2025 Audi Q3 vs. 2026 GMC Terrain Review

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2025 Audi
Q3

MSRP*: $37,400 to $39,800
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2026 GMC
Terrain

MSRP*: $30,100 to $41,800
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MPG - City 20 - 22 MPG 24 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 29 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 48.0 ft3 63.5 ft3
Engine
  • 184-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 175-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 184 - 228 hp 175 hp
Exterior Length 176.6 in 181.0 in
Exterior Width 72.8 in 74.5 in
Leg Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Front 44.0 in
Rear 39.7 in
Head Room Front 39.6 in
Rear 37.6 in
Front 40.6 in
Rear 39.2 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the GMC Terrain than in the Audi Q3, due to its greater head- and legroom. The GMC Terrain will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Audi Q3.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Audi Q3 as you will with the GMC Terrain, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Audi Q3 is somewhat more expensive than the GMC Terrain.

Dimensions
Since the Audi Q3 is much slimmer than the GMC Terrain, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The Audi Q3 is slightly shorter than the GMC Terrain, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Audi Q3 has a larger turning radius than the GMC Terrain, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Audi Q3 has a little more horsepower than the GMC Terrain.

Powertrain
The Audi Q3 has much lower torque than the GMC Terrain, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Audi Q3 and the GMC Terrain. The Audi Q3 has significantly less cargo capacity than the GMC Terrain.