Audi Q3 vs Subaru Solterra
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Subaru Solterra
Overview
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | Subaru SolterraPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | S line | Premium |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | electric |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | gas | electric |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | Subaru SolterraPremium |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $43,700 | $38,495 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $28,598 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $28,598 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $28,598 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 1 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | Subaru SolterraPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | — | 120 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 288 mi (best) |
| Battery capacity | — | 74 kWh (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 8 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 16.4 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | Subaru SolterraPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp (best) | 233 hp |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft (best) | — |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | I4 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | Subaru SolterraPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 50 cu ft (best) | 23.8 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lbs (best) | — |
| Payload | 970 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,935 lbs (best) | 4,395 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 105.6 in | 112.2 in (best) |
| Length | 178.4 in | 184.6 in (best) |
| Width | 73.2 in | 73.2 in |
| Height | 64.1 in | 65 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi Q3S line | Subaru SolterraPremium |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side pole | Not Rated | — |
| Rollover | Not Rated | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None 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.
| Trim | Audi Q3 | Subaru Solterra |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | S line $43,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Premium $38,495 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Limited $41,395 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Limited XT $42,895 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Touring XT $45,855 MSRP |
