2015 Audi Q3 vs. 2015 GMC Acadia
When we compare the 2015 Audi Q3's and the 2015 GMC Acadia's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Audi Q3 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. The 2015 GMC Acadia has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2015 Audi Q3's and the 2015 GMC Acadia's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2015 Audi Q3 vs. 2015 GMC Acadia Pricing
A used 2015 Audi Q3 ranges from $11,757 to $21,895 while a used 2015 GMC Acadia is priced between $9,891 to $21,998.
2015 Audi Q3 vs. 2015 GMC Acadia Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2015 Audi Q3 loses 46.2 percent of its value and the 2015 GMC Acadia loses 52.8 percent of its value. This means the 2015 Audi Q3 retains 6.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2015 GMC Acadia.
2015 Audi Q3 vs. 2015 GMC Acadia Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi Q3 is 8.3 out of 10 while the GMC Acadia's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Audi Q3 being ranked 3 out of 13 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs and the GMC Acadia being ranked 2 out of 7 Best 6-seater SUVs.
2015 Audi Q3 vs. 2015 GMC Acadia Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi Q3 is 6.8 out of 10. For the GMC Acadia the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the GMC Acadia an advantage in reliability compared to the Audi Q3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2015 Audi Q3’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the 2015 GMC Acadia base engine makes 281 horsepower. The Q3 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 490 miles. The Acadia is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 528 miles.This gives the 2015 Audi Q3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2015 GMC Acadia the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2015 Audi Q3 has higher safety ratings than the 2015 GMC Acadia, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.88 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11757 - 21895
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.461597
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9891 - 21998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.527744
Audi Q3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
6.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
GMC Acadia Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.280022 / 10
Reliability:
8.280065 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
9.8 / 10
Audi Q3 Rankings
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61 out of / 68GMC Acadia Rankings
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63 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2015 Audi Q3 Trim Levels
2.0T Premium Plus, 2.0T Prestige, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Prestige
2015 GMC Acadia Trim Levels
Denali, SLE-1, SLE-2, SLT-1, SLT-2
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.88 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5100 rpm
Torque:
207 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
281 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
266 foot-lbs @ 3400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 490 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 24 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
374 / 528 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37 inches
Front Leg Room:
40 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Cargo Space:
16.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
48.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61 inches
Cargo Space:
24.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
116.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
175.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3494 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
62.6 inches
Length:
172.6 inches
Wheelbase:
102.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4656 lbs
Width:
78.9 inches
Height:
70.4 inches
Length:
200.8 inches
Wheelbase:
118.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/65R18