• New Audi Q3 with powerful and efficient 1.4 TFSI engine
• Entry point into the Audi Q3 range is exceptional value, at $42,300
• Sporty S tronic transmission as standard

The new 1.4 TFSI engine in the Audi Q3 is powerful, producing 110kW from 5000-6000rpm and the full 250Nm of torque available from 1750-3000rpm. In combination with a sporty six-speed S tronic transmission that drives through the front wheels, this delivers strong acceleration, reaching 100km/h from rest in 8.9 seconds.

Importantly, fuel efficiency leads the way in the compact premium SUV class (petrol models), sipping just 6.2 litres per 100km, with emissions of 145 g/km.

"This new entry model makes the highly successful Audi Q3 model even more attainable for discerning customers," said Audi Australia's Managing Director, Andrew Doyle.

"The Audi Q3's unique combination of sporty performance, sophisticated design and everyday versatility explains why this model has led its segment since it launched in early 2012.

"The high-value package structure allows customers to option the additional features that best suit their needs, and this concept is extended to the new model. Customisation is important part of the Audi brand experience," said Mr Doyle.

The new Q3 1.4 TFSI model features the same level of specification as the 103kW 2.0 TDI quattro model, which includes:

• 17" alloy wheels in 10-spoke design
• Audi parking system; rear
• Leather appointed seat upholstery
• Dual-zone climate control air-conditioning system with digital display and rear air vents
• Front fog lights
• Automatic headlight and rain sensor
• Cruise control
• Roof rails and windows surrounds in matt black
• Bluetooth interface with audio streaming
• Audi music interface
• Storage and luggage compartment package
• Driver information system
• Multi-function steering wheel in fine Nappa leather

In addition, the same high-value options packages are available to customers, to ensure that customisation is straight-forward and attainable:

Style package - $2,000

• Xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights
• 18" aluminium wheels, choice of 5-arm design or 5-twin spoke design

Technik package - $3,790

• MMI navigation plus
• Audi parking system plus with rear-view camera, park assist and area view
• Colour driver information display

Comfort package - $3,990

• Fine Nappa leather upholstery
• Electric seats with lumbar support for driver and front passenger
• Seat heating for front seats
• Convenience key
• Auto dimming interior mirror

Assistance package - $1,250

• Audi side assist
• Active lane assist
• High beam assistance

S line sports packages

• Xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights
• S line exterior package
• S line sports package
• Sport seats in perforated Alcantara/leather with S line embossing
• Sports steering wheel – multifunction in perforated leather with paddle shift
• Brushed aluminium inlays

With 18" alloy wheels 5-double spoke design - $6,000
With 19" alloy wheels 5-segment spoke design - $7,000

The new Audi Q3 1.4 TFSI S tronic is on-sale now.

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The Audi Group delivered around 1,575,500 cars of the Audi brand to customers in 2013. From January through the end of September 2013 the Company posted revenue of €37 billion and an operating profit of    €3.74 billion. The Audi Group is globally present in more than 100 markets and produces vehicles in Ingolstadt and Neckarsulm (Germany), Gyor (Hungary), Brussels (Belgium), Bratislava (Slovakia), Martorell (Spain), Kaluga (Russia), Aurangabad (India), Changchun (China) and Jakarta (Indonesia). The brand with four rings produces cars also in Foshan (China) since December 2013, in 2015 in São José dos Pinhais (Brazil) and 2016 in San José Chiapa (Mexico). AUDI AG's wholly owned subsidiaries include quattro GmbH (Neckarsulm), Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. (Sant'Agata Bolognese, Italy) and the sports motorcycle manufacturer Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. (Bologna, Italy). The Group currently employs almost 73,000 people worldwide, including around 50,000 in Germany. Total investment of around €22 billion is planned from 2014 to 2018 – mainly in new products and sustainable technologies. Audi lives up to its corporate responsibility and has strategically established the principle of sustainability for its products and processes. The long-term goal is CO2-neutral mobility.