Negotiating leverage
43
moderate leverage / 100
~54 days of national supply and listings typically ~2% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2021 Audi Q3 Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$21,639
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$13,499$29,987
- Typical market range
- $19,904–$24,425
- Ridekick fair price
- $21,639
- Original MSRP range
- $34,000–$39,300
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
4 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
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.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | $20,232 | $34,000 | $31,280–$32,640 |
| S Line Premium | $21,481 | $36,000 | $33,120–$34,560 |
| Premium Plus | $21,743 | $37,300 | $34,316–$35,808 |
| S Line Premium Plus | $22,577 | $39,300 | $36,156–$37,728 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$18,707$29,766$40,825
Fair pricePremium
$20,232
Premium: fair price $20,232, original MSRP $34,000, estimated dealer cost $31,280 to $32,640.
S Line Premium
$21,481
S Line Premium: fair price $21,481, original MSRP $36,000, estimated dealer cost $33,120 to $34,560.
Premium Plus
$21,743
Premium Plus: fair price $21,743, original MSRP $37,300, estimated dealer cost $34,316 to $35,808.
S Line Premium Plus
$22,577
S Line Premium Plus: fair price $22,577, original MSRP $39,300, estimated dealer cost $36,156 to $37,728.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair 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 $21,950 in MT to $24,100 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,569 | $110+ | $23,318 |
| TX | $1,352 | $332 | $23,323 |
| FL | $1,298 | $1,074+ | $24,011 |
| NY | $866 | $371 | $22,876 |
| PA | $1,298 | $587 | $23,524 |
| IL | $1,352 | $683 | $23,674 |
| OH | $1,244 | $444 | $23,327 |
| GA | $1,515 | $637 | $23,791 |
| NC | $649 | $793 | $23,081 |
| WA | $1,407 | $215+ | $23,261 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $22,164 |
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 a fair price for a 2021 Audi Q3?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $21,639, within a typical market range of $19,904 to $24,425.
Is the 2021 Audi Q3 cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $34,000, so a fair used price is roughly $12,361 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 $21,950 in MT to $24,100 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.
How much can you negotiate on a 2021 Audi Q3?
Negotiating leverage rates 43/100 (moderate). ~54 days of national supply and listings typically ~2% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
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 9/18/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.