Audi Q3 2012-2015 2.0 TFSI

Q3 2012-2015 2.0 TFSI Review

Audi Q3 is perhaps the best-selling luxury SUV in Indian automobile market. This sports utility vehicle comes in numerous variants among which, the Audi Q3 2.0 TFSI is the fully loaded petrol variant. This trim is powered by a sophisticated 2.0-litre, TFSI engine petrol power plant that is capable of producing 207bhp of maximum power and yields 300Nm of peak torque. It is paired with a 7-speed S Tronic automatic gearbox, which further augments its performance. Audi India has equipped several advanced equipments to this vehicle including a deluxe automatic AC unit, parking aid plus and engine start/stop function. In addition to these, it also comes incorporated with a voice dialogue system with which, you can control the CD player, Radio, TV tuner and phone. This SUV has a decent body design featuring elegant features like LED daytime running lights, hexagonal radiator grille and cast aluminum alloy wheels. Its internal cabin is quite spacious, which can host seating for five passengers, while providing good space for luggage. This vehicle also comes with important safety features like six airbags, reinforced body structure featuring side-on collision protection, which safeguards the occupants inside. At present, this vehicle competes with the likes of BMW X3 and Volvo XC60 in the Indian automobile market.

Exteriors:

This SUV has a magnificent exterior design that comes equipped with several eye-catching features. The best part about this vehicle is its front profile as it comes with sleek headlight cluster that is further equipped with xenon headlamps and turn indicators. It is further equipped with signature LED daytime running lights, which is the main highlight of front profile. It surrounds a hexagonal shaped radiator grille that has a thick chrome surround and is engraved with a company's badge. The front body colored bumper is large and it integrated with a pair of air ducts along with a protective under-body cladding. Its has a masculine side profile featuring protective claddings all over. The company is offering this trim with a set of 16-inch cast aluminum alloy wheels , which are further covered with 215/65 R16 sized tubeless radial tyres. Its external door handles as well as the wing mirrors are in body color, while the B pillars gets a black sash tape. In addition to these, the side profile has chrome window sill surround along with aluminum ski racks, which boosts the style of side facet. The rear profile has a stylish taillight cluster that comes incorporated with energy-saving LED brake lights and turn indicators. Its rear bumper is in dual tone scheme, which is further fitted with a protective cladding along with a pair of reflectors.

Interiors:

The interiors are in a black color scheme, which is accentuated by metallic inserts. It has a trendy dashboard featuring a 3D aluminum mesh inlay, which gives a magnificent look to the cabin. It is equipped with advanced AC unit, a music system, and several other utility based features. Both the front seats are electrically adjustable, wherein the driver seat also comes with memory setting. Furthermore, they have a 4-way lumbar support along with a center armrest. All the seats have been incorporated with head restraints and are covered with black colored leather upholstery. The company has treated the AC vents surround and door handles with chrome, which gives a luxurious look to the cabin. This trim has been equipped with several utility aspects like cup holders, storage compartment, bottle holders, accessory power sockets and other such features. This SUV comes with a large wheelbase of 2603mm and a height of 1608mm, which provides good leg space inside.

Engine and Performance:

This variant is equipped with a powerful 2.0-litre, In-line, TFSI petrol engine that comes incorporated with a direct fuel injection system. It has four cylinders and 16-valves based on dual overhead camshaft valve configuration. This 1984cc engine is incorporated with an exhaust-gas based turbo charging unit that enables the motor to produce 207bhp in between 5000 to 6200rpm and yields a peak torque output of 300Nm in the range of 1800 to 4900rpm. The company has paired this motor with a 7-speed, S-Tronic automatic gearbox that transmits the torque to all four wheels using 'quattro' technology. This trim is capable of producing a mileage of around 9.89 to 11.72 Kmpl depending upon the traffic conditions.

Braking and Handling:

The company has equipped all the four wheels with high performance disc brakes, which are further paired with brake calipers. This disc braking mechanism is assisted by the anti-lock braking system, electronic brake force distribution, emergency brake assist system and electronic stabilization program. This SUV comes with McPherson Strut suspension featuring lower wishbones and aluminum sub-frames. At the same time, its rear axle is paired with 4-link suspension with separate spring/damper arrangement along with sub-frames. This vehicle is also integrated with a rack and pinion based electro-mechanic power steering system featuring speed dependent servo assistance.

Comfort Features:

This luxury SUV comes with several sophisticated comfort features like a deluxe automatic air conditioning system featuring a sunlight dependent control that regulates the air distribution, temperature and keeps the ambiance pleasant. It also comes with aspects like power steering with tilt and telescopic adjustment, all four power windows with one touch operation, inside rear view mirror with auto dimming effect, voice dialogue system, hill start assist and parking aid plus. It also comes with auto release function, reversible load floor, folding rear seat back and energy-recovery system. In addition to these, this trim has a cruise control, driver information system with color display along with an advanced infotainment system featuring Audi music interface, Bluetooth connectivity and Audi sound system .

Safety Features:

This luxury SUV comes with crucial safety features that ensures proper protection to the vehicle and its passengers as well. The list includes a space-saving spare wheel, first aid kit with warning triangle, tyre pressure monitoring display, electronic vehicle immobilization device and a car jack. This vehicle also comes with full-size airbags, rear side airbags along with dual front and head airbags, which protects the passengers inside in case of unlikely event. Apart from all these, this vehicle comes with ABS with EBD, electronic stabilization program, anti-slip regulation, traction control system, child proof locks, seat belts and seat belt reminders .

Pros:

1. Incredible engine performance and power is a big plus.

2. Luxurious interiors featuring advanced comfort features.

Cons:

1. Price tag can be more competitive.

2. Lack of navigation system is a disadvantage.