Audi Initiates Local Production of Third-Gen Q3 in Maharashtra for October 16 Launch
Audi India has started local assembly of the third-generation Q3 luxury SUV at its Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar facility, scheduling an official market launch for October 16.
- Rs 1 lakh
- 204 hp
- 12.8 inches
- 11.9 inches
What Happened
Audi India has begun series manufacturing of the third-generation Q3 crossover at the SAVWIPL assembly plant in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra. Retail pre-orders are open across dealerships for a token advance of Rs 1 lakh ahead of customer deliveries commencing October 16, 2026.
1 lakhRs
pre-booking token amount
12.8inch
central touchscreen panel diagonal
11.9inch
digital instrument screen dimension
18inch
standard alloy wheel diameter
Drivetrain hardware features a 2.0-litre turbocharged direct-injection petrol engine rated for 204hp and 320Nm of torque, linked to a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission sending power across all four wheels through Audi Quattro AWD architecture.
The exterior adopts split lighting with customizable daytime signatures, while the interior is centered around a 12.8-inch center touchscreen, an 11.9-inch driver panel, and a Sonos premium audio configuration.
Why this matters
Local CKD production enables competitive positioning against luxury segment rivals including the BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLA. The updated crossover pairs a 204hp 2.0-litre TFSI powertrain and Quattro all-wheel drive with twin 12.8-inch and 11.9-inch cabin displays.
Terms in This Story
- Quattro
- Audi's proprietary permanent all-wheel-drive system engineered to optimize torque distribution between front and rear axles.
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