2024 Audi Q3 vs. 2024 Lincoln Nautilus Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi Q3

2024 Audi
Q3

MSRP*: $37,400 to $39,800
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2024 Lincoln
Nautilus

MSRP*: $50,415 to $74,350
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MPG - City 20 - 22 MPG 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 29 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 48.0 ft3 68.8 - 71.3 ft3
Engine
  • 184-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 184 - 228 hp 250 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,750 lbs
Exterior Length 176.6 in 193.2 in
Exterior Width 72.8 in 79.8 in
Leg Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Front 43.5 in
Rear 43.1 in
Head Room Front 39.6 in
Rear 37.6 in
Front 39.1 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.8 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 Lincoln Nautilus than in the Audi Q3, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Lincoln Nautilus 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
With the Lincoln Nautilus, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Audi Q3, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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). Clearly, the Audi Q3 is a better financial choice over the Lincoln Nautilus, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Audi Q3 is much slimmer than the Lincoln Nautilus, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Audi Q3, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Lincoln Nautilus.

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

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi Q3 has a lot less horsepower than the Lincoln Nautilus.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Audi Q3 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Lincoln Nautilus.

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