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2026 Audi Q3: Aluminium interiors, 201 BHP, E20 compatibility and tech-boost

2026 Audi Q3: Aluminium interiors, 201 BHP, E20 compatibility and tech-boost

The 2026 Audi Q3 is all set to arrive with a redesigned look, a technology-packed cabin and a few metallic touches that help its interior shine. Aluminium inserts add a premium edge to the dashboard and cabin surfaces, complementing the soft-touch materials and digital displays.

Under the bonnet, a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine produces 201 BHP and 320 Nm of torque, while Quattro all-wheel drive (AWD) adds confidence on the road. The engine is also E20-compatible, a relevant consideration for motorists in India as the use of ethanol-blended petrol grows.

Step inside the new Q3 and the aluminium inserts help set the tone. Paired with soft-touch materials, solid doors and consistent panel gaps, they give the cabin a refined finish without trying too hard to show off. The result is an interior that feels suitably premium, with the metal detailing adding a little extra sparkle to the everyday drive.

Technology takes the front seat, too. An 11.9-inch Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus and a 12.8-inch MMI touchscreen sit together in a panoramic digital display, joined by a head-up display, panoramic sunroof, three-zone climate control, ambient lighting and a 420W, 12-speaker Sonos audio system with a subwoofer.

The Q3’s 2.0-litre TSI turbo-petrol engine produces 201 BHP and 320 Nm of torque. Audi has stated a 0–100 kilometres per hour (km/h) time of 7. seconds and a top speed of 229 km/h. Acceleration is strong, torque is readily available, and the seven-speed DSG transmission delivers smooth gear changes.