AUDI Q3 S LINE 35 TDI S-A (2019)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 139 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
96%
Total Tests (2024)
139
Avg Mileage
50,528 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,482
Is the 2019 AUDI Q3 S LINE 35 TDI S-A reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the AUDI brand average of 90%.
At 5 years old, 96% of AUDI Q3 S LINE 35 TDI S-As from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 139 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 50,528 miles.
How does the 2019 AUDI Q3 S LINE 35 TDI S-A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2019 AUDI Q3 S LINE 35 TDI S-A has 50,528 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2019 AUDI Q3 S LINE 35 TDI S-A cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
AUDI Q3 S LINE 35 TDI S-A by Year
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About the 2019 AUDI Q3 S LINE 35 TDI S-A
The 2019 AUDI Q3 S LINE 35 TDI S-A is a premium with a 1968cc diesel engine. 139 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 13% of all 2019 cars for reliability.
With an average of 50,528 miles at 5 years old, AUDI Q3 S LINE 35 TDI S-A owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2019 AUDI Q3 S LINE 35 TDI S-A Fuel Costs
The 1968cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.
What does it cost to own a 2019 AUDI Q3 S LINE 35 TDI S-A?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,482 (£124/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 96% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
AUDI Q3 S LINE 35 TDI S-A Reliability Trend
Older AUDI Q3 S LINE 35 TDI S-As tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 4 percentage points across model years.
Buying a Used 2019 AUDI Q3 S LINE 35 TDI S-A
At 5 years old, the AUDI Q3 S LINE 35 TDI S-A offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.
Alternatives to the 2019 AUDI Q3 S LINE 35 TDI S-A
The AUDI Q3 S LINE 35 TDI S-A is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel premiums from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2017) 91% pass rate (-5%) from 127,682 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2019) 89% pass rate (-7%) from 93,803 tests
- FORD TRANSIT (2017) 81% pass rate (-15%) from 80,031 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2018) 84% pass rate (-12%) from 79,867 tests