Audi Q3 vs Skoda Enyaq

The Audi Q3 starts from $61,600 before on-road costs, while the Skoda Enyaq opens at $59,990. That makes the Skoda Enyaq the more affordable entry point by $1,610.

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. Estimated driveaway prices sit around $68,868 for the Audi Q3 and $63,990 for the Skoda Enyaq.

The Skoda Enyaq 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.

Both the Audi Q3 and Skoda Enyaq hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 87% for the Audi Q3 and 94% for the Skoda Enyaq.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 6 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Audi Q3, against 5 on the Skoda Enyaq.

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 9 in the Skoda Enyaq.

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 Skoda Enyaq gets a 13-inch display and 5.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

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

Interior trim differs: the Audi Q3 gets leather upholstery while the Skoda Enyaq offers synthetic leather. Climate control is 2-zone in the Audi Q3 and 3-zone in the Skoda Enyaq.

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 Skoda Enyaq responds with a Electric Motor making 210kW and 545Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.7 seconds.

The Skoda Enyaq has the clear power advantage at 210kW vs 110kW. In the real-world sprint, the Skoda Enyaq is 2.4s 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, 127mm shorter than the Skoda Enyaq at 4,658mm (2,766mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Skoda Enyaq generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 488L in the Audi Q3 and 585L in the Skoda Enyaq, giving the Skoda Enyaq a 97L advantage.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Audi Q3) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Skoda Enyaq). The Skoda Enyaq has longer coverage.