Trunk comparison: Audi Q3 vs Renault Austral

Key Differences

The Audi Q3 offers only slightly larger dimensions when loading: with the seats folded down, the trunk of the Q3 is 2.4 in (+4%) longer, and with the first row of seats upright, it is 1.6 in (+5%) longer.

The trunk opening of the Q3 is 2 in (+7%) higher, the narrowest width in the trunk is only 0.4 in (+1%) larger in the Q3; the width of the trunk opening is the same for both models.

The loading edge of the Renault Austral is 1.2 in (+4%) higher above the ground than that of the Q3. A clear outlier is the depth of the trunk (loading edge to trunk floor): here the Audi Q3 is 0.4 in (+13%) deeper than the Renault Austral.

Impact on Usability

The 13% greater depth of the Audi Q3 practically means somewhat more usable volume below the loading edge: flat-lying or low-stackable items can be accommodated more easily and slide less because the cargo floor is deeper.

Combined with the 1.2 in lower loading edge of the Q3, there is also a noticeable advantage when loading heavy items — lower lift height and easier handling.

The slightly higher trunk opening (+2 in) of the Q3 makes it easier to fit taller or bulkier parts, although the difference is not large.

The longer loading surfaces of the Q3 (+4–+5%) offer a small advantage for longer items but are rather marginal in practice. Width and narrow spots differ little, so hardly any differences in loading scenarios are expected in landscape orientation.

In summary: The Audi Q3 is better in practice when loading heavy or somewhat taller/deeper cargo (deeper cargo floor, lower loading edge). All other differences are small and only lead to slightly different everyday usability.