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Finally after a lot of buzz, Audi Q3 has been launched in the Indian auto market on 6th June, 2012 but surprisingly without any hush. This is the smallest member of Audi Q family and is the most compact of the crossovers available at the company’s stable in the Indian soil. One of the most anticipated vehicles of 2012, Audi Q3 is in direct competition with BMW X1 which is seeing some phenomenal success in this part of the world. All eyes are fixed on will Audi Q3 be able to put a dent in BMW X1s sales or the latter will get better of it. Let’s check out how both these mesmerizing crossovers Audi Q3 vs BMW X1 face off each other on the basis of following factors:-

AUDI Q3 VS BMW X1 ~ Grease n Gasoline

Audi Q3 - the all new smallest SUV launch by Audi - to take on BMW X1 - comes in both 4x2 and 4x4 Wheel Drive as compared to X1 which is a rear wheel driven car, loaded with powerful 2.0 Litre Diesel Engine producing 177 BHP of power as against BMW X1 displacing 184 BHP. The Interiors and body design with LED tail lights gives feel of Audi Q5 in the first instance.

AUDI Q3 VS BMW X1 ~ Grease n Gasoline

Audi Q3 will be available in 7 Speed S Tronic Automatic Transmission while BMW X1 is available in 6 speed Automatic Transmission. In terms of dimensions, Audi Q3 will be slighlty short as compared to BMW X1 while Q3 will however be slightly more spacious than X1 in terms of more width :-

AUDI Q3 VS BMW X1 ~ Grease n Gasoline

Audi Q3 Dimensions - Length - 4390mm, Width 1830mm, Height 1600mm, Boot Space - 460 Litres
BMW X1 Dimensions - Length - 4454mm, Width 1798mm, Height 1545mm, Boot Space - 421 Litres
In terms of spare wheel, Audi Q3 has 1 spare wheel which is not present in BMW X1 - however, the tyres build and quality is as such wherein one can drive car till 150kms even in puncture without any discomfort.The compact SUV, Audi Q3 features Deluxe automatic air conditioning, ambient lighting, Hill-start assist, an efficiency program showing on board computer, panoramic sunroof, power windows, 4-way lumber support, rear wiper and defogger, rear AC vent and cup holder, adjustable steering wheel with mounted controls and foldable rear seats. The list continues with electrically adjustable driver’s seat and door mirrors, dash integrated music system, auto viper, auto headlamps, Concert radio with single CD, Bluetooth interface, Audi music interface, Voice control, Monometallic inlays, Floor mats, etc.

AUDI Q3 VS BMW X1 ~ Grease n Gasoline

Breathtaking BMW X1 boasts of enormous comfort and convenience features including dual toned dashboard, AC vents, audio system, illuminated glove compartment and the instrument panel comes with twin dials that sports tachometer, speedometer, fuel level and consumption. Power sockets, 40:20:40 split, ambient lighting, illuminated luggage section, Illumination for vanity mirrors, courtesy lights front and rear, front footwell lights, front and rear reading lights, storage compartments in centre console, dashboard and front interior door panels, centre console with cup holder and many others.
Mileage:-

The all new Audi Q3 is capable of delivering impressive fuel efficiency of 12-13 kmpl on city roads and 15-16 kmpl on highways. whereas the style icon BMW X1 offers impressive overall fuel efficiency of 11-14 kmpl.

Price:-

Alluring Audi Q3 is tagged in the price bracket of Rs 26.21 lakh – Rs 31.49 lakh while the spectacular BMW X1 is tagged in the price bracket of Rs 22.61 lakh – Rs 30.91 lakh (Ex-showroom New Delhi).

Verdict:-
We come to the conclusion that Audi Q3 is slightly better then BMW X1 because of its fabulous interiors and high performing capabilities. However, BMW X1 is more competitively tagged and has got more appealing looks.
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AUDI Q3 VS BMW X1 ~ Grease n Gasoline