ABT Sportsline reveals new Audi Q3 tuning program

Needless to say, it hasn't taken German tuning house, ABT Sportline long to add their flare to Audi's all-new Q3. As Hans-Jürgen Abt explains, “In its class the Q3 is something special. For our designers it provides the perfect working basis, as it is both classy and dynamic.” Living up to that classy and dynamic approach, the new ABT Q3 boasts up to 250 horsepower from the the 2.0 TFSI; matched to ABT's signature styling cues of upgraded wheels and aero kit. Full run-down after the jump.

Under the hood, ABT Sportsline offers a full range of power upgrades for the Audi Q3. Utilizing ABT's "POWER" performance ECU tuning programing, the most potent 2.0 TFSI application gets a bump from 211 to 250-hp and an additional 18 horses for the 2.0 TDI. The added power is then mated to an upgraded suspension system, revised aero kit and choice of ABT's "CR" or "DR" design wheels in sizes ranging from 18 to 20 inches. Full press release and specification below.



Press Release:

Kempten commitment to maximum urban sportiness – the new ABT Q3

“The Q3 is an extremely athletic yet very elegant vehicle. It combines the powerful aesthetics of a robust car with the shape of a cool coupe”, explains Hans-Jürgen Abt. For the CEO of ABT Sportsline, the world’s largest tuner of vehicles from the VW Group, the latest offspring of the SUV family represents an absolute highlight in the product range: “In its class the Q3 is something special. For our designers it provides the perfect working basis, as it is both classy and dynamic”, states Hans-Jürgen Abt. For example the Abts were able to further accentuate the unique tornado curves of the Q3 with side sills. In connection with the striking ABT front grill and the front spoiler the inherently compact car seems more powerful and to have more presence. The rear wing, rear apron and exhaust pipe covers ensure that from the rear of the SUV you can see that the car has a good figure.

After all the ABT Q3 does not just look sporty – it is sporty too: the engineers from Bavaria are currently working on the final tests of the individual ABT POWER performance packages. But it is already certain that the new car will provide an additional boost of maximum sportiness and extra driving enjoyment in practically all situations. As a result the most powerful version of the 2.0 TSI is expected to offer 250 HP or 184 kW (series standard: 211 HP/155 kW). The 170 HP version (125 kW) has been converted by ABT Sportsline into a sports engine with 210 HP (154 kW). For SUVs, a diesel engine is of course always a good, economical solution. As a result ABT POWER is also available for both performance levels of the economic 2.0 TDI: the series standard 140 HP (103 kW) is increased to 170 HP (125 kW), while the version with 177 HP (130 kW) as standard offers a high-torque 195 HP (143 kW) after the power treatment by ABT. The turbo diesel with two litre cubic capacity is the first choice if you want a little more, for example if the athletic ABT Q3 is also to be used as a workhorse.

Regardless of which engine is chosen, the customer always receives a vehicle which combines maximum driving fun with everyday usability and reliability. The fact that handling and optics do not have to suffer due to the car’s diversity is proved emphatically by the SUV of ABT. And the new Q3 in particular is a really attractive car, its design elements harmonise with the performance improvements – both have been developed as it were from the high demands of ABT customers. Consequently the extravagant light metal alloys from the CR and DR ranges suit the ABT Q3’s powerful-robust coupe shape perfectly. It goes without saying that the alloys are also available in combination with strong load-bearing highperformance tyres – in accordance with the commitment to maximum urban sportiness.

The new ABT Q3 – data and facts:

ABT ENGINE TECHNOLOGY
Engine: 2.0 TDI, 1.968 ccm capacity
Performance tuning: ABT POWER Performance: 170 HP/125 kW (standard: 140 HP/103 kW)

Engine: 2.0 TDI, 1.968 ccm capacity
Performance tuning: ABT POWER Performance: 195 HP/143 kW (standard: 177 HP/130 kW)

Engine: 2.0 TSI, 1.984 ccm capacity
Performance tuning: ABT POWER Performance: 210 HP/154 kW (standard: 170 HP/125 kW)

Engine: 2.0 TSI, 1.984 ccm capacity
Performance tuning: ABT POWER Performance: 250 HP/184 kW (standard: 211 HP/155 kW)

ABT AERODYNAMICS
ABT front grill
ABT front skirt
ABT door strip attachments
ABT rear skirt set with exhaust inserts
ABT rear wing

ABT SUSPENSION
ABT suspension springs

ABT WHEEL TECHNOLOGY
ABT CR and DR designer light alloy wheels in 18 to 20 inch
Available also as complete set of wheels with sports tyres

Source: ABT Sportsline