Where there's room on price
82
/ 100 (strong)
~71 days of national supply and listings typically ~10% above fair price — strong leverage to negotiate.
Ridekick price report
2018 Audi Q3 Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$12,535
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$7,830$21,993
- Typical market range
- $11,679–$15,994
- Typical asking price
- $12,535
- Original MSRP range
- $36,000–$37,900
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
2 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
71
days of supply
Buyer's market
Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room on price on a 2018 Audi Q3.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$33,120–$34,560
Estimated dealer invoice — about $36,000 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | $11,938 | $36,000 | $33,120–$34,560 |
| Premium Plus | $13,147 | $37,900 | $34,868–$36,384 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$9,861$24,919$39,977
Typical askingPremium
$11,938
Premium: typical asking price $11,938, original MSRP $36,000, estimated dealer cost $33,120 to $34,560.
Premium Plus
$13,147
Premium Plus: typical asking price $13,147, original MSRP $37,900, estimated dealer cost $34,868 to $36,384.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2018 Audi Q3 runs about $12,846 in MT to $14,392 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $909 | $110+ | $13,554 |
| TX | $783 | $332 | $13,650 |
| FL | $752 | $1,074+ | $14,361 |
| NY | $501 | $371 | $13,407 |
| PA | $752 | $587 | $13,874 |
| IL | $783 | $683 | $14,001 |
| OH | $721 | $444 | $13,700 |
| GA | $877 | $637 | $14,049 |
| NC | $376 | $793 | $13,704 |
| WA | $815 | $215+ | $13,565 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $13,060 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
20
MPG city
28
MPG highway
23
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2018 Audi Q3 configuration (Premium).
Safety & recalls
1 open NHTSA recall on record for the 2018 Audi Q3.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Audi Q3 vehicles equipped with LED headlights. An inoperable front turn signal may not illuminate an indicator, failing to alert the driver to the issue. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the body control module (BCM), free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 97DK.
Campaign 19V385000 · 23/05/2019
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2018 Audi Q3?
Used 2018 Audi Q3 listings ask about $12,535 at typical mileage, with most listings between $11,679 and $15,994. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2018 Audi Q3 cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $36,000, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $23,465 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2018 Audi Q3?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $12,846 in MT to $14,392 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2018 Audi Q3?
There are about 71 days of national market supply for the 2018 Audi Q3 — Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room on price on a 2018 Audi Q3.
Is the listed price on a 2018 Audi Q3 fair?
Not always. 2018 Audi Q3 listings typically ask about $13,841, roughly 10% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $12,535. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2018 Audi Q3?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $33,120–$34,560 — its $36,000 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 9/18/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.