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Audi Q3 Sportback 2019

2019

The Audi Q3 Sportback arrived in 2019 as a more dynamic-looking derivative of the second-generation Q3. It fits into Audi’s push in the compact luxury SUV segment, where the Q3 has played an important role since its launch in 2011. Compared with the standard Q3, the Sportback is identified by a lower roofline and a more coupe-like silhouette, while remaining part of the same model family. This generation is built on the MQB A2 platform and benefits from a more modern presentation along with improved onboard technology. Within the range, the Sportback answers demand for a sharper design without leaving the Q3’s core identity.

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History

The Audi Q3 was introduced in 2011 as Audi’s entry into the compact luxury SUV segment. It originally used the Volkswagen Group’s PQ46 platform and shared components with other group models such as the Volkswagen Tiguan and the Audi A3. Early versions were offered with 2.0 TFSI and 2.0 TDI engines, aiming to balance performance and efficiency. A facelift arrived in 2014 for the 2015 model year, bringing styling and technology updates. The second generation, unveiled in 2018, moved to the MQB A2 platform and brought a sportier appearance together with improved technology. In that context, the Q3 Sportback appeared in 2019 as a variant designed to deliver a more dynamic profile.

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Technical data

Q3 Sportback is presented here with its key technical data: 148 - 227 ch, 250 - 400 Nm, 6.3 - 9.6 s, 204 - 233 km/h. The recorded setup is Traction / Automatique, 7 rapports.

Power

148 - 227 ch

Torque

250 - 400 Nm

0-100 km/h

6.3 - 9.6 s

Top speed

204 - 233 km/h

Displacement

1498 - 1984 cm3

Weight

1535 - 14605 kg

Dimensions

4501 x 1839 x 1565 mm

Consumption

4.9 - 7.7 L/100 km

Fuel types

Essence, Diesel

Gearboxes

Automatique, 7 rapports, Manuelle, 6 rapports

Drivetrain

Traction

Matched engine options
Version	Power	Torque	Gearbox	Drivetrain
2.0L TFSI quattro S tronic 7AT AWD (230 HP)	227 ch	350 Nm	Automatique, 7 rapports	-
35 TDI S tronic 6MT AWD (150 HP)	148 ch	340 Nm	Manuelle, 6 rapports	Traction
35 TDI S tronic 7AT FWD (150 HP)	148 ch	340 Nm	Automatique, 7 rapports	Traction
35 TFSI 6MT FWD (150 HP)	148 ch	250 Nm	Manuelle, 6 rapports	Traction
40 TDI 7AT FWD (190 HP)	187 ch	400 Nm	Automatique, 7 rapports	Traction
1.5L TFSI 6MT FWD (150 HP)	148 ch	250 Nm	Manuelle, 6 rapports	Traction
1.5L TFSI S tronic 7AT FWD (150 HP)	148 ch	250 Nm	Automatique, 7 rapports	Traction
2.0L TDI S tronic 7AT FWD (150 HP)	148 ch	340 Nm	Automatique, 7 rapports	Traction

2.0L TFSI quattro S tronic 7AT AWD (230 HP)

Power: 227 ch
Torque: 350 Nm
Gearbox: Automatique, 7 rapports
Drivetrain: -

35 TDI S tronic 6MT AWD (150 HP)

Power: 148 ch
Torque: 340 Nm
Gearbox: Manuelle, 6 rapports
Drivetrain: Traction

35 TDI S tronic 7AT FWD (150 HP)

Power: 148 ch
Torque: 340 Nm
Gearbox: Automatique, 7 rapports
Drivetrain: Traction

35 TFSI 6MT FWD (150 HP)

Power: 148 ch
Torque: 250 Nm
Gearbox: Manuelle, 6 rapports
Drivetrain: Traction

40 TDI 7AT FWD (190 HP)

Power: 187 ch
Torque: 400 Nm
Gearbox: Automatique, 7 rapports
Drivetrain: Traction

1.5L TFSI 6MT FWD (150 HP)

Power: 148 ch
Torque: 250 Nm
Gearbox: Manuelle, 6 rapports
Drivetrain: Traction

1.5L TFSI S tronic 7AT FWD (150 HP)

Power: 148 ch
Torque: 250 Nm
Gearbox: Automatique, 7 rapports
Drivetrain: Traction

2.0L TDI S tronic 7AT FWD (150 HP)

Power: 148 ch
Torque: 340 Nm
Gearbox: Automatique, 7 rapports
Drivetrain: Traction

Source: CarData.wiki

Production

The Q3 Sportback was introduced in 2019 as a variant of the second-generation Q3. The dossier does not provide model-specific production data, but it states that the relevant generation was produced from 2018 to 2025. The Sportback therefore belongs to that production period, within which Audi expanded the range with a more visibly sporty design. No further reliable information is provided about assembly locations, output volumes, or target markets.

Evolution

The 2019 Q3 Sportback belongs to the second-generation Q3, produced from 2018 to 2025. That generation marked a clear step forward from the first one, especially in design and onboard technology. The Sportback variant does not alter the model’s identity, but it emphasizes its visual character through a lower and more flowing silhouette. It therefore offers a more expressive interpretation of the compact SUV format while keeping the general traits of the Q3 family. In the model’s evolution, it stands mainly as an important styling step aimed at broadening the range without breaking away from the generation’s architecture.

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Variants

Among the notable Audi Q3 versions, the Q3 Sportback holds a distinct place thanks to its more dynamic design. The dossier also mentions the RS Q3, which is focused on performance, but the Sportback is primarily differentiated by style rather than by any specific mechanical sporting role stated here. In the range, it complements the standard Q3 by offering a more visually expressive alternative. It can be recognized by its lower roofline and a silhouette closer to a coupe-style SUV. Otherwise, it remains tied to the general traits of the second-generation Q3, including the technological and presentation improvements introduced from 2018 onward.