Small premium crossovers are part of a
continuously-growing segment in which buyers are gravitating towards vehicles
with decent ground clearance, plenty of on-board tech and a fresh aesthetic,
both inside and out.
The Audi Q3 fits that description brilliantly, and
to top it off, it’s still relatively new on the market, which means people are
going to take notice, especially if you opt for a flashy exterior color like
bright blue or orange.
This particular Audi Exclusive Q3 35 TDI
quattro model has found at the Audi Forum in Neckarsulm, wearing a Pulse Orange S-line
exterior, which could be just the thing to draw in a younger crowd – or those
who’d rather have something more special than the default white/black/silver
options.
As for the interior, there is a flat-bottom steering
wheel, leather sports seats and interior elements in orange Alcantara, matching
the exterior and adding color to an otherwise somber cabin. The Alcantara bits
are a £ 375 option in the UK, by the way. The only thing we would add is
the S tronic dual-clutch transmission just for the ease of not having to face
the daily traffic with a manual.
On the road, the Q3 has been called the sportiest
crossover in its segment, but if it’s speed you crave, then perhaps this 35 TDI
quattro version isn’t the best way to go. Its 2.0-liter turbocharged
four-cylinder engine produces just 150 PS and 340 Nm of
torque, for a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 9.3 seconds. Pretty
decent for a compact SUV with an oil-burner, but nothing to write home about.
