NEW Audi RS Q3 Sportback: First Look | Carfection
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 24 ก.ย. 2019
- It might look like a baby Lamborghini Urus but Audi has a new RS Q3 and RS Q3 Sportback. Henry Catchpole took a first look.
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As SUVs continue to become a bigger part of automakers' profits, car companies are slicing up that pie into smaller and smaller pieces in an effort to woo buyers. The latest example of this phenomenon is the Audi Q3 Sportback, an-ever-so-slightly more rakish version of the company's Q3 crossover.
The new Audi Q3 Sportback adopts a swept-back rear window and a modestly lower roofline (1.1 inches) to project a sportier and more coupe-like aesthetic. This isn't just about a new haircut for the compact crossover, however. It also involves additional sheet metal creases along the body sides and slightly more aggressive front and rear fascias. It's not immediately clear how big of a toll these changes take on headroom, but they definitely add athleticism to the Q3's appearances, as well as visual length, even if the the Q3 Sportback is only slightly longer (0.6 inch) than garden-variety Q3 models.
Despite that modest added length, total storage space in the Q3 Sportback is less than the standard Q3: 18.7 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats up is identical, but with the seats folded, there's 49.4 cubic feet -- a shortfall of 5 cubes compared to the Sportback's more upright relative.
According to an official Audi release, the new Q3 Sportback will be offered with a range of four-cylinder engines, including a range-topping 2.0-liter turbo delivering 226 horsepower. A 1.5-liter option will come soon, mated to a 48-volt mild-hybrid setup to yield 147 horsepower. A pair of diesels making up to 187 hp will also be offered, and all powerplant choices are available backed by a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox.
A manual transmission will be available on front-wheel-drive models on the aforementioned 1.5-liter gas and 2.0-liter diesel engines, and a stick-shift setup with Quattro will also become available "shortly after market launch."
Like most new Audi SUVs, the Q3 Sportback includes features like all-LED exterior lighting (in three versions) as well as adaptive dampers and a six-setting Audi Drive Select controller with dedicated off-road mode. Interesting, all models will receive fully digital gauge clusters, with lower-end models getting a 10.25-inch display. Audi's 12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit is available on systems equipped with MMI navigation. Other tech on offer in the Q3 Sportback includes LTE telematics, vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communications and Amazon Alexa integration.
The Audi Q3 Sportback arrives in European showrooms this autumn. Like its standard Q3 brethren, the new Sportback will look to take on the BMW X2 and Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class among other rivals. Audi cites German pricing from €40,200 -- around $45,000 USD -- for the 35 TDI S tronic model, which suggests a slight price premium over Audi's equivalent Q3 models.
If you're wondering when the US will see this sleek little crossover on its roads, well, we've got bad news. The Q3 Sportback is not destined for our roads. According to an Audi spokesperson reached by Roadshow, "While the [standard] Q3 is on sale in the US this month, the Q3 Sportback will not be coming to the US." - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
As much as I hate these RS SUVs, I have to admit that this looks pretty cool, like an angry mini Q8... nice work!
Couldn't agree more!
Philipp Klein Herrero I kind of have to agree with you in some ways all the RS cars including the SUV have something about them that makes them very likeable!
In green it looks like angry mini Urus ;)
@@lor7780 my dad has a Q8 and it doesn't look like junk first you need to sit in one then talk about it
@@lor7780 how does it not make any sense bruh
I can't believe i'm going to say this, but i like the RS Q3 Sportback more than the regular RS Q3.
I think everyone does! 😂
not me :p
Same. Haha
I find most slanted roof "coupe" SUVs ugly, but Audi does them right. Both the Q8 and RS Q3 Sportback look amazing.
@@kevindam1946 Imo, the Q8 is wayyy too dependent on the spec to call it "amazing".
Looks like a mini Urus! Nice car imo.
Yeah the green one is definitely inspired by urus.
Yes agreed, certainly has more than a hint of mini Urus.
Thats because it is a mini urus lol..
More like a massive uranus. Crush it.
A much better looking Urus.
Way cooler than the turbo 4s the competitors get, if for no other reason than that awesome 5 cylinder sound.
Matt Maran Motoring Hey Mat. Just finished watching your AMG GT63s 5dr review. Love your videos
They need to bring it America, it would replace my Golf R.
Yes! 🙌
Both look great but Audi really has got the Coupe SUV styling nailed. We saw the RSQ3 first and I though hey, that’s a bit tasty and then you guy panned over to the Sportback and I’m like hell yeah!
BMW guy here and I think those look rad! That 5-cylinder gets a ton of respect from me.
Best to be agnostic when it comes to brands. If it is good then it is good.
Al mac you’re absolutely right. My wife says I have a problem, lol.
@@curtr.5083 hear an audi fan boy man bmw is really good and merc too because they are pushing eachother and thats good because cars are evolving really Nice
that sweet ass-end reminds me of some BMWs (as a former owner of a 550GT)
@Better Than You I advise you never to advise people on which car to and not to buy.
I strangely don't hate it.
Nothing strange there mate
This RS Q3 sportback version is going down in history as the first baby URUS for sure!!! ⚡
it looks good and it has the 5 cylinder engine 👍😍
blacked out sportback is going to be a stunning looking thing on the road,especially at night
LD #22 it’s an option. So if you want that option it’s not pointless. It’s all personal preference
@@hahahahaha662 where did you see that? They have a black optics package for almost every model in the usa
@@hahahahaha662 honestly can't see it being a big seller in the US
@@hahahahaha662 yea that makes sense. The 2 are very similar. But the black optics package will be available. It always is
Kyalami Green😁😁😁
Named after a legendary South African racetrack
Where Audi's dominated in private teams (Audi 200 Trans Am, 90 IMSA GTO and the S4 GTO)
@@Vazin Indeed
Am I the only one who thinks that the black accents look WAAAY cleaner than this silver garbage?
I think the same as well. It makes the car more stealth. Spec it with some black paint and black tinted windows and it can be a car that could fit every mafia gang around the world
I actually think the opposite, would much rather have the silver accents if I owned an RS car. I think it exemplifies the styling rather than having it all blend in with the black pack. Think if you’re gonna have an RS car you want it to stand out something different from the norm? But hey that’s just me.
I think black optics look better as a contrast to bright colours. But I've seen an RS 5 in black paint with black optics and black badges and it just looked like a black lump of "meh".
@@sceett Yeah well to everyone their own 😉 I just think that with the silver accents the car looks too "busy" - if that makes any sense.
@@Fred_P All black can look really nice too IMO. Depends on the car though.
I have to say as someone who despises modern Audi’s...I actually quite like this. And kinda want...
I hate myself for liking the sportback, and yes in green as well....
Holy moly, the Sportback version looks absolutely brilliant.
side view is just amazing
Here's my problem with the RSQ3:
I want one.
You can't own one mister stalin. no private property.
I’ve just bought one, and yes, it’s green!
The people in charge of the cinematography need a god damn raise! I've never seen such high quality production from an (assuming) small crew, especially that end sequence on the road
MrEggyman99 You mean Audi’s footage? Different budget lol
That’s why they invited him, it’s promo, the footage is part of the deal.
I have an UR RS3. An I5T is one of the best engine sounds ever.
Love this format - sometimes when you want to know more about a car all you need is a clearly delivered walkaround of the car, no need for fancy music or camera angles (which btw Carfection always does very well anyway) and just a great presenter.
Keep up the great work, from production, editing, lighting, general crew and the presenter. You guys are awesome and always presenting quality material.👍
Absolutely going to get the Sportback to go with my TTRS. Man this looks amazing!
I absolutely Love them, I want one , thanks for sharing 👍😁👍
Those will sell by the BOATLOAD! I'm *not* an SUV guy, and not a Sportback fan but Audi does them well and I would have the Sportback in a heartbeat. The way the curve of the guard juxtaposes the curve of the rear side window is so lush. Love them.
I normally hate the coupe-like SUVs, but this RS Q3 Sportback looks the best out of all of them. Much more practical than the TT RS and more room than the RS3. It's a win-win.
I'm kind of the same, these crossover's usually look stupid and in their "sports" versions are pointless, but this is strangely alluring, i like it, the sportback version
Croatia is such a nice country, I recognize the roads from last years roadtrip
OMG I want the Sportback in green ~ stunning.
Wow that looks amazing 👌🏿
To be fair the sport back looks pretty good 👍🏻
That looks gorgeous - love that color
2.5L 5-pot? Well if I *had* to get some soccer mom wheels, this be them
Not in that green though, or in sportback. Absolutely gopping
the normal RS3 hatchback is much better.
@@tommihommi1 ya that vw golf with audi badge and this 2.5L 5cyl is def the better buy. Or how about and actual proper car like mercedes a45 or bmw...bmw idk what they make nothing good for that class to be honest loll. 140i is ok but if its not m,amg or rs fuck that.
@@stefanfreestylez the AMG has a much worse engine, BMW has nothing in this field.
I love the look of this cars! It looks like the type of car that the designer and engineering would have enjoyed making!
Im not an audi fan but hats off. You made the first CUV type vehicle I would buy.
Absolutely!!!!! Stunning!!!
Just seen the intro and I already want one 😁😁
love it!
That green Sportback version though 😍🤤
Audi keeps killing it!
Really like the red one and the green one of course!
Amazing!
Nice motors, spot on with the urus comparison!
Been so overdue for this car to get a refresh. I will be buying this for my wife. I love this 5 cylinder motor.
Both look amazing
Looks really nice
I already liked the Q3 but the coupe is the one I didn’t know I needed.
Loving this new design sweeps and creases and lighting both front and back led👊🏽, interior mood lighting plus quattro,and performance with practicality can't go wrong.
Totally loving the green, my current car is green so I'd be brave enough 😂💚
Stunning 👍👍👍👍
The Henry Catchpole Head-Wedge test 4:39 This should be done on every new SUV
What a beautiful car and colour! I need one.
sportback look is perfection
The RS Q3 Sporback looks gorgeous. It has something about of the Lamborghini Urus. A Mini Urus. Then... Another excellent episode with superb filming and editing quality.
Red color Audi RS Q3 is a killer SUV , its looks is just marvellous and a stunner too.
Needs to come to Canada! Would be amazing to drive the Rockie Mountains of Western Canada!
Will there be an RSQ5?! That would be the sweet spot for men
Beautiful side profile.
The sportback is damn sweet looking
Yes I agree the Sportback looks like a lightweight, baby Urus. I like it. Can't wait to hear the exhaust! Now THAT is what I want to upgrade to from my Q2. Audi, put Henry in the driver's seat ASAP!
Stunning looks like a mini RSQ8 🙌🙌
Will these be available in the US? Because I want the sportback!!! lol
WAY cooler than x4 of glc coupe. RS team seem to be heading in the right direction. New 6,7 and now 3
Does the GLC coupe and X4 compete against this? From what I know those go against the Q5
Holy shit the green one is so beautiful, can't believe I'm saying that a q3 is preety, wow.
The Sportback is the best looking SUV by miles. Nice one, Audi.
Can believe they made this, I want it!
I have a q3 and I love it, but this rsq3 sport back is one of the best cars I’ve seen in a while for the price of it. Got to have one of these
Nice styling looks good.
I dig the crazy green on this.
Wow! It is a mini Urus!
Sportbacks definitely looks the part, holy moly!!
Freaking beautiful that green one
love everything about it.
I used to be a Mercedes fan but after hearing that 5 cylinder sound from audi I brought a rs3 and I wasn't disappointed in fact I'm thinking of tuning it
I just need to see the all new 2020 RS3
Audi is Rocking with new designs....👍
Baby Urus, my mind is now blown.
Love the green - Sportback every day over standard Q3 SUV
Love that green
Bit showy. Belongs on a lamborghini.
Drawing a tangent to an F40 from a school run bus is level 100 journalism. Want to see F40 comparisons in every review from now on haha
I’m not much of an Crossover/SUV/CUV-guy, but I love these! ESPECIALLY the Sportback! ESPECIALLY ESPECIALLY in that GREEN! I’d definitely have that one! First the RS6 Avant, then RS7, and now these! Audi is KILLING IT!
So sick.
This is AWWWWESOME!!!!!!
Very cool baby Urus
That’s quite beautiful
quite neat kit. The Reds lush whilst the greens sporty spice both are urban prowlers not quite the estate in more weather or massive snow.. but fun looking
Damn, the RS Q3 Sportback in grey with black accents would look sick. Now I'm just waiting for the RS Q8 to come out, that thing will be a beast
Beautiful
Nice 👍🏾 I like it
Makes me want go get one straight away 🚨🚨🚨🚨
The Green is everything.
I think audi has been nailing the looks of each and every model lately can't quite tell the same about mercedes or bmw though!
The RS Q3 Backsport looks perfect. I hope it comes to Canada as well.
Love the sport back version and strangely really like the green and black
They both spell out B E AS T especially the Sportsback, if you ask me. Fantastic stance, great follow up to te previous year models. Not too big not too small just frickin'perfect!!!
That green with gloss black looks absolutely bonkers...
I love it
Glad to see another 2.5 tfsi model enter the range, should drive the prices on used longblocks down in time for me to pick one up for a swap in my Mk7 R.
Audi is killing with the designs
I want one of those sportback ones with that red paint on it. That 5 cylinder sound with that RS6 style oval exhaust system on the back... It would be my absolute dream car. Only the price tag can be a bit of a problem to me.
Awesome car love audis
Audi did an amazing job redesigning its RS Q3! The sportsback version is by far my favourite, like a mini Urus!
Let’s see how these new versions will perform on the road...!