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A few days ago, overseas media exposed the latest camouflage real car pictures of the new generation Audi Q3. As a replacement, the new Audi Q3 will have a redesigned exterior and will be lengthened or offered with a choice of petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid powertrains. It is reported that the new generation Audi Q3 is expected to be released within the year. For reference, the price range of the Audi Q3 currently on sale in China is 279,800-335,900 yuan.
The new generation Audi Q3 camouflages a real car
SAIC Audi Q6
At this stage, the Audi Q3 has been developed into the second generation model, and the upcoming third generation model will be launched, which will be built on the MQB Evo platform. Combined with the camouflage of the actual car, it can be seen that the new generation of Audi Q3 has been redesigned to adopt a new split headlight cluster. At the same time, the front grille shape has also been adjusted, and the interior is a dot matrix shape. It is worth noting that the overall style of the new generation Audi Q3 is close to that of the Audi Q6.
Another style of front grille styling
It is worth noting that the new generation of Audi Q3 camouflage real car pictures exposed this time also show another style of front grille shape, and the interior is similar to a hexagonal design.
The latest camouflage real car image of the new generation Audi Q3
The new generation of the Audi Q3 features regular door handles, rather than the hidden design that is now popular. It is reported that the new generation of Audi Q3 will be lengthened to the body, and the interior space is expected to be further improved. For reference, the Audi Q3 currently on sale in China has a body length of 4498/1848/1614 mm and a wheelbase of 2680 mm.
The latest camouflage real car image of the new generation Audi Q3
The rear of the new-generation Audi Q3 is designed with a rear spoiler and high-mounted brake lights, and the taillights are elongated. Combined with the camouflage display, a concealed exhaust system is expected. The interior and powertrains of the next-generation Audi Q3 are unknown, but it is expected to be available with petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid powertrains. Looking at the domestic market in a blink of an eye, the Audi Q3 currently on sale offers two power options: 1.5T and 2.0T, both of which are matched with a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission.
Hypothetical image of the new generation Audi Q3 (unofficial)
With the release of the new generation of Audi Q3 overseas, it is expected that the domestic version will also follow up in the future, and it is expected to localize and optimize the vehicle machine system.
Model history
The first generation Audi Q3
The second-generation Audi Q3
奥迪Q3 Sportback
The first-generation Audi Q3 was first released in 2011 and was built on the Volkswagen Group's PQ35 platform, while the second-generation Audi Q3 was released in 2018 and is based on the MQB platform. At the same time, the second-generation Audi Q3 is also available in the Audi Q3 Sportback model, which has a fastback styling design.
Market analysis
The Audi Q3 is positioned as a compact SUV and is in the same class as Mercedes-Benz GLA/Mercedes-Benz GLB and BMW X1. Combined with sales data, in the past six months, BMW X1 annual sales of 47,794 units, Audi Q3 sales of 20,886 units, Mercedes-Benz GLB sales of 19,283 units, Mercedes-Benz GLA sales of 5,874 units. In comparison, there is still a certain gap between the sales of Audi Q3 and BMW X1. Do you think the new generation of Audi Q3 will be able to change the status quo of the existing market after it is introduced into China in the future?