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Great vids Brydo ?
I just spoke to my local audi dealer and he confirmed that the black edition will be coming on the scheme with an AP of £2149. Also none of the Q3’s come with heated seats or front parking sensors as standard, its part of a comfort and sound pack at an additional cost of about £1100, which is quite steep as heated seats are standard on the XC40 and tiguan.
I just spoke to my local audi dealer and he confirmed that the black edition will be coming on the scheme with an AP of £2149. Also none of the Q3’s come with heated seats or front parking sensors as standard, its part of a comfort and sound pack at an additional cost of about £1100, which is quite steep as heated seats are standard on the XC40 and tiguan.
Yes, it does have a few howling equipment omissions. They used to criticise BMW for lack of standard equipment but comparable BMW’s seem to be better equipped as standard than Audi’s these days. Just had a look at the spec of the Black edition. Doesn’t seem to add anything over the S-Line in terms of kit, just a few external stying tweaks. Does look a bit better on the outside though. Piano black interior trim replaces metal look trim inside the cabin. Would need to check that it doesn’t make the interior look too drab. The Q3 is smaller than the Tiguan and with less kit, but it does add a premium feel that the Tiguan lacks. Struggling to love the XC40 due to exterior styling (which I know is subjective, but doesn’t work for me) and the touchscreen everything approach, as well as the fact that it’s also smaller than the Tiguan. Decisions, decisions! Keeping everything crossed that my wife can get in and out of the 3 Series Touring!
Sounds like you’ve got a similar headache to me glos guy, I’m still trying to narrow it down between the allspace SEL, new 5008, xc40, q3 or new Tiguan r line, gonna wait till January’s new quarter and decide then
Sounds like you’ve got a similar headache to me glos guy, I’m still trying to narrow it down between the allspace SEL, new 5008, xc40, q3 or new Tiguan r line, gonna wait till January’s new quarter and decide then
Yep. My wife is a full time wheelchair user so, whilst we both love nice cars, ease of access for her plus a good sized boot for the wheelchair are critical. The Tiguan boot is as small as we can go, without having to dismantle the wheelchair (which is a faff) so that could well rule out the Q3 and XC40. I also dislike the look of the Volvo. My wife detests French cars (and I’m not to keen either) so that rules out the 5008, even though it would probably tick all the boxes (although it was only available with weedy engines when I last looked). We discounted the Allspace last time as the 3rd row of seats (that we would never use) make a messy and uneven boot floor that negates the extra space. The new Ford Kuga could be an option, but I’ve yet to look at one. I love BMW’s. My wife doesn’t, but she no longer drives, so I win on that one! I was keen on getting the X1 last time but when we went to look at it we were both underwhelmed. I was driving a privately owned 5 series at the time and in terms of quality it was chalk and cheese. Not even remotely similar, with awful seats and it seemed cramped and dated compared to the Tiguan. I sold the 5 series at the beginning of this year so won’t have that compassion next time, but the 3 Series will be 80% of the 5 series whereas the X1 felt like 50% (if that makes sense)! As for the regular Tiguan (we currently have the 190PS SEL) I am bored with them and really fancy a change, but if we were forced to get another I fancied the R-Line. Sadly, IMO, VW has ruined the R-Line with the facelift. Loads of kit missing and seats that look like a 1980’s Golf GTi. The Elegance now seems like the far better choice, but that’s the equivalent of what we have now. I don’t entirely rule out leaving Motability and getting a car that we can’t get on the scheme. We will see what Q1 brings.
I agree with the lack of kit on the Tiguan, such a shame, speaking of the BMW X1, it’s getting a proper facelift soon, just don’t know when so keep an eye on that as well, I really want the GLB to make it to the scheme id be the first to order it
I agree with the lack of kit on the Tiguan, such a shame, speaking of the BMW X1, it’s getting a proper facelift soon, just don’t know when so keep an eye on that as well, I really want the GLB to make it to the scheme id be the first to order it
Thanks for the heads up. I will keep an eye out for it. The motoring press say that the X1 is showing its age now, and BMW are usually pretty good at keeping things up to date, so that doesn’t surprise me. We really could do with some bigger SUV’s on the scheme though. There’s a wide choice of the baby ones, which are fine if all you want is the higher driving position, but for those disabled folk who have to cart around wheelchairs, scooters etc the boots are usually too small. Wouldn’t it be great to have a choice between, say, the BMW X3, Audi Q5, Land Rover Discovery Sport, Volvo XC60 etc? None are exactly ‘exotica’ or extravagant, and AP’s would need to reflect the additional leasing costs, but the daft price caps would need scrapping or revising. We can live in hope, but I won’t be holding my breath!
After over 5 years with my beloved Volvo xc60 lux auto, it’s time to move on!
I completed the test drive of the Audi Q3 sline 1.5 petrol this morning and was impressed with the car so much that i ordered straight after. I have completed 3 test drives: the x1 d xline and the tiguan yesterday, and i have decided to go with the Audi. It may not be as big inside as the Tiguan, but it feels and looks in a different class.The Black Edition is only £150 more than the Sline, so gone with that. We are talking about a £38,000 car here for £2300 Deposit, its a steal ! Downside is thst it does not come with Heated Seats.
Lead times for Audi- 13 to 16 weeks.
Any questions please ask.
I was pleasantly surprised to see the Q3 come on the scheme this quarter!
We have a 2017 BMW X1 Auto Diesel with heated seats (was an extra when I got it, but the dealer sorted out a good price) and absolutely love it. Great pulling power, nice cabin and range of equipment. We have extended it by a year to give us some time to think and get to showrooms etc.
However, after seeing the Q3 come on the scheme, I’m tempted to change earlier. I’d probably go for the Black Edition and wait till Q1 to see if any offers become available, but just the thought of not having heated seats makes me sad. An extra 1K is a lot to pay for this.
Here’s to hoping Q1 brings deals! But, congrats to all who have ordered already 🙂
Can anyone comment on how easy it is to get in/out of the Q3 in comparison to the Tiguan? I’ve tried a Tiguan which is pretty much the same car but I found it just a little bit too high to get in so crossed it off my list. I was wondering if the Audi was slightly lower with it being a bit more of a sporty model?
After over 5 years with my beloved Volvo xc60 lux auto, it’s time to move on! I completed the test drive of the Audi Q3 sline 1.5 petrol this morning and was impressed with the car so much that i ordered straight after. I have completed 3 test drives: the x1 d xline and the tiguan yesterday, and i have decided to go with the Audi. It may not be as big inside as the Tiguan, but it feels and looks in a different class.The Black Edition is only £150 more than the Sline, so gone with that. We are talking about a £38,000 car here for £2300 Deposit, its a steal ! Downside is thst it does not come with Heated Seats. Lead times for Audi- 13 to 16 weeks. Any questions please ask.
Thanks for the update. Very interesting. Good to hear that you found the 1.5 to be OK, especially after moving from an XC60 which I assume had a 2.0 litre? These modern engines seem woefully small on paper but can surprise. Both my daughters have 1.0 litre turbo engines (one Ford and one Hyundai) and both are really quick cars. No lack of oomph at all (and I’m used to powerful cars). I agree that the quality in the Q3 is a step up from the Tiguan, if the smaller space isn’t an issue for you. I know it might sound pathetic, but we couldn’t entertain a car without heated seats these days as we use them so much. Are they really £1k (presumably as part of a pack)? They are standard on most cars these days and usually no more than £250 when an extra. How was the ride over uneven surfaces. I would never choose sport suspension but there’s no option to delete it with the S-Line or Black Edition, as far as I can tell.
Can anyone comment on how easy it is to get in/out of the Q3 in comparison to the Tiguan? I’ve tried a Tiguan which is pretty much the same car but I found it just a little bit too high to get in so crossed it off my list. I was wondering if the Audi was slightly lower with it being a bit more of a sporty model?
The Q3 is notably lower than the Tiguan. Two and a half inches lower in fact.
Hi mate, hope you don’t mind me asking but how did you order the black edition as it’s not showing on the scheme? Only asking as this is the model that i am interested in, would appreciate your reply, also what engine did you get? Was it Quatro? Thanks in advance
Thanks for that info Glos Guy. I might pop down to my Audi dealership when I get the chance if that’s the case and see what they feel like to get in/out
The Black edition is not on the list,mind you my dealer didn’t think they were going on until Q1 2021.?Hopefully it will and be a Quattro ..bet the AP will touching £3000 for it though.
Someone ordered one earlier for £150 more then the slime, just wondering how and what engine, really hope I can finally upgrade my q3 black edition to the new one,
Pity it’s just the small engines available
The things I’d do for the Mercedes GLB!
any know if the q3 sportsback will be added ?
anyone know if the q3 sportsback will be added ?
Hi Thomas Harvey- I ordered the’ black edition’, the dealer said its showing on his system and he showed me the laptop screen. He says Motorbility should be adding it later this week, so watch out! There has been much interest since friday for the audi q3, so PLEASE IF YOU WANT ONE,MOVE QUICK!
I think they will pull them off the list like they did with the A4.
DB truth -please just go and test drive one, that is the only way you can find out if the car suits your needs.I have done much testdriving recently and was certain i was going fror the 18d x1 auto xline, until this came up, my head was turned as always wanted an Audi.Must be a badge snob!!
What engine did you get? Was it Quatro? automatic? Going to be calling them tomorrow mate
and thank you
Thomas- i have to get an auto,so that is the one i ordered. No Quattro available yet, i would ask your local dealer that question, you never know.
The salesman said that he has had 7 orders in 3 days, so high demand on Motorbility.
As an existing 2016 Q3 owner I was really excited to see the new Q3 become available. However, I’ve spent the last couple of days checking specification, and am sad to say have now crossed it off my list.
As others have said, even the black edition lacks some equipment you would expect to be included. No heated seats, reversing camera, parking assistance, etc without adding the Comfort & Sound pack at £1195. The dealbreaker for me is the omission of Advanced Key (Keyless entry and start). It is not possible to get this feature without purchasing the Vorsprung model. I’ve had this on my last 3 vehicles, so it drives me crazy if I now use a car without it.
The infotainment and digital cockpit on the new Q3 is amazing – far superior to the previous model. My Q3 is the Quattro TDI (184) with heated seats, advanced parking, and Keyfree. I love everything about it other than the dated MMI system. So it feels to me, infotainment systems aside, it would be a downgrade to choose the new Q3.
If the missing options aren’t important to you personally then the New Q3 is undoubtedly a great car, at a good AP.
Hey davjg you couldn’t enlighten us to who you ordered with?
I ordered an S line almost immediately over the weekend but if the black edition is indeed available I’d really like to go for that. Having spoke to a couple dealers already this morning I’ve been met with confusion and a bit of a rudeness ?
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