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Audi is just now launching its Q3 small crossover, although it wonΆt be hitting the U.S. market for a while, if ever. ThatΆs too bad, as it now emerges that the engine lineup will be topped by one of the most interesting powerplants available anywhere: the same 2.5-liter, single-turbo inline-five that powers AudiΆs TT RS and RS3 with stout authority. In the Q3, the jazzy five will produce around 300 hp, down 35 to 40 hp from its other applications. Audi promises the mill will set its small utelet apart from the competition with its sound, a claim we donΆt doubt.
For now, the moniker for five-pistoned Q3s is 2.5 TFSI; these models will be distinguished from their lesser siblings only by larger wheels and special paint. But the 2.5 TFSI wonΆt go on sale for a year or so, which gives Audi ample time to reconsider that strategy: We think this particular Q3 is deserving of a proper “S” badge and some exclusive body treatments. WeΆll be driving AudiΆs latest crossover very soon, with a full report to follow—stay tuned.
