MINI Cooper vs. Audi Q3
When comparing the MINI Cooper to the Audi Q3, the MINI Cooper has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Audi Q3 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the MINI Cooper versus the Audi Q3, the two cars are fairly comparable.
MINI Cooper vs. Audi Q3 Pricing
A used 2011 MINI Cooper ranges from $5,931 to $13,107 while a used 2023 Audi Q3 is priced between $40,635 to $48,712.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the MINI Cooper’s base engine makes 121 horsepower, and the Audi Q3 base engine makes 184 horsepower. The Cooper is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 488 miles. The Q3 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 461 miles. The Cooper uses gasoline, and the Q3 uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Audi Q3 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The MINI Cooper has the advantage in the area of front leg room. The MINI Cooper and Audi Q3 are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Audi Q3 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$5,931 - $13,107
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$42,344 - $50,501
Used Asking Price:
$40,635 - $48,712
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.2%
MINI Cooper Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Audi Q3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
6.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
MINI Cooper Rankings
Not yet available
Audi Q3 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
13 out of / 67Ranking
19 out of / 67Ranking
23 out of / 67Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Hatchback
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
MINI Cooper Trim Levels
Not yet available
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
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):
Not yet available
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:
121 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
114 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
29 / 37 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 488 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
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
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
50.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
44.7 inches
Cargo Space:
5.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
24 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
81.7 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2568 lbs
Width:
75.8 inches
Height:
55.4 inches
Length:
145.6 inches
Wheelbase:
97.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
175/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R18
