Both the 2022 Audi Q3 and the Volvo XC40 are two of the best premier sport utility vehicles that you can buy. That’s thanks to their combination of style, comfort, and high-end features. So if you’re in the market for a new small luxury SUV, how can you choose between them? Let’s take a look at the 2022 Audi Q3 vs. the 2022 Volvo XC40 to see which is the better buy.

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The 2022 Audi Q3 vs. the 2022 Volvo XC40: which is cheaper?

If you’re torn between the 2022 Audi Q3 vs. the 2022 Volvo XC40 and you want to go with the cheaper SUV, you’ll want to choose the XC40. It’s just slightly cheaper than the Q3, at a starting price of $35,195 for the base model T4 Momentum. The T4 Momentum comes standard with a turbocharged 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine that makes 187 hp and 221 lb-ft of torque.

On the other hand, the 2022 Audi Q3 price starts at $37,595 for the base model Premium trim level. This comes with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder that makes 184 hp and 221 lb-ft. of tourque. It’s not a huge price difference, but if you’re dealing with a tight budget, it may be a difference worth paying attention to.

The Audi Q3 is loaded with features

The 2022 Audi Q3 base model comes with 18-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, and a panoramic sunroof, according to Edmunds. . It also has a power liftgate, digital gauge cluster, and heated front seats in addition, the Q3 has an 8.8-inch touchscreen that’s compatible with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The 2022 Audi Q3 also comes with essential safety equipment like frontal collision mitigation, blind-spot monitor, and lane departure warning. The Q3 also has parking sensors. However, the 2022 Audi Q3 doesn’t win any safety awards from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

The Volvo XC40 also comes packed with important stuff

Like the Q3, the 2022 Volvo XC40 comes with a whole bunch of important things. It has 18-inch wheels, LED headlights, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and a digital instrument panel. It has a push-button ignition, an eight-speaker sound system, and is compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The 2022 Volvo XC40 Momentum comes with important driver features such as blind-spot monitor, driver attention warning, lane keep assist, lane departure warning, adaptive headlights, and forward collision warning. In addition, it’s an IIHS Top Safety Pick+.

If you’re torn between the 2022 Audi Q3 vs. the 2022 Volvo XC40, it isn’t an easy decision. Both the Volvo and Audi SUV offer a lot in terms of safety and nice features. They’re also both comfortable and stylish, with high-end luxury touches. Yet the Volvo XC40 is a Top Safety Pick+ winner, as well as slightly cheaper than the Q3. These two things make the XC40 a better choice than the Q3.

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