The Audi Q3 has dominated the premium compact SUV segment ever since its Indian debut in 2012, and for good reason. Well-proportioned, spacious, decently equipped and economical to own for its class, the Q3 fits the bill for those who want a genuine German car without having to rob a bank, or be a politician. Not the ones to rest on their laurels, the blokes at Audi India have introduced a more stylish and more capable version of the compact SUV. The new Q3 Dynamic lays claim to being the best premium compact SUV in India. Is it, really?

The changes in the Dynamic variant aren’t subtle, so the extra money you spend will show. Pics/Amit Chhangani

Design and styling
The top-of-the-line Dynamic variant features distinct design cues to differentiate itself from the lower variants. The changes aren’t subtle, so the extra money you spend will show. The 14 vertical bars on the bold singleframe Audi grille now get a liberal dose of chrome. Also new is the aluminium under-cladding below the front bumper which adds some contrast and character to the fascia. It also underlines the Q3’s off-roading prowess, bestowed upon it by the legendary Quattro all-wheel drive system. The bumper by itself is different and now features new faux side air intakes and chrome-lined elliptical fog lamp housings.