Audi Q3 vs BMW X1

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

2026 Audi Q3

Trim

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2026 BMW X1

Trim

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Overview

Spec	Audi Q3S line	BMW X1xDrive28i
Selected trim	S line	xDrive28i
Body style	SUV	SUV
Drivetrain	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Fuel type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	7-speed automated manual
Engine type	gas	gas
Model year	2026	2026

Pricing & market

Spec	Audi Q3S line	BMW X1xDrive28i
MSRP	$43,700	$42,800 (best)
Lowest listing price	$28,598 (best)	$48,347
Median listing price	$28,598 (best)	$49,862
Highest listing price	$28,598 (best)	$52,887
For sale now	1	6 (best)

Fuel economy & range

Spec	Audi Q3S line	BMW X1xDrive28i
Combined MPG	25 MPG	28 MPG (best)
City MPG	22 MPG	24 MPG (best)
Highway MPG	29 MPG	33 MPG (best)
Fuel tank	16.4 gal (best)	14.3 gal

Performance

Spec	Audi Q3S line	BMW X1xDrive28i
Horsepower	255 hp (best)	241 hp
Torque	273 lb-ft	295 lb-ft (best)
Engine size	2 L	2 L
Cylinders	I4	I4

Size & capability

Spec	Audi Q3S line	BMW X1xDrive28i
Seating	5 seats	5 seats
Doors	4	4
Cargo volume	50 cu ft	57.2 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity	1,500 lbs (best)	—
Payload	970 lbs	994 lbs (best)
Curb weight	3,935 lbs	3,750 lbs (best)
Ground clearance	—	8.1 in (best)
Wheelbase	105.6 in	106 in (best)
Length	178.4 in (best)	177.2 in
Width	73.2 in (best)	72.6 in
Height	64.1 in	64.6 in (best)

Safety & recalls

Spec	Audi Q3S line	BMW X1xDrive28i
NHTSA overall	Not Rated	4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)	Not Rated	4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)	Not Rated	5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)	Not Rated	5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)	Not Rated	5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole	Not Rated	5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover	Not Rated	4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)	1 (best)	2

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.