Audi Q3 vs GMC Acadia
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 GMC Acadia
Overview
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | S line | Elevation |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $44,400 | $43,600 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | — | $18,799 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $49,505 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $68,530 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 11 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16.4 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 328 hp (best) |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft | 326 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 8 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 50 cu ft | 97.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lbs | 5,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 970 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,935 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | — | 6.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 105.6 in | 120.9 in (best) |
| Length | 178.4 in | 204 in (best) |
| Width | 73.2 in | 79.6 in (best) |
| Height | 64.1 in | 71 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | S line $44,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Elevation $43,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Elevation $45,600 MSRP |
| 3 | — | AT4 $52,400 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Denali $58,900 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Denali $60,900 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Denali Ultimate $63,400 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Denali Ultimate $65,400 MSRP |
Live inventory
GMC Acadia11 for sale
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Audi Q3 vs GMC Acadia FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Audi Q3 or 2027 GMC Acadia?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Audi Q3 vs 2027 GMC Acadia on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 Audi Q3 or 2027 GMC Acadia?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 GMC Acadia starts lower at $43,600. Live GMC Acadia listings start at $18,799.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Audi Q3 or 2027 GMC Acadia?
- The 2027 GMC Acadia leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (43,600).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Audi Q3 or 2027 GMC Acadia?
- The 2027 Audi Q3 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Audi Q3 or 2027 GMC Acadia?
- The 2027 GMC Acadia leads on horsepower in this comparison (328).
- Which has better seats: 2027 Audi Q3 or 2027 GMC Acadia?
- The 2027 GMC Acadia leads on seats in this comparison (8).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Audi Q3 or 2027 GMC Acadia?
- The 2027 GMC Acadia leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).