Audi India Launches 2015 Q3 Facelift For Rs 28.99 Lakhs
Audi India today rolled out the new avatar of its one of
the most popular SUV Audi Q3. Since the launch of Audi Q3 in 2012, it has been
most successful entry level SUV of Audi in India. Although the the
new Audi runs on same engine and transmission as its elder sibling but it comes
with refreshed design and number of technical innovations. The new Audi Q3 will cost only INR 28.99 lakh.
In terms of styling, the
Q3 now gets the family front end with a larger and more prominent chrome
grille, slimmer headlamps and a new front bumper with prominent air vents. The
back of the SUV gets tweaked tail-lamps. The facelift Q3 rides on 16-inch
wheels in the Q3 S, while other variants get 17-inch wheels.
Inside, the facelift Q3
offers a choice of all-black or black and beige dual-tone interior with LED
interior lightening package and power adjustable front seats. The wood trim on
the older model has been replaced by a textured metallic finish. The new Audi
comes with the MMI Navigation System and Parking Plus with rear view camera. Apart
from driving pleasure the driver can enjoy music with Audi sound system which
includes Audio Music Interface, a 20 GB jukebox, two SDHC slots, Bluetooth connectivity
and streaming. The cargo compartment of new Audi Q3 has capacity of 460 liters
and by folding down the split rear seatbacks this can be increased to 13650
liters.
Talking about the
features, the new Audi comes with auto drive select which enables the driver to
adjust key engine, steering and transmission modules, to suit his or her
personal driving experience . The SUV also features steering mounted paddle
sift to allow the driver to enjoy the sporty nature of Audi Drive Select and
the quick seven-speed S tronic transmission. It has also included Hill Descent Control
function to improve the new Audi Q3’s off-roading prowess.
In combination with the high torque engine, the new Audi
Q3 provides drivers with good balance of comfortable motoring and sporty
dynamics. McPherson front axle with lower aluminum wishbones and four- link
rear axle with separate spring configuration helps in providing superior ride
comfort and promotes a sporty driving style.
In terms of safety, the mirrors(Interiors and Exterior)
has anti glare effects, Traction control (ASR) reduces the spinning of drive
wheels hence delivers more traction and stability on road surfaces. Other
safety features includes Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Differential
Lock, Electronic stabilization control, side-on collision protection and 6 air
bags.
Specification
Engine
|
|
Engine
type
|
Inline
4-cylinder diesel engine with VTG turbocharger,
TDI
direct injection
|
Displacement
in cc
|
1,9846
|
Number
of valves per cylinder
|
4
|
Max
power
|
177
hp at 4200 rpm
|
Max
torque
|
380
Nm at 1,750-2,500 rpm
|
Transmission
|
|
Drive
type
|
Quattro
permanent all wheel drive
|
Transmission
Type
|
7-speed
S tronic dual-clutch transmission with electro hydraulic control
|
Suspension
|
|
Front
Suspension
|
McPherson
struts with aluminum lower wishbones, steel pivot bearings, aluminum sub
frame, tubular anti-roll bar, track-stabilizing steering roll radius
|
Rear
Suspension
|
Four-link
rear suspension with separate spring absorber arrangement, sub frame, aluminum
wheel carriers, tabular anti-roll bar
|
Steering
|
Electromechanical
steering with speed-dependent power assist
|
Brake
system
|
Dual-circuit
brake system with diagonal split, ESP, hydraulic brake assist, disk brakes vandalized
at front, solid at rear
Brake system: 16”/16”
|
Wheels
|
Aluminum,
weight optimized,6.5j*16, offset:33
|
Tyres
|
215/65
R16
|
Weights
|
|
Unladen
weight (Excluding driver)
|
1,585
kg
|
Gross
vehicle weight
|
2185 kg
|
Fuel
tank capacity
|
64L
|
Performance
|
|
Top
speed
|
212
km\h
|
Acceleration
0-100 k\h in s
|
8.2
|
Fuel
consumption km\l
|
15.73
|
Dimensions
|
|
Length
|
4,385
mm
|
Height
|
1,608
mm
|
Wheelbase
|
2,603
mm
|
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