Driving Audi’s best seller today – the compact Q3 40 TFSI quattro S-Line
Sportback SUV – a 2.0-litre turbo 132kW four-cylinder seven-speed dual clutch
automatic with all-wheel-drive. I’ve always highly regarded the Audi Q3 and the
sloped roof Sportback variant adds another perspective – these days its grown in
price like a lot of cars – now $78,245 drive-away but fortunately still under the
luxury car tax threshold. A roomy cabin and nicely proportioned power front
seats make this a very comfortable compact SUV – it’s the perfect package size
for four good sized adults. And despite the sloped roof, headroom in the rear
remains nearly as good as the wagon version. A flat bottom steering wheel gives
it a sporty feel while an excellent dash and instrumentation with large touch
screen and a driver’s display can be configured in different ways. The driving
side features a nice torque band from 1400 to 3900 revs while Sports mode steps
up the enjoyment level making it real driver’s car. Push it hard however and it can
become a little thirsty, I managed 8.9l/100 on 95 grade petrol. But with a stack of
convenience, comfort and driving features the compact Audi Q3 Sportback offers
just so much despite its hefty price tag. I’m David Berthon

Driving Audi’s best seller today – the compact Q3 40 TFSI quattro S-Line Sportback SUV – a 2.0-litre turbo 132kW four-cylinder seven-speed dual clutch automatic with all-wheel-drive. I’ve always highly regarded the Audi Q3 and the sloped roof Sportback variant adds another perspective – these days its grown in price like a lot of cars – now $78,245 drive-away but fortunately still under the luxury car tax threshold. A roomy cabin and nicely proportioned power front seats make this a very comfortable compact SUV – it’s the perfect package size for four good sized adults. And despite the sloped roof, headroom in the rear remains nearly as good as the wagon version. A flat bottom steering wheel gives it a sporty feel while an excellent dash and instrumentation with large touch screen and a driver’s display can be configured in different ways. The driving side features a nice torque band from 1400 to 3900 revs while Sports mode steps up the enjoyment level making it real driver’s car. Push it hard however and it can become a little thirsty, I managed 8.9l/100 on 95 grade petrol. But with a stack of convenience, comfort and driving features the compact Audi Q3 Sportback offers just so much despite its hefty price tag. I’m David Berthon

A weekly show with all the latest information and news in the motoring industry. Hosted by 2GB's very own motoring corespondent David Berthon. 

For more engaging content visit the 2GB website, or listen live to 2GB 873.

A weekly show with all the latest information and news in the motoring industry. Hosted by 2GB's very own motoring corespondent David Berthon.&nbsp;
For more engaging content visit the 2GB website, or listen live to 2GB 873.

Motor Torque with David Berthon

A weekly show with all the latest information and news in the motoring industry. Hosted by 2GB's very own motoring corespondent David Berthon. 

For more engaging content visit the 2GB website, or listen live to 2GB 873 

A weekly show with all the latest information and news in the motoring industry. Hosted by 2GB's very own motoring corespondent David Berthon.&nbsp;
For more engaging content visit the 2GB website, or listen live to 2GB 873&nbsp;

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