Factory-look upgrade for the 2012–2018 Audi Q3. The tidy fascia suits the dash-top screen layout and keeps vents, MMI controls and trims aligned like OEM. Steering-wheel controls remain active and the factory camera is retained where fitted. It's fast to launch and stays stable through Australian summer heat.
Supports Apple CarPlay & Android Auto via CarLink 2.0 (pre-installed).
Built for AU heat with active cooling, local warranty and tracked shipping.
Active fan & heat-sink
Voltage-stable power stage
12-month local warranty
Features you’ll use
The Q3's dash-top screen and console controller are neatly integrated, so the upgrade looks at home. The fascia lines are tight, the screen sits clear of glare, and the interface is responsive. SWC remain mapped to the basics, and the camera is kept where fitted — a clean daily-driver result for Australian conditions.
Slide in, tap start, and your screen wakes fast. The layout suits the Q3 cabin — easy reach from the shifter, quick glance from the wheel, no awkward angles. SWC still handle volume and skips, so you keep your hands steady. If your Q3 already has a camera, it's retained. When you're rolling, CarLink 2.0 lets you run CarPlay/Android Auto without cables, so Maps or Waze and Spotify launch in a couple of taps. Audio is easier to dial with DSP/EQ tuning and time alignment; vocals centre up, bass tightens, and it plays nice with BOSE where fitted. Built to handle Aussie heat, so long drives and summer park-ups don't fluster it.
OEM-match fitment for Q3
The fascia suits the Q3 dash-top screen layout, keeping vents, trims and the MMI controller tidy. Brackets and adapters are included for a clean, bolt-in install. Steering-wheel controls are retained, and the factory reverse camera stays working where fitted. The result: a factory-look finish that blends in.
Tidy fascia lines
SWC retained
Camera retained
Bracketed install
Sharper sound, simple tuning
Shape your mix with a 16–31 band EQ and per-channel time alignment, then feed Hi-Res tracks for extra detail. Bluetooth supports aptX-HD for cleaner wireless playback. Planning an amp or sub? The signal path is upgrade-friendly and it plays nicely with Audi Sound System and BOSE where fitted.
16–31 band EQ
Time alignment
Hi-Res & aptX-HD
Amp-ready path
Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto
CarLink 2.0 goes cable-free. Tap in for calls, messages and voice assistant, then glance at Maps or Waze while Spotify hums along. It's responsive, keeps a steady link, and the wheel buttons cover the basics so you can focus on the road.
CarLink 2.0 wireless
Calls & messages
Maps + Spotify
Offline maps & Torque
Download AU map areas before a regional run to save data and keep guidance when coverage drops. Add a simple OBD2 dongle and use Torque to watch temps, trims or boost and log basics between services. Handy on trips; useful in town when you're troubleshooting.
Offline AU areas
Save mobile data
OBD2 with Torque
The DriverMods difference
Real performance — and real transparency
The current standard is still 28 nm—slower and hotter, with only the highest end units running 12 nm. Our units start at 12 nm for smooth, lag-free performance (Core & Plus), stepping up to 6 nm in Pro/Max/Flagship for lightning-fast response.
spec transparency
modern silicon
fast boot
cool, stable runs
Displays you enjoy looking at
No dim, plasticky panels. Our Plus / Pro / Max / Flagship use QLED QHD for razor-sharp maps, media, and text. Our Core tier unit uses a bright, vivid HD IPS display—clear, clean, and easy on the eyes.
higher resolution
higher brightness
premium panel tech
Bigger screen, less bezel, factory-style fit
More screen, minimal bezels, tidy fascia—designed to look like it belongs in your dash. Controls stay accessible and integration stays clean.
OEM-style fit
modern look
tidy install
Tuned software that makes life easy
Lean, fast, and stable—plus full customisation. Keep our optimised setup or download and swap to a different launcher if you prefer. With an Android OS head unit, the options are endless.
fast UI
no bloat
choose your launcher
Memory & storage that keep up
Gone are the days when 4 GB of RAM was “top-end.” Ours start at 4 GB and go up from there, so app switching stays smooth. Add maps and media with microSD expansion and you’re set for offline trips.
more RAM
smoother multitasking
microSD for expandable storage
Built for value, backed locally
Top-tier hardware at fair pricing, with AU support and clear documentation. We care about the experience after install just as much as unboxing day.
local help
real warranty
easy ownership
Why we do it
The concept isn’t new—the standard should be. Modern processors, better panels, lean and fast software, fair pricing. We build head units that make driving feel effortless, not frustrating.
Checkout & shipping — how it works
Order your kitChoose your preferred head unit tier and place your order.
Upload a photoAfter checkout, we'll provide a link for you to easily upload a photo of your dash and any steering wheel controls.
We assemble the correct kitWe confirm your exact model and include any needed adapters and the correct fascia. Correct-fit guarantee applies.
Tracked shippingAU-wide tracked delivery in 4–11 business days.
FAQs
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Will this fit my Audi Q3 (8U) with the dash-top screen?
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Yes. It's designed around the 8U interior. The fascia aligns with the dash-top screen and console controller for a factory-style finish.
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Do steering-wheel controls still work on a Q3 (8U)?
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Yes. Core functions like volume, track skip and call answer remain active after install.
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Does it work with the BOSE surround system in the Q3 (8U)?
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It supports Audi Sound System and BOSE. You keep the factory amp, and EQ/time alignment help balance levels and staging.
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Is the factory reverse camera on a Q3 (8U) retained?
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Where fitted, the camera continues to operate. The loom and fascia are designed to preserve it.
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Can I navigate without reception in a Q3 (8U)?
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Yes. Download offline map areas so guidance continues when you're out of coverage on AU trips.
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How long should installation take on a Q3 (8U)?
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Allow about 60 minutes for a straightforward swap with standard tools (Torx T20/T25, trim tools, 10 mm socket).
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