2021 Audi Q3 vs. 2021 BMW X1
When comparing the 2021 Audi Q3's and the 2021 BMW X1's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Audi Q3 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2021 BMW X1 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Audi Q3's and the 2021 BMW X1's specifications and ratings, the 2021 BMW X1 is a better car than the 2021 Audi Q3.
2021 Audi Q3 vs. 2021 BMW X1 Pricing
A used 2021 Audi Q3 ranges from $24,610 to $36,989 while a used 2021 BMW X1 is priced between $26,090 to $37,501.
2021 Audi Q3 vs. 2021 BMW X1 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Audi Q3 loses 46.2 percent of its value and the 2021 BMW X1 loses 43.4 percent of its value. This means the 2021 BMW X1 retains 2.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Audi Q3.
2021 Audi Q3 vs. 2021 BMW X1 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi Q3 is 8.3 out of 10 while the BMW X1's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Audi Q3 being ranked 3 out of 13 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs and the BMW X1 being ranked 1 out of 13. Out of 60 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the Audi Q3 is ranked 10 and the BMW X1 is ranked 5. The Audi Q3 is also ranked 12 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the BMW X1 is ranked 6 out of 67.
2021 Audi Q3 vs. 2021 BMW X1 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi Q3 is 6.8 out of 10. For the BMW X1 the reliability rating is 7.2 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 2021 Audi Q3’s base engine makes 184 horsepower, and the 2021 BMW X1 base engine makes 228 horsepower. The Q3 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 477 miles. The X1 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 531 miles. This gives the 2021 BMW X1 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Audi Q3. The Q3 uses regular unleaded, and the X1 uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/subcompact SUVs, the 2021 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 2021 Audi Q3 has the advantage in the area of front shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2021 Audi Q3 and the 2021 BMW X1 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$24,610 - $36,989
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$26,090 - $37,501
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
43.4%
Audi Q3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
6.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW X1 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi Q3 Rankings
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60 out of / 67BMW X1 Rankings
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57 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Audi Q3 Trim Levels
quattro Premium 40 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 40 TFSI, quattro S line Prem Plus 45 TFSI, quattro S line Premium 45 TFSI
2021 BMW X1 Trim Levels
sDrive28i, xDrive28i
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:
184 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 477 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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):
24 / 33 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
386 / 531 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
23.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
48 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
107.7 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3902 lbs
Width:
79.7 inches
Height:
62.9 inches
Length:
176.6 inches
Wheelbase:
105.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3567 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
62.9 inches
Length:
175.5 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R18
