Audi has started local assembly of the all-new Audi Q3 at the Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL) plant in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra. The launch of the new-generation compact luxury SUV in India is scheduled for October 16, 2026.
The start of local production marks the next step in Audi’s India product programme. The all-new Q3 will be assembled at the SAVWIPL facility, which supports local production for the Group’s brands in India. The new Audi Q3 will be powered by a 2.0-litre petrol engine and equipped with Audi’s quattro all-wheel-drive system. The SUV combines the performance and driving characteristics associated with the Audi brand with the practicality of a compact SUV. The new model will also feature a range of technologies and features, including several segment-first features, aimed at meeting the requirements of customers in the premium compact SUV segment.
Piyush Arora, Managing Director and CEO of Škoda Auto Volkswagen India, said, “The start of production of the All-New Audi Q3 is an important milestone for our Group in India. It reflects the strong capabilities of our Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar facility and our commitment to supporting the growth of our brands in the country. We are proud to produce the latest Audi Q3 in India, with the same high standards of quality, precision and engineering excellence that define Audi globally.”
Balbir Singh Dhillon, Brand Director, Audi India, said, “Today marks a significant day for us as we begin the start of production and take another important step towards the launch of the All-New Q3. The Q3 has been an important gateway to the Audi brand, and this new generation is set to build on that success with its distinctive design, progressive technology and dynamic character. We see the All-New Q3 as a strong catalyst for the next phase of our growth — helping us reach a broader customer base, strengthen our presence and further build the Audi brand in India.”
The Q3 has been an important model in the company’s product portfolio and has served as an entry point for customers considering the Audi brand. The new generation is expected to build on this position with its updated design, technology and powertrain.
Local assembly at the SAVWIPL plant forms part of it’s manufacturing presence in India. The facility in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar has production capabilities supporting multiple vehicle models for the Škoda Auto Volkswagen Group. Audi India will open bookings for the all-new Q3 through its digital and retail channels. Customers can book the SUV through the the companywebsite, the myAudi Connect application or at Audi India dealerships. The all-new Q3 will be officially launched in India on October 16, 2026. Further details on pricing, variants and equipment will be announced closer to the launch.
The company is the Indian subsidiary of Audi AG, the German premium automobile manufacturer and part of the Volkswagen Group. Audi entered the Indian market in 2007 and has since built a portfolio covering sedans, SUVs and electric vehicles. The company offers models including the Q3, Q5, Q7, Q8, A4, A6, A8 L, S and RS performance models, as well as electric vehicles under the e-tron range.
Audi India has a manufacturing facility at SAVWIPL’s plant in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra, where selected models are assembled locally. The company operates through a network of authorised dealerships and service centres across India and focuses on premium mobility, technology, design and electrification.
