Used Audi Q3 for Sale nearColumbia, SC

How much does the Audi Q3 cost in today's market?

Used Audi Q3 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Audi Q3's current nationwide average price is $24,291, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $21,095 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Audi Q3 a good car?

Yes — the Audi Q3 is a strong pick if you want a compact luxury SUV with a comfortable ride, a refined interior, and useful tech. The all-generations owner rating is 4.7/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Q3 for its comfortable ride, luxurious cabin, and high-tech features. The all-wheel-drive setup also comes up often as a strength, and the model’s smooth driving feel helps reinforce its premium character.

Expert reviews rate the 2021 and 2019 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are familiar ones: some recent expert reviews point to a fairly pedestrian driving feel, an irritating transmission, and fuel economy that trails some rivals.

39.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Audi Q3 models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently describe the Audi Q3 as comfortable, refined, and well equipped, with a premium-feeling cabin and a smooth driving experience. Across the model years, owner ratings stay strong, and the Q3’s overall character points to a used SUV that should feel reassuring in everyday driving.

• Owners rate the Audi Q3 between 4 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, the long-term ownership picture looks most reassuring in the newer and better-rated model years, while older examples deserve a closer look at condition and history.

What should I look for when buying a used Audi Q3?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 82.5% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2020 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning, traffic-sign recognition, a driver-attention monitor, forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitors, and rear cross-traffic alert
• Infotainment: an 11.9-inch digital instrument cluster and a 12.8-inch touchscreen with standalone wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 25 mpg combined (22 mpg city, 29 mpg highway)

Which Audi Q3 trim should I buy?

The 2026 Audi Q3 offers these trims:

• Audi Q3: Standard all-wheel drive, a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 255 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque, a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox, leather upholstery, wood dashboard trim, 18-inch wheels, and a panoramic sunroof make this the best-value choice for shoppers who want the full new-generation setup.
• Technology Package: Adds OLED taillights, a head-up display, and a more sophisticated driver-assistance package with a 360-degree camera system, Adaptive Cruise Assist, and Park Assist Plus.
• Infotainment Package: Adds SiriusXM satellite radio and a 12-speaker, 420-watt Sonos audio system.

What Audi Q3 do most buyers choose?

The Audi Q3 years with the most listings are 2024, 2025, and 2023.

These higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they combine broader inventory with strong deal availability. That usually gives you more choices on price, mileage, and condition.

What is the Audi Q3's resale value?

Most model years are down year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used and want to benefit from softer pricing. The steepest drops are concentrated in the newer model years, while a few older years are falling more gradually. Overall, the table points to a market that favors buyers rather than sellers.

The 2023, 2019, and 2016 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Audi Q3 safe?

• 2026: 6/10
• 2021: 9/10
• 2019: 9/10
• 2016: 8/10

The 2026 Q3 includes standard driver-assistance features such as adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning, traffic-sign recognition, a driver-attention monitor, forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitors, and rear cross-traffic alert.

For the safest used buy, the 2019 and 2021 models both post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Audi Q3 now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −22.41% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −9.49%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 39.7% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 41.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $28,688. The Audi Q3 offers a refined cabin and a comfortable, quiet character that make it easy to live with.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest Q3 uses a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 255 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque, and Audi says it will do zero to 60 mph in 5.5 seconds.
• Tech: The latest Q3 pairs an 11.9-inch digital instrument cluster with a 12.8-inch touchscreen, plus standalone wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Safety: The latest Q3 adds an optional Driver Assistance Package with a 360-degree camera system, Adaptive Cruise Assist, and Park Assist Plus.
• Starting price: Pricing starts at $44,995 with the mandatory destination charge.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2023 Audi Q3 compare to the 2023 BMW X1?

The Audi Q3 gives you a lower used price and more listings, which can make shopping easier and more flexible. The BMW X1 brings more power and stronger fuel economy, so your choice comes down to whether you value value and availability or performance and efficiency more.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.