Where there's room on price
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Approx. 54 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 4% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2021 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
$20,998
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$12,995$29,987
- Typical market range
- $19,268–$23,916
- Typical asking price
- $20,998
- Original MSRP range
- $34,000–$39,300
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
4 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
54
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Audi Q3.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$31,280–$32,640
Estimated dealer invoice — about $34,000 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 | $19,565 | $34,000 | $31,280–$32,640 |
| S Line Premium | $20,797 | $36,000 | $33,120–$34,560 |
| S Line Premium Plus | $21,896 | $39,300 | $36,156–$37,728 |
| Premium Plus | $22,412 | $37,300 | $34,316–$35,808 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$17,986$29,433$40,879
Typical askingPremium
$19,565
Premium: typical asking price $19,565, original MSRP $34,000, estimated dealer cost $31,280 to $32,640.
S Line Premium
$20,797
S Line Premium: typical asking price $20,797, original MSRP $36,000, estimated dealer cost $33,120 to $34,560.
S Line Premium Plus
$21,896
S Line Premium Plus: typical asking price $21,896, original MSRP $39,300, estimated dealer cost $36,156 to $37,728.
Premium Plus
$22,412
Premium Plus: typical asking price $22,412, original MSRP $37,300, estimated dealer cost $34,316 to $35,808.
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 2021 Audi Q3 runs about $21,309 in MT to $23,416 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 | $1,522 | $110+ | $22,630 |
| TX | $1,312 | $332 | $22,642 |
| FL | $1,260 | $1,074+ | $23,332 |
| NY | $840 | $371 | $22,209 |
| PA | $1,260 | $587 | $22,845 |
| IL | $1,312 | $683 | $22,993 |
| OH | $1,207 | $444 | $22,649 |
| GA | $1,470 | $637 | $23,105 |
| NC | $630 | $793 | $22,421 |
| WA | $1,365 | $215+ | $22,578 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $21,523 |
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
Safety & recalls
3 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2021 Audi Q3.
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, and 2021-2022 S3 Sedan vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the middle-rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69CR (VW) and 69CS (Audi).
Campaign 21V606000 · 05/08/2021
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Audi Q3 vehicles. The vent pipe within the fuel tank may have been damaged during fuel tank assembly.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the internal vent pipe for damage and replace the charcoal canister and the fuel tank, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20DS.
Campaign 22V673000 · 08/09/2022
STEERING
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan, 2018-2019 Atlas, and 2019-2021 Audi Q3 vehicles. One of the bolts that attaches the steering rack to the subframe may corrode and break. If this happens, the steering rack housing can break.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the right-side steering rack mounting bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 10, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 48LG and 48VT. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 16, 2026.
Campaign 26V590000 · 11/09/2026
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2021 Audi Q3?
Used 2021 Audi Q3 listings ask about $20,998 at typical mileage, with most listings between $19,268 and $23,916. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2021 Audi Q3 cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $34,000, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $13,002 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2021 Audi Q3?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $21,309 in MT to $23,416 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2021 Audi Q3?
There are about 54 days of national market supply for the 2021 Audi Q3 — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Audi Q3.
Is the listed price on a 2021 Audi Q3 fair?
Not always. 2021 Audi Q3 listings typically ask about $21,755, roughly 4% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $20,998. 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 2021 Audi Q3?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $31,280–$32,640 — its $34,000 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 10/31/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.