Audi Q3 vs Omoda 9

The Audi Q3 starts from $61,600 before on-road costs, while the Omoda 9 opens at $61,990. That makes the Audi Q3 the more affordable entry point by $390.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $67,760 and $68,189 respectively.

The Omoda 9 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Audi Q3, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Omoda 9 by roughly $6,470 in fuel alone.

Both the Audi Q3 and Omoda 9 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 87% for the Audi Q3 and 90% for the Omoda 9.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Omoda 9 packs more ADAS features with 7 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the Audi Q3.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the Audi Q3 and 8 in the Omoda 9. The Omoda 9 adds a 360-degree camera that the Audi Q3 misses.

How long each takes to charge — from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC — estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Audi Q3 features a 10.1-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the Omoda 9 gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Audi Q3 stands out with Apple CarPlay that you will not find on the Omoda 9. The Omoda 9 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, head-up display, wireless charging, panoramic roof, heated front seats, ventilated seats and Sony audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Audi Q3 uses a 4-cylinder inline petrol with turbocharging, MHEV technology and Cylinder on Demand (CoD) producing 110kW and 250Nm of torque, sent through a 7-speed s tronic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.1 seconds.

The Omoda 9 responds with a Plug-in Hybrid making 395kW and 215Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 4.9 seconds.

The Omoda 9 has the clear power advantage at 395kW vs 110kW. In the real-world sprint, the Omoda 9 is 4.2s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Audi Q3 measures 4,531mm long on a 2,681mm wheelbase, 244mm shorter than the Omoda 9 at 4,775mm (2,800mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Omoda 9 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 488L in the Audi Q3 and 660L in the Omoda 9, giving the Omoda 9 a 172L advantage.

For towing, the Audi Q3 leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,625/year for the Audi Q3 and $331/year for the Omoda 9. That is a $1,294 annual difference in favour of the Omoda 9.

Estimated annual total: $1,625 (Audi Q3) vs $331 (Omoda 9). The Omoda 9 saves you roughly $1,294 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Audi Q3) vs 8 years / 999,999km (Omoda 9). The Omoda 9 has longer coverage.