Audi Q3 vs Tesla Model Y
Audi Q3
$43,700
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Audi Q3 vs Tesla Model Y. Audi Q3 offers the strongest value on price. Tesla Model Y leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Tesla Model Y
Best Value
Audi Q3
Fuel Economy
Tesla Model Y
Performance
Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y
4.7/10Visual Comparison
Category Radar
Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
Audi Q3
$43,700
Rating: 4.6/10
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
Rating: 4.7/10
| Specification |
Audi Q3 |
Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Audi | Tesla |
| Model | Q3 | Model Y |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | Ev |
| Body Style | SUV | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $43,700 | $47,990 – $48,990 |
| MSRP | $43,700 | $48,990 |
| Dealer Price | $42,300 | $47,990 |
| Engine | 2.0L TFSI Turbocharged Inline 4-Cylinder | Dual Motor AWD |
| Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5,250-6,500 rpm | 384 hp (est.) |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft @ 1,650-4,500 rpm | Instant electric torque |
| 0–60 mph | 5.5 sec (0-60 mph) | 4.6 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 130 mph (electronically limited) | 135 mph |
| Fuel Type | Regular / Premium Unleaded Gasoline | Electric |
| Mileage / MPG | 25 MPGe combined (22 City / 29 Hwy) | 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.) |
| Range (EV) | 410 miles total highway tank range | 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.) |
| Emissions | 320 g/mi CO2 | 0 g/mi |
| Battery | 12V starter battery | Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.) |
| Charging | N/A | 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3) |
| Expert Rating | 4.6/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 920 | 2240 |
| Performance Score | 8.9 | 9.0 |
| Comfort Score | 8.8 | 8.7 |
| Safety Score | Audi Pre Sense Safety Suite | 9.1 |
| Fuel Economy Score | 8.6 | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | 9.6 | 9.5 |
| Value Score | 8.9 | 9.0 |
| Pros | Standard 255 hp 2.0L TFSI Turbo engine provides best-in-class acceleration (0-60 mph in 5.5s); Standard quattro All-Whee... | Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci... |
| Cons | Max towing capability remains light-duty at 1,500 lbs; Rear cargo space behind second row is slightly smaller than the B... | Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b... |
