2018 BMW X1 vs. 2018 Audi Q3
In comparing the 2018 BMW X1's and the 2018 Audi Q3's specifications and ratings, the 2018 BMW X1 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2018 Audi Q3 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. Based on this comparison of the 2018 BMW X1's and the 2018 Audi Q3's specifications and ratings, the 2018 BMW X1 is a better car than the 2018 Audi Q3.
2018 BMW X1 vs. 2018 Audi Q3 Pricing
A used 2018 BMW X1 ranges from $18,496 to $27,998 while a used 2018 Audi Q3 is priced between $16,897 to $27,998.
2018 BMW X1 vs. 2018 Audi Q3 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 BMW X1 loses 43.4 percent of its value and the 2018 Audi Q3 loses 46.2 percent of its value. This means the 2018 BMW X1 retains 2.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Audi Q3.
2018 BMW X1 vs. 2018 Audi Q3 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X1 is 8.6 out of 10 while the Audi Q3's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the BMW X1 being ranked 1 out of 13 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs and the Audi Q3 being ranked 3 out of 13. Out of 60 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the BMW X1 is ranked 5 and the Audi Q3 is ranked 10. The BMW X1 is also ranked 6 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the Audi Q3 is ranked 12 out of 67.
2018 BMW X1 vs. 2018 Audi Q3 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X1 is 7.2 out of 10. For the Audi Q3 the reliability rating is 6.8 out of 10. This gives the BMW X1 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi Q3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 BMW X1’s base engine makes 228 horsepower, and the 2018 Audi Q3 base engine makes 200 horsepower. The X1 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 515 miles. The Q3 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 473 miles. This gives the 2018 BMW X1 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2018 Audi Q3. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/subcompact SUVs, the 2018 BMW X1 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2018 Audi Q3 has the advantage in the area of front shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2018 BMW X1 and the 2018 Audi Q3 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$18,496 - $27,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
43.4%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$16,897 - $27,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.2%
BMW X1 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi Q3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
6.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW X1 Rankings
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57 out of / 67Audi Q3 Rankings
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5 out of / 55Ranking
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60 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 BMW X1 Trim Levels
sDrive28i, xDrive28i
2018 Audi Q3 Trim Levels
2.0T Premium, 2.0T Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Sport Premium, 2.0T quattro Sport Premium Plus, 2.0T Sport Premium, 2.0T Sport Premium Plus
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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
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):
23 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 515 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 473 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
27.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
58.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
128.3 cubic feet
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:
50.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3543 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
62.9 inches
Length:
175.4 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3494 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
62.6 inches
Length:
172.8 inches
Wheelbase:
102.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R18
