Audi Q3 Quattro vs GMC Acadia
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 GMC Acadia
Overview
| Spec | Audi Q3 QuattroPremium quattro | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium quattro | Elevation |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2018 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi Q3 QuattroPremium quattro | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $35,000 (best) | $43,700 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi Q3 QuattroPremium quattro | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16.9 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Audi Q3 QuattroPremium quattro | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 200 hp | 328 hp (best) |
| Torque | 207 lb-ft | 326 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi Q3 QuattroPremium quattro | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 8 seats (best) |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 48.2 cu ft | 97.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 5,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,682 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | — | 6.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 102.5 in | 120.9 in (best) |
| Length | 172.8 in | 204 in (best) |
| Width | 72.1 in | 79.6 in (best) |
| Height | 62.6 in | 71 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi Q3 QuattroPremium quattro | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi Q3 Quattro | GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium quattro $35,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Elevation $43,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus quattro $37,900 MSRP | Elevation $45,700 MSRP |
| 3 | — | AT4 $52,300 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Denali $55,700 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Denali $57,700 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Denali Ultimate $62,900 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Denali Ultimate $64,900 MSRP |