2015 Audi Q3 facelift India review, test drive

Should I buy one?

As we found out when we compared the outgoing Q3 to its competition, it was still the best car in its class, but it was lacking in certain areas. The Merc GLA, for instance, scored higher on feel-good factor and road presence, the BMW X1 (which will be replaced by a brand new model next year) was more fun to drive, and the Q3 missed out on some equipment. This updated Q3 may drive the same as it did before, paddle shifters aside, but it’s clear the other two shortcomings have been addressed this time around. The added equipment does bring it up to speed with the rest, and the bold new face is definitely more eye-catching than before. All these updates have come at a premium, of course, especially considering the new, range-topping Technology Pack, but that was only to be expected. As a product, however, its position as the best in the class has only gotten stronger. And with the model range likely to expand with the return of a 2.0 TFSI petrol variant and possibly, maybe even – whisper it – the bonkers 335bhp RS Q3, there will be plenty of choice within the range as well.

GAVIN D’SOUZA