THE FACTS

Audi Q3 1.4 TFSI S-Line

Tested: 1,395cc, four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with cylinder on demand

Price/on sale: Range from ￡25,340, as tested ￡27,890/January

Power/torque: 148bhp @ 5,000rpm/184lb ft @ 1,500rpm

Top speed: 127mph

Acceleration: 0-62mph in 9.2sec

Fuel economy: 42.8mpg/50.4mpg (EU Urban/Combined)

CO2 Emissions: 128g/km

VED band: D (￡0 first year, ￡105 thereafter)

Verdict: A series of minor revisions bring slight increases in the appeal and price of the Q3. Not particularly exciting, and an A3 is better in most regards, but if you want tough, 4x4 looks and don't mind paying extra for them then you won't be disappointed

Telegraph rating: Four out of five stars