Audi Q3 vs. BMW X1
In comparing the Audi Q3's and the BMW X1's specifications and ratings, the Audi Q3 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars The BMW X1 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi Q3's and the BMW X1's specifications and ratings, the BMW X1 is a better car than the Audi Q3.
Audi Q3 vs. BMW X1 Pricing
A used 2023 Audi Q3 ranges from $36,996 to $47,084 while a used 2023 BMW X1 is priced between $41,273 to $48,725. For a new model, the Audi Q3's price is between $41,762 and $50,418, with the BMW X1 priced between $41,421 and $50,394.
Audi Q3 vs. BMW X1 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi Q3 loses 46.2 percent of its value and the BMW X1 loses 43.4 percent of its value. This means the BMW X1 retains 2.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi Q3.
Audi Q3 vs. 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 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the Audi Q3 is ranked 12 and the BMW X1 is ranked 6.
Audi Q3 vs. 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 Audi Q3’s base engine makes 184 horsepower, and the BMW X1 base engine makes 241 horsepower. The Q3 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 461 miles. The X1 is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 486 miles. This gives the BMW X1 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Audi Q3. The Q3 uses regular unleaded, and the X1 uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Audi Q3 and BMW X1 are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Audi Q3 and the BMW X1 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the BMW X1 has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$41,762 - $50,418
Used Asking Price:
$36,996 - $47,084
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$41,421 - $50,394
Used Asking Price:
$41,273 - $48,725
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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1 out of / 13Ranking
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5 out of / 27Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 10Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
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9 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 60Ranking
12 out of / 67Ranking
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18 out of / 67Ranking
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25 out of / 67Ranking
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59 out of / 67BMW X1 Rankings
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1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
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1 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 27Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
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3 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 67Ranking
6 out of / 67Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 60Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
13 out of / 67Ranking
19 out of / 67Ranking
25 out of / 67Ranking
28 out of / 67Ranking
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57 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
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
BMW X1 Trim Levels
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:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
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:
241 hp @ 4500 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1500 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 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 461 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
358 / 486 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
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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:
40.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
25.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
46.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
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:
3750 lbs
Width:
82.8 inches
Height:
64.6 inches
Length:
177.2 inches
Wheelbase:
106 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 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:
225/55R18
