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2017 Audi Q3 Towing Capacity

How much can a 2017 Audi Q3 pull? Compare 2 trim levels.

What will it tow?

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2017 Audi Q3 Trims
Towing capacity by engine

Choose a towing vehicle wisely. Make sure the engine has enough power, the gearbox is capable of withstanding heavy loads, and the axle ratio is optimal for hauling.

  • 2.0L I-4, 200 hp, 207 lb/ft - 4,400 lbs

2.0T Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sport Utility

Maximum Towing Capacity - 4400 lb
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It is the same for all trims.

The maximum weight that Audi Q3 is allowed to tow. The maximum trailer weights listed are only applicable for altitudes up to 3280 ft (1,000 m) above sea level. With increasing altitude the engine power and therefore the car's climbing ability are impaired because of the reduced air density, so the maximum trailer weight has to be reduced accordingly. The weight of the car and trailer must be reduced by 10% for every further 3280 ft (1,000 m) (or part thereof).

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) - 4707 lb

This is the maximum amount of weight Audi Q3 is rated to carry (engine, chassis, fluids, passengers, cargo, load - everything). It is often determined by the manufacturer and is indicated in the owner's manual or on the inside of the drive's door panel.

Curb Weight - 3494 lb

This is how much Audi Q3 weighs sitting on the curb with no driver, passengers, no cargo and no load with all standard options.

Payload Capacity - 1213 lb

Payload is considered all the extra stuff you put inside your vehicle, whether it be passengers or a pile of rocks, that weight is all considered payload. You can increase it by:

  1. Upgrading the Rear Springs.
  2. Adding Coil-Over Shock Absorbers.
  3. Installing a Longer Truck Bed.
  4. Attaching a Trailer.
  5. Adding Bed Racks.

Horsepower - 200 hp
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It is the same for all trims.

The higher the power of your engine, the more weight your car can pull.

Torque - 207 Lb-Ft
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It is the same for all trims.

High torque is essential for towing because it allows you to pull the trailer at a lower RPM, reducing the strain on the engine.

Axle Ratio - no data

The higher the axle ratio, the more power your vehicle produces, and as a result, the more weight this car can tow.

Drive Type - front-wheel

All-wheel or rear-wheel drive vehicles are best suited for towing, while front-wheel drive vehicles can haul much less weight.

Transmission - 6-spd auto w/OD
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It is the same for all trims.

Do not overload your vehicle while towing, as this can cause the transmission to overheat and fail. If your transmission has "Towing mode" - be sure to turn it on.

Turbocharger - intercooled turbo
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It is the same for all trims.

Turbocharged engines produce more power, so if you need a vehicle for towing, choose the one equipped with a turbo.

Wheelbase - 102.5
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It is the same for all trims.

The longer your vehicle's wheelbase, the less likely the trailer you tow will push down on the rear axle and lift the front end.

Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) - no data

It is the maximum allowable weight that can be placed on a front axle of your Audi Q3.

Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) - no data

It is the maximum allowable weight that can be placed on a rear axle of your Audi Q3.

2.0T Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro Sport Utility




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Car Trailers

If you need to transport your car over a long distance - use a car trailer - this method is much safer and more reliable than towing with a rope.

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Boat Trailers

If you need to transport a boat, make sure you choose the right size trailer.


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What is a 2017 Audi Q3 maximum towing capacity?

When going for exciting excursions outside, you have to bear in mind the 2017 Audi Q3 towing capacity, which is the main characteristic for such adventure. The towing capacity is actually a the vehicle's optimum amount of weight that it may safely pull. This information can frequently be discovered on a sticker label positioned on the inside of the driver's front door close to the door latch. The gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is definitely the highest operating weight (including freight and passengers) and ought not to be exceeded. Usually, the load of any trailer being towed is required to be 10-15 % of the GVWR.

In this section, we offer the data on the towing capacity of the 2017 Audi Q3 with all trims and generations. Please be aware the maximum towing weight can vary based on the braking system of what is being pulled. If a trailer possesses its own brakes then its "braked capacity". Otherwise, it would be unbraked capacity. When purchasing your trailer, you must keep in mind that its weight and score is obtained from the trailer's producer plus all of the extra payload you will place into it needs to never go over the 2017 Audi Q3 towing capacity. Violating this crucial principle will have an effect on what you can do to handle and make a full stop just in time and may someday bring about long lasting damage to your automobile or even cause accidents on the roads.

PAY ATTENTION

Drivers must not exceed the Audi Q3 towing capacity as it can have serious consequences such as interfering with your car's braking ability

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The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) has developed the J2807 set of recommended practices. The tow test procedures designed by the big brains at the SAE consist of a series of rigorous real-world challenges to determine the Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) of a vehicle and trailer combination.