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AUDI Q3 S LNE BLK ED 40 TDI QUAT SA (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 377 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

95%

Total Tests (2024)

377

Avg Mileage

29,757 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,482

Is the 2021 AUDI Q3 S LNE BLK ED 40 TDI QUAT SA reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the AUDI brand average of 90%.

At 3 years old, 95% of AUDI Q3 S LNE BLK ED 40 TDI QUAT SAs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 377 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 29,757 miles.

How does the 2021 AUDI Q3 S LNE BLK ED 40 TDI QUAT SA compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars901th out of 3,373(top 27%)
Rank among all AUDI models230th out of 1,079(top 21%)
vs national average+13% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average+3% (92% avg)
vs AUDI average+5% (90% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 AUDI Q3 S LNE BLK ED 40 TDI QUAT SA has 29,757 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-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 2021 AUDI Q3 S LNE BLK ED 40 TDI QUAT SA cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1968cc)
£1,037
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,482
Per month£124/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

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About the 2021 AUDI Q3 S LNE BLK ED 40 TDI QUAT SA

The 2021 AUDI Q3 S LNE BLK ED 40 TDI QUAT SA is a premium with a 1968cc diesel engine. 377 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 29,757 miles at 3 years old, AUDI Q3 S LNE BLK ED 40 TDI QUAT SA owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2021 AUDI Q3 S LNE BLK ED 40 TDI QUAT SA 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).

What does it cost to own a 2021 AUDI Q3 S LNE BLK ED 40 TDI QUAT SA?

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 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2021 AUDI Q3 S LNE BLK ED 40 TDI QUAT SA

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.

Alternatives to the 2021 AUDI Q3 S LNE BLK ED 40 TDI QUAT SA

The AUDI Q3 S LNE BLK ED 40 TDI QUAT SA is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel premiums from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: