The 2018 Audi Q3 is a five-seat compact luxury SUV that competes with the BMW X1, Mercedes-Benz GLA and Infiniti QX30.

The Q3’s second generation began with the 2018 model year. The updates include increasing the dimensions of the vehicle, adding narrower headlights and equipping the new generation with Audi’s virtual cockpit in place of the previous analog gauges.

Here’s a quick outline of the 2018 Audi Q3’s specifications.

• The 2018 Q3 is built on the Volkswagen Group’s MQB platform, also used in the Q2 and A3.

Pricing

• The 2018 Audi Q3 starts at $32,900 plus a $975 destination charge.
• Top-of-the-line Premium Plus models start at $35,800 plus a $975 destination charge and can top $46,000 with options and before accessories.
• The 2017 Q3 started at $31,800 plus a $950 destination charge.

Trims

• The 2018 Q3 is available in two trims: Premium and Premium Plus.
• S line exterior design elements, including an S line front bumper, doors sills and badging, are standard on the Premium trim.
• The range-topping Premium Plus Sport Quattro model comes equipped with 19-inch, 10-spoke titanium wheels with all-season tires, LED headlights, a Black optic exterior kit, black roof rails and a Bose surround sound system.
• All models come with a four-year/50,000-mile vehicle limited warranty and 12-year limited anti-perforation warranty.
• 18-inch turbine design wheels are standard on the Premium trim, with 19-inch, 10-spoke design titanium wheels and 18-inch, 5-arm-turbine design wheels available as options.

Dimensions

• The 2018 Audi Q3 has a 102.5-inch wheelbase, 172.8-inch overall length and a 79.5-inch width.

Powertrain

• The only engine available in the 2018 Q3 in the U.S. is a 2.0-liter, turbocharged four-cylinder, which produces up to 200 horsepower and 207 pound-feet of torque.
• No hybrid, plug-in hybrid or full-electric powertrains are available.
• Quattro all-wheel drive is available on all trims.
• The Q3 uses a six-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission.

Towing

• The maximum towing capacity for a 2018 Audi Q3 is 2,200 pounds.

Mileage

• EPA fuel economy estimates for the 2018 Q3 with the 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine are the same whether it has front-wheel drive or Quattro AWD: 20 mpg in city driving, 28 mpg in highway driving and 23 mpg combined.

Safety

• All 2018 Q3 models are equipped with standard airbags, including head-curtain airbags and front thorax side airbags. Standard safety equipment also includes lane-departure warning and Audi’s Pre Sense front safety system, which alerts the driver to potential “critical situations” and can initiate emergency braking.
• LED headlights are standard on the Premium Plus trim, with Xenon plus headlights with LED daytime running lights standard on the Premium trim.
• Parking system plus with rear view camera is standard, and blind spot side assist technology is available. Virtual bird’s eye view is also available as an option.

Infotainment

• The standard infotainment system includes a 10-speaker radio with CD/MP3/SiriusXM/Bluetooth capability. The available MMI Navigation plus package adds Google Earth and 3D satellite imagery, a Wi-Fi hotspot and Audi connect online services.
• A Bose 14-speaker sound system with 465 watts is available.

Comfort & Convenience

• The 2018 Q3 comes standard with the Audi music interface with Lightning adapter cable and USB charging port.
• A power-operated rear liftgate is standard in the Premium Plus trim and available as an option on the base trim.
• Leather seating surfaces, heated and eight-way powered front seats and a panoramic sunroof are standard across the line.
• A Convenience package is available on the Premium trim and includes Audi advanced key, power tailgate and an auto-dimming rearview.