Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro vs Subaru Ascent Touring

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro 6.3 s Runner-up: 7.3 s
Power winner Subaru Ascent Touring 275 hp Runner-up: 230 hp
Cargo winner Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro 530 L Runner-up: 467 L
Price winner Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro $42,900 Runner-up: $45,795

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro against the 2025 Subaru Ascent Touring. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.3 seconds, compared with 7.3 seconds for 2025 Subaru Ascent Touring. 2025 Subaru Ascent Touring has the higher listed output at 275 hp; 2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro is rated at 230 hp, a difference of 45 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Subaru Ascent Touring at 375 Nm and 2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro at 350 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro has the lower recorded consumption at 8.0 L/100km; 2025 Subaru Ascent Touring is listed at 10.2 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 530 litres versus 467 litres, a difference of 63 litres. 2025 Subaru Ascent Touring carries the higher towing rating at 2,268 kg, while 2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro is listed at 2,000 kg. 2025 Subaru Ascent Touring is 514 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro has the lower listed starting price at $42,900, compared with $45,795 for 2025 Subaru Ascent Touring. 2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro2025 Subaru Ascent Touring2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.3 s7.3 s
Top Speed235 km/h195 km/h
Power230 hp275 hp
Torque350 Nm375 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank60 L73 L
Efficiency8 L/100km10.2 L/100km
CO2 Emissions182 g/km233 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,484 mm4,998 mm
Ground Clearance176 mm213 mm
Cargo530 L467 L
Curb Weight1,645 kg2,079 kg
Towing2,000 kg2,268 kg
Seats58
Turning Circle11.2 m12.0 m
Starting MSRP$42,900$45,795

Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro vs Subaru Ascent Touring questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro or the 2025 Subaru Ascent Touring?

2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.3 seconds, versus 7.3 seconds for 2025 Subaru Ascent Touring.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro or the 2025 Subaru Ascent Touring?

2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro has the higher listed top speed at 235 km/h (146 mph), compared with 195 km/h (121 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro or the 2025 Subaru Ascent Touring?

2025 Subaru Ascent Touring has more power at 275 hp, a 45 hp advantage over 2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro or the 2025 Subaru Ascent Touring?

2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro has more listed cargo space at 530 litres (18.7 cu ft), versus 467 litres (16.5 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro or the 2025 Subaru Ascent Touring?

2025 Subaru Ascent Touring has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,268 kg (5,000 lb), compared with 2,000 kg (4,409 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro or the 2025 Subaru Ascent Touring?

2025 Subaru Ascent Touring is heavier at 2,079 kg (4,583 lb), while 2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro is listed at 1,645 kg (3,627 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro or the 2025 Subaru Ascent Touring?

2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $42,900 USD, compared with $45,795 USD for 2025 Subaru Ascent Touring. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro or the 2025 Subaru Ascent Touring?

2025 Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.