2023 Audi SUVs: A Guide to the Luxury Brand’s Latest Crossovers
The Audi brand is known for luxury and exceeding driver expectations. With that, it is no surprise that the company’s lineup of 2023 Audi SUVs brings us seven distinct SUV models that blend style, luxury, performance, and innovation. These SUVs come with a plethora of options, like massaging seats, temperature-controlled cup holders, and third-row seating. These aren’t your average SUVs. These are Audi SUVs. Let’s look at what Audi is bringing to consumers with its 2023 model year lineup.
Audi Q3
The 2023 Audi Q3 (MSRP $38,700) compact luxury SUV is a mix of design, performance, and functionality. It comes in eight different colors, with two different engine options. You can choose between the Audi Q3 40 TFSI® Premium Plus or the Audi Q3 45 TFSI® Premium Plus. Both deliver athletic performance, but the 45 build will give you more horsepower and a more sporty ride. The Audi Q3 also offers some of the best-in-class technology and driver assistance. According to Car and Driver, the Q3 offers an additional Black Optic package that serves up sleek black styling, black roof rails, and 19″ or 20″ wheels, dependent on the version. Additionally, the Audi Q3 has been noted to offer many Audi Q8 features in a more compact package.
Audi Q3 specs at a glance:
- Seating capacity for five
- Eight color options
- Average fuel economy between 21 city mpg and 28 highway mpg
- Two engine choices with 184 or 228 horsepower
- Cargo volume of 48.0 cubic feet (with seats folded)
- 0-60 mph acceleration in 7.0 seconds
Audi Q4 e-tron
The Audi Q4 e-tron (MSRP $48,800) is the newest addition to the Audi SUV family. This luxury, compact SUV is all-electric but still brings performance and utility to the table. The e-tron is your eco-conscious Audi SUV choice. The Audi Q4 e-tron comes in two distinct body styles, the Audi Q4 e-tron and the Audi A4 Sportback e-tron, and four colors. The Q4 e-tron also offers Audi’s first Augmented Reality (AR) head-up display that provides real-time vehicle information.
Audi Q4 e-tron specs at a glance
- Seating capacity for five
- Four color options
- EPA-estimated range up to 265 miles
- Battery charge time of approximately 36 minutes
- DC Max Charging Power at 150 kW
- Horsepower up to 295
- 0-60 mph acceleration in 5.8 seconds (with Boost engaged)
Audi Q5
The Audi Q5 (MSRP of $55,800) is Audi’s most popular, best-selling small luxury SUV model. The Audi Q5 is available in a variety of drivetrains and body styles, as well as plug-in hybrid and gas versions. The Audi Q5 offers comfort, style, and a dynamic driving experience, setting a benchmark for all SUVs. The four variations of the Audi Q5 are the Audi Q5, Audi Q5 Sportback (MSRP $50,300), Audi SQ5 (MSRP $55,800), and the Audi SQ5 Sportback (MSRP $59,200).
Audi Q5 specs at a glance
- Seating capacity for 5
- Eight colors
- EPA 25 mpg
- Three engine choices
- 54.0 cubic feet of cargo space
- 362 horsepower
- 0-60 mph acceleration in 5.0 seconds
Audi Q7
The Audi Q7 (MSRP $58,200) and SQ7 (MSRP $89,200) are luxury, midsize SUVs and Audi’s premier vehicles in the SUV class. The Q7 is the largest of all the Audi SUVs, with seating for seven and substantial cargo room. This SUV offers a hands-free power liftgate, push-button folding seats, and animated LED turn signals. The Q7 continues to offer the quiet cabin, optimal handling, and luxury experience the brand is known for. The Audi Q7 has an abundance of options, including ventilated front seats with a massage function.
Audi Q7 specs at a glance
- Seating capacity for seven
- Nine color options
- EPA 21 mpg
- 69.6 cubic feet of cargo space
- 335 horsepower
- 0-60 mph acceleration in 5.6 seconds
Audi Q8
The Audi Q8 midsize luxury SUV (MSRP $71,800) is the leader of the Audi SUV lineup with design, power, and performance in a sleek SUV package. The Q8 offers the most color choices and options of any other model in the SUV lineup. Options for the Audi Q8 include the Black Optic package, luxury package with massaging seats, and towing package. The Q8 also offers the unique option of comfort adaptive air suspension, which provides the driver with a customizable ride and the option of lowering the back end of the vehicle for easier cargo unloading. This SUV comes in three variations – the standard Q8, SQ8 (MSRP $94,500), and RS Q8 (MSRP $122,800). According to Car and Driver, the RS Q8 is Audi’s first sport SUV and easily the most lavish of the bunch. The RS Q8’s closest comparison in the market is the much pricier Lamborghini Urus.
Audi Q8 specs at a glance
- Seating capacity for five
- 10 colors
- EPA 20 mpg
- 60.7 cubic feet of cargo space
- 335 horsepower
- 0-60 mph acceleration in 5.6 seconds