, adding standard three-zone automatic climate control and two USB ports per row, with a 228-horsepower turbo four, eight-speed automatic and standard quattro. NHTSA lists three recalls and 65 complaints, led by electrical (22). Used ones run $17,650 to $22,100 per Kelley Blue Book.
Configurations1
Model/option labels1
Combined efficiency22 MPG/MPGe
Electric rangeNot listed
Decision answers4
What changed on the 2020 Audi Q3
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says Audi doesn't make any meaningful changes to the Q3 lineup for 2020, which was all new for 2019, with a 228-hp turbocharged four-cylinder, an eight-speed automatic and standard quattro all-wheel drive. MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says the 2020 Q3 adds standard three-zone automatic climate control and two USB ports per row, with a 10.3-inch digital gauge cluster, 8.8-inch touchscreen and 10-speaker audio on the Premium and Premium Plus.
Kelley Blue Book (opens in a new tab) puts used 2020 Q3s at $17,650 for the Premium up to $22,100 for the S line Prestige at a dealer. EPA rates the 2020 Q3 at 22 mpg combined and $2,850 a year in fuel.
Recalls and problems owners report
NHTSA lists three recall campaigns for the 2020 Q3. 20V786000 covers a brake pedal plate that can bend or detach under pressure, 20V644000 covers one vehicle whose driver's seat frame may have been incorrectly bolted to the seat rail, and 26V590000 covers a steering rack bolt on 2019-2021 Q3 and some Tiguan and Atlas models.
Owners have filed 65 complaints: electrical system with 22, engine with 20, unknown or other with 18, steering and fuel and propulsion with 10 each, and power train with 6. ProblemsByVin (opens in a new tab) and CarFactBase (opens in a new tab) list the record.
2020 Q3 against the X1, GLA, XC40 and UX
The BMW X1 lists 26 to 27 mpg combined at $2,850 to $3,000, the Mercedes-Benz GLA 25 to 28 at $2,750 to $3,100, the Volvo XC40 25 to 27 at $2,300 to $3,100, and the Lexus UX 33 to 42 at $1,500 to $1,900. The Q3 trails all four.
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2020 Audi Q3: 5 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | AWD | 228 | 258 | 19 / 27 / 22 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Premium Plus | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | AWD | 228 | 258 | 19 / 27 / 22 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| S line Premium | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | AWD | 228 | 258 | 19 / 27 / 22 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| S line Premium Plus | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | AWD | 228 | 258 | 19 / 27 / 22 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| S line Prestige | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | AWD | 228 | 258 | 19 / 27 / 22 mpg | 5 | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Trim | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Turning circle | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | 176.6 in | 64.1 in | 105.5 in | 38.4 ft | 15.9 gal | 39.6 in | 40 in | P235/55R18 |
| Premium Plus | 176.6 in | 64.1 in | 105.5 in | 38.4 ft | 15.9 gal | 39.6 in | 40 in | P235/55R18 |
| S line Premium | 176.6 in | 64.1 in | 105.5 in | 38.4 ft | 15.9 gal | 39.6 in | 40 in | P235/50R19 |
| S line Premium Plus | 176.6 in | 64.1 in | 105.5 in | 38.4 ft | 15.9 gal | 39.6 in | 40 in | P255/40R20 |
| S line Prestige | 176.6 in | 64.1 in | 105.5 in | 38.4 ft | 15.9 gal | 39.6 in | 40 in | P255/40R20 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2020 Audi Q3 trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | Premium | Premium Plus | S line Premium | S line Premium Plus | S line Prestige |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | |||||
| Anti-theft alarm | Std | – | Std | – | – |
| Blind-spot alert | Opt | Std | Opt | Std | Std |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-descent control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Top-view camera | – | – | – | – | Std |
| Front and rear parking sensors | Opt | Std | Opt | Std | Std |
| Rear parking sensors | Opt | Std | Opt | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Built-in internet access | – | Opt | – | Opt | Std |
| Navigation system | – | Opt | – | Opt | Std |
| Premium audio system | – | Opt | – | Opt | Std |
| Satellite radio | Opt | Std | Opt | Std | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Comfort | |||||
| Heated front seats | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated mirrors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power front seats for driver and passenger | – | Std | – | Std | Std |
| Power driver's seat | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Leather seats | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Front and rear climate zones | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Panoramic moonroof | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | |||||
| Alloy wheels | Std | Std | – | – | – |
| Fog lights | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear spoiler | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Roof rails | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power-folding mirrors | – | – | – | – | Std |
| Power liftgate or trunk | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote liftgate or trunk release | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Opt | Std | Opt | Std | Std |
| Remote engine start | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Proximity keyless entry | Opt | Std | Opt | Std | Std |
| Push-button start | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cruise control | Std | Std | Std | Std | – |
| Integrated garage-door opener | Opt | Std | Opt | Std | Std |
| Rear-window defroster | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
1 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42041Q3 quattro | 2L 4-cyl SIDIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Regular | 19 | 27 | 22 | N/A |
Model-specific answer center
4 answers for this exact family-year.
Q01What changed on the 2020 Audi Q3 versus the 2019 Audi Q3?
Model year
Against the 2019 Audi Q3: EPA size classes added: Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD. EPA size classes no longer listed: Compact Cars. Federal recall campaigns on file went from 3 for the 2019 to 2 for the 2020.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov certification records for both model years
Q02Which current models share the 2020 Audi Q3's EPA class?
Comparison
Class peers of the 2020 Audi Q3 in the current EPA data include 2026 Acura MDX, 2026 Acura RDX, 2026 Alfa Romeo Stelvio, 2026 Alfa Romeo Tonale, 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale eAWD, 2027 Audi Q3, and 87 more.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q03What size wheels does the 2020 Audi Q3 have?
Wheels and tires
The 2020 Audi Q3's wheel diameter is 18 inches on the Premium and Premium Plus, 19 inches on the S line Premium and 20 inches on the S line Premium Plus and S line Prestige. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications. The 2019 model year has the same figure.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q04How do the 2020 Audi Q3 trims differ from one another?
Trims
All 5 trims share the 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) making 228 hp. The Premium Plus has blind-spot alert, power front seats for driver and passenger, front and rear parking sensors and 5 more as standard equipment over the Premium. The S line Premium has an anti-theft alarm as standard equipment over the Premium Plus. The S line Premium Plus has blind-spot alert, power front seats for driver and passenger, front and rear parking sensors and 5 more as standard equipment over the S line Premium. The S line Prestige has built-in internet access, a navigation system, power-folding mirrors and 2 more as standard equipment over the S line Premium Plus. The 2019 model year has the same figure.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
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