2018 BMW X1 vs. 2018 Audi Q3
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2018 BMW X1 and 2018 Audi Q3 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2018 BMW X1 and the 2018 Audi Q3.
When we compare 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 and base engine power. The 2018 Audi Q3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and overall quality score. 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.
Pricing: A used 2018 BMW X1 ranges from $15,699 to $25,395 while a used 2018 Audi Q3 is priced between $13,995 to $24,997.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 BMW X1 loses 44.6 percent of its value and the 2018 Audi Q3 loses 47.6 percent of its value. This means the 2018 BMW X1 retains 3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Audi Q3.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X1 is 7.9 out of 10 while the Audi Q3's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the BMW X1 being ranked 3 out of 13 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs and the Audi Q3 being ranked 2 out of 13. Out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the BMW X1 is ranked 16 and the Audi Q3 is ranked 11.
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: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2018 Audi Q3 has higher safety ratings than the 2018 BMW X1, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.88 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$33,900
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$35,782
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$22,990 - $52,100
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$32,900
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$35,782
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$22,990 - $52,100
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$20,977
Price Range:
$15,699 - $25,395
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$23,133
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$15,907 - $40,599
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
198
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
73,810
# Good or Great Deals:
66
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$19,751
Price Range:
$13,995 - $24,997
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$23,133
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$15,907 - $40,599
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
184
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
76,510
# Good or Great Deals:
65
BMW X1 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.9 / 10
Audi Q3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
6.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 BMW X1
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
6.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
5.1 - 6.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
4.1%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Audi Q3
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
6.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
5.1 - 6.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
9.1%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
8.7
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
1.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
1.2 - 8.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
1.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
1.2 - 8.7
BMW X1 Rankings
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59 out of / 68Audi Q3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
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2 out of / 9Ranking
4 out of / 59Ranking
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61 out of / 68Available 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):
4.88 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
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 Specs
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
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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 Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Estoril Blue Metallic / Mediterranean Blue Metallic
Brown
Sparkling Brown Metallic
Gray
Mineral Grey Metallic
Green
Dark Olive Metallic
Orange
Sunset Orange Metallic
Silver
Glacier Silver Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black / Mythos Black Metallic
Blue
Utopia Blue Metallic
Brown
Not available
Gray
Daytona Gray Pearl Effect / Manhattan Gray Metallic
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
Silver
Cuvee Silver Metallic / Florett Silver Metallic
White
Cortina White / Glacier White Metallic
Red
Misano Red Pearl Effect
Interior Colors
Beige
Canberra Beige
Black
Black / Black w/ Blue Highlight
Brown
Mocha
Gray
Oyster / Oyster/Black
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black
Brown
Chestnut Brown
Gray
Rock Gray
