Nowadays , multi-purpose vehicles located on high ground are steadily gaining popularity. It almost even became a successful formula for making cars sell well in this era because it can cater to mass use and there is modest interior space. Suitable for general urban driving. Good condition and crumbling roads mixed together as well as encountering unpredictable trails on the weekends is why many auto manufacturers are starting to focus and spend more money on developing crossover SUVs. Many campgrounds have this type of vehicle in all sizes. Some campers are even splitting the line into a semi-coupe body to appease customers who like the downhill style, say, the Audi Q3 Sportback, which you see here.

The Audi Q3 Sportback debuted in Thailand on November 6, 2019, starting with the prototype code 35 TFSI S-Line before bringing the code 40 TFSI quattro S-Line Black Edition later to enhance the army. There are currently sub-models to choose from:

• Q3 Sportback 35 TFSI S-Line: 2,649,000 baht (imported CBU)
• Q3 Sportback 40 TFSI quattro S-Line Black Edition: 2,990,000 baht (imported CBU)

Due to a limited test vehicle loan period as a result, lately we haven’t had the opportunity to test different Audi models very often, but on May 17, we got to drive the Q3 Sportback 35 TFSI S-Line for a day trip on the road. Back in Bangkok – Chonburi, take this opportunity to make a short and concise test drive test clip for you to watch. Before borrowing the car again to see the acceleration figures and the consumption rate as well as to experience the full performance of the car, both 35 TFSI and 40 TFSI quattro models, as in the J! MMY.

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Engine, transmission
and drivetrain

4-cylinder, DOHC, 16-valve, 1.4-liter, 1,395 cc petrol engine, bore x stroke: 74.5 x 85.9 mm, compression 10.5:1, fuel injection. Direct injection with turbocharged air compressor system, max power of 150hp @ 5000-6000rpm, max torque 250Nm @ 1500 – 3500rpm, mated to 6-speed S tronic automatic transmission, front wheel drive

Steering wheel steering system

Steering is Rack & Pinion with electric power assistance. Automatically change the weight according to the speed. (Speed-dependent Sssistance) The steering gear ratio is 14.8:1, and the narrowest turning radius is 5.9m.

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The front is an independent MacPherson Strut and the rear is an independent multi-link.

Alfaram system

The braking system is ventilated fin disc brakes on all four wheels, which enhances working with the system. ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), TCS (Traction Control System) and ESC (Electronic Control System with Stabilization Function)

The Q3 Sportback 35 TFSI is a mid-range electric vehicle. It’s normal. Compared to her graceful appearance. We tried to set the time during the day when the outside temperature was above normal. 1.4-liter turbo petrol engine, 150 horsepower, 250 Nm, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission, accelerating from 0-100 km / h at 10.88 – 10.95 seconds, while acceleration can be done from 80 to 120 km / h in 7.40 – 7.45 seconds Compared to competitors with the same horsepower and torque figures on the spec sheet, the GLA 200 is a little more energetic. Both enable faster accelerator tuning and including a closer stroke gear ratio for a more continuous gear ratio.

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The leadership group as a whole to focus on customers in the middle line. Whether the steering wheel has a sensitivity of about one Driving in the low speed range is good. But when more speed is used the weight of the hand will vary more accordingly. It’s not as heavy as the GLA 200, but not as light as the XC40 T5 and T5 Recharged. But it doesn’t hold up as hard and fast as the GLA200. Driving at high speeds is a little more confident than the GLA 200. It absorbs vibrations at low speeds just as well. But it’s still not as good as the Lexus UX 250h.

On the hardware side, the choice is only modest. There is also a lack of safety devices such as forward collision warning and automatic braking. or a blind spot warning system on the side including convenient equipment such as cruise control, automatic cruise control and seat memory system, compared to the price of the items received, it may not be worth the price as competitors.

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So where is the attraction

The highlight of this model is in the cabin.  Whether it is a wide area than all competitors. Wide front and rear doors make it easy to get in and out of the vehicle. The front seats support the body well, both the seat and the backrest. The seat size is very large. Sitting comfortably, similar to the Japanese D-Segment seat, the seat back has a proper backrest angle. The length of the pillow is good. The leg room can also be adjusted to move backwards in case you want to carry luggage in the back. But you may have to accept a small uppercut. Along the sloping roofline, there is also good soundproofing inside the cabin. Both the sound of the wind blowing through the car and the sound of the road

In short, the Q3 Sportback 35 TFSI is a car for people who like crossover SUVs with a sloping style, who value comfort when driving or have family members in the passenger seat. At the same time, he must be a person who is focused on leadership. Don’t focus on time otherwise you may have to add about 341,000 baht more money. Go for the 40 TFSI quattro S-Line Black Edition model, which has a more aggressive exterior design. With a 2.0 turbo engine, 180 hp, 320 Nm, it is paired with a 7-speed automatic transmission, four-wheel drive, which is expected to be more powerful.