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Audi Q3 vs Ford Bronco Sport

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

Vehicles

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2026 Ford Bronco Sport

Overview

SpecAudi Q3S lineFord Bronco SportBig Bend
Selected trimS lineBig Bend
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission7-speed automated manual8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecAudi Q3S lineFord Bronco SportBig Bend
MSRP$43,700$31,845 (best)
Lowest listing price$28,598 (best)
Median listing price$28,598 (best)
Highest listing price$28,598 (best)
For sale now1 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi Q3S lineFord Bronco SportBig Bend
Combined MPG25 MPG27 MPG (best)
City MPG22 MPG25 MPG (best)
Highway MPG29 MPG30 MPG (best)
Fuel tank16.4 gal (best)16 gal

Performance

SpecAudi Q3S lineFord Bronco SportBig Bend
Horsepower255 hp (best)181 hp
Torque273 lb-ft (best)190 lb-ft
Engine size2 L (best)1.5 L
CylindersI4I3

Size & capability

SpecAudi Q3S lineFord Bronco SportBig Bend
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume50 cu ft65.2 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,500 lbs2,000 lbs (best)
Payload970 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,935 lbs (best)
Ground clearance7.8 in (best)
Wheelbase105.6 in (best)105.1 in
Length178.4 in (best)172.7 in
Width73.2 in74.3 in (best)
Height64.1 in70.2 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi Q3S lineFord Bronco SportBig Bend
NHTSA overallNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side poleNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
RolloverNot Rated4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

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.

TrimAudi Q3Ford Bronco Sport
1

S line

$43,700 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Big Bend

$31,845 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Heritage

$34,145 MSRP

3

Outer Banks

$36,945 MSRP

4

Badlands

$40,265 MSRP

Live inventory

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