Audi Q2
Specs, engines and history
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By Felix Hartmann, Automotive Technology & EV Contributor
- Built
- 2016–2026
- Top power
- 221 kW (300 PS)
Which Q2 to buy
Our verdict · Felix Hartmann
- Best value used: a facelifted 30 TFSI or 35 TFSI from 2020-2026 with LED lights and standard autonomous braking.
- For high mileage or towing: the 35 TDI, with quattro if you need traction, accepting the smaller 355-litre boot.
- For performance: the SQ2 with 221 kW (300 PS) and quattro.
The Audi Q2 was Audi's smallest SUV, built in Ingolstadt from 2016 to April 2026 on the Volkswagen Group MQB platform. It combined a Golf-sized footprint, a 405-litre boot and optional quattro all-wheel drive with engines from a 1.0 three-cylinder to the 221 kW (300 PS) SQ2. Audi confirmed in 2022 that there would be no second generation, and 887,231 Q2s were sold over its ten years.
In short
- Premium small SUV, code GA, one generation (2016-2026) with a facelift in autumn 2020.
- Petrol engines from 81 kW (110 PS) to 140 kW (190 PS), diesels from 85 kW (116 PS) to 140 kW (190 PS), plus the SQ2.
- 4,191-4,208 mm long, 405 to 1,050 litres of boot space (355 l with TDI quattro).
- The last German list price started at EUR 29,000 for the 30 TFSI (2025-2026, ADAC).
Size at a glance
| Dimensions | Audi Q2 GA |
|---|---|
| Length | 4,208 mm165.7 in |
| Width | 1,794 mm70.6 in |
| Height | 1,508 mm59.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,601 mm102.4 in |
| Boot | 405 L14.3 cu ft |
Running cost
Fuel · Q2 GA 30 TFSI
about 1,550 EUR fuel a year at 15,000 km
5.9 l/100 km · petrol at 1.75 EUR/l · change mileage, fuel price or version
Specs by version
Engines
| Version | Engine | Power | Torque | Gearbox | Drive | Production years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel · 1 version | ||||||
| 35 TDI quattro S tronic | 2.0 l · 4 cyl · Diesel 1,968 cc | 110 kW 150 PS148 hp | 360 Nm266 lb-ft | 7-sp Dual-clutch | All-wheel drive | 2020–2026 |
| Petrol · 2 versions | ||||||
| 30 TFSI | 1.0 l · 3 cyl · Petrol 999 cc | 85 kW 116 PS114 hp | 200 Nm148 lb-ft | 6-sp Manual | Front-wheel drive | 2024–2026 |
| 35 TFSI S tronic | 4 cyl · Petrol | 110 kW 150 PS148 hp | 250 Nm184 lb-ft | 7-sp Dual-clutch | Front-wheel drive | 2020–2026 |
Performance
Show all 3 versions
| Version | 0–100 km/h | Top speed | Fuel consumption | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel · 1 version | ||||
| 35 TDI quattro S tronic | 8.2 s 0–62 mph | 210 km/h130 mph | 5.7 l/100 km41.3 mpg US · 49.6 mpg UK | 149 g/km |
| Petrol · 2 versions | ||||
| 30 TFSI | 10.5 s 0–62 mph | 197 km/h122 mph | 5.9 l/100 km39.9 mpg US · 47.9 mpg UK | 135 g/km |
| 35 TFSI S tronic | 8.6 s 0–62 mph | 218 km/h135 mph | 5.9 l/100 km39.9 mpg US · 47.9 mpg UK | 133 g/km |
Dimensions and weight
Show all 3 versions
| Version | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Kerb weight | Boot | Fuel tank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel · 1 version | |||||||
| 35 TDI quattro S tronic | - | - | - | - | 1,570 kg3,461 lb | 355 l12.5 cu ft | - |
| Petrol · 2 versions | |||||||
| 30 TFSI | 4,208 mm165.7 in | 1,794 mm70.6 in | 1,508 mm59.4 in | 2,601 mm102.4 in | 1,330 kg2,932 lb | 405 l14.3 cu ft | 50 l13.2 gal US |
| 35 TFSI S tronic | - | - | - | - | 1,380 kg3,042 lb | 405 l14.3 cu ft | - |
Verified Manufacturer and type-approval data from our catalog · Sources and methodology
Audi Q2 at a glance
| Specification | Audi Q2 |
|---|---|
| Segment | premium small (B/C) crossover SUV |
| Model code | GA |
| Production | 2016 to April 2026, Ingolstadt, Germany; Q2 L in Foshan, China |
| Platform | Volkswagen Group MQB A1 |
| Body style | five-door SUV, five seats |
| Drive | front-wheel drive, quattro all-wheel drive optional |
| Length / wheelbase | 4,191-4,208 mm / 2,601 mm |
| Boot | 405 l, 1,050 l with the rear seats folded |
| Power range | 81-221 kW (110-300 PS) |
Matthias Fink and Dre Ahn designed the Q2 under Audi design chief Marc Lichte. Its flat, upward-slanting front matched the rest of Audi's Q range. It was not sold in the United States or Canada. More Audis are in our Audi catalogue.
Generations and model history
Audi unveiled the Q2 at the Geneva Motor Show on 1 March 2016, and European sales started in November 2016. There is one generation, refreshed in 2020.
| Generation | Code | Years | Body styles | Engines | Power (kW / PS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 (pre-facelift) | GA | 2016-2020 | 5-door SUV | 1.0, 1.4 and 2.0 TFSI, 1.6 and 2.0 TDI | 85-140 kW (116-190 PS) |
| Q2 (facelift) | GA | 2020-2026 | 5-door SUV | 30, 35, 40 TFSI, 30 and 35 TDI | 81-140 kW (110-190 PS) |
| SQ2 | GA | 2018-2026 | 5-door SUV | 2.0 TFSI | 221 kW (300 PS) |
| Q2 L (China) | GA, long wheelbase | China only | 5-door SUV | petrol, electric (e-tron from 2019) | not covered here |
The facelift, announced on 9 October 2020, made the car 17 mm longer at 4.21 m, with new bumpers, a revised grille, new sills and new lights. LED headlights became standard and Matrix LED headlights optional. Audi pre sense front, which can brake automatically, became standard, and the trim structure changed to base, advanced and S line.
In February 2022 Volkswagen confirmed that there would be no second Q2. Production ended in Ingolstadt in April 2026 to make room for an electric Audi A2.
Engines, transmissions and performance
Before 2020 the engines were named by capacity; after the facelift Audi used its power-class badges. The seven-speed S tronic is a dual-clutch gearbox.
| Engine | Power | Torque | Gearbox | 0-100 km/h |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 TFSI / 30 TFSI | 85 kW (116 PS) | 200 Nm | 6-speed manual or S tronic | 10.5 s |
| 30 TFSI (2020-2024) | 81 kW (110 PS) | - | 6-speed manual or S tronic | - |
| 1.4 TFSI COD / 35 TFSI | 110 kW (150 PS) | 250 Nm | 6-speed manual or S tronic | 8.5-9.0 s |
| 2.0 TFSI / 40 TFSI quattro | 140 kW (190 PS) | 320 Nm | S tronic | 6.8 s |
| 1.6 TDI (to 2020) / 30 TDI | 85 kW (116 PS) | 250 Nm | 6-speed manual or S tronic | 10.7 s |
| 2.0 TDI / 35 TDI | 110 kW (150 PS) | 340-360 Nm | manual or S tronic, quattro optional | 8.2-8.7 s |
| 2.0 TDI quattro (to 2020) | 140 kW (190 PS) | 400 Nm | S tronic | 7.0 s |
| SQ2 2.0 TFSI quattro | 221 kW (300 PS) | - | S tronic | - |
The SQ2 was previewed at the 2018 Paris Motor Show; its top speed is limited to 250 km/h (155 mph). For the 2025-2026 German range ADAC lists 197 km/h (122 mph) for the manual 30 TFSI, 218 km/h (135 mph) for the 35 TFSI S tronic and 210 km/h (131 mph) for the 35 TDI quattro.
Dimensions, space and boot
| Parameter | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Length (2020 facelift) | 4,208 mm | 165.7 in |
| Width (without mirrors) | 1,794 mm | 70.6 in |
| Height | 1,508 mm | 59.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 102.4 in |
| Boot, seats up / folded | 405 / 1,050 l | 14.3 / 37.1 cu ft |
| Boot, TDI quattro | 355 / 1,000 l | 12.5 / 35.3 cu ft |
| Kerb weight (30 TFSI / 35 TDI quattro) | 1,330 / 1,570 kg | 2,932 / 3,461 lb |
| Fuel tank | 50 l | 13.2 US gal |
At 1,508 mm the Q2 is lower than a SEAT Arona (1,537 mm) or a Mazda CX-30 (1,540 mm). The quattro hardware under the boot floor costs 50 litres of luggage space in the diesel. The size comparison tool shows it next to the A3 and Q3.
Fuel economy and running costs
| Version (2025-2026) | WLTP consumption | CO2 | Price (Germany) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 TFSI, manual | 5.9 l/100 km | 135 g/km | EUR 29,000 |
| 35 TFSI S tronic | 5.9 l/100 km | 133 g/km | EUR 33,800 |
| 35 TDI quattro S tronic | 5.7 l/100 km | 149 g/km | EUR 39,550 |
Prices and figures are from ADAC for the model period June 2025 to April 2026. At the 2020 facelift the 35 TFSI started at EUR 27,196.64 in Germany, a price that included the temporary 16% VAT rate (Audi, 2020). Audi gave a two-year vehicle warranty, three years on paint and 12 years against rust perforation in Germany.
Trims and equipment
Trim names in some markets included SE, Sport, S line, Technik, Edition #1 and Black Edition; after the facelift Audi grouped the exterior lines as base, advanced and S line. Equipment included a 5.8-inch MMI display, the 12.3-inch Audi virtual cockpit and LED ambient lighting that changes colour with the time of day.
The Chinese Q2 L and Q2 L e-tron
For China, FAW-Volkswagen built the Q2 L in Foshan with a 2,628 mm wheelbase and a length of 4,229 mm. The electric Q2 L e-tron followed in November 2019 with a 100 kW motor, 290 Nm, a 38 kWh CATL battery, a range of 265 km and a top speed of 150 km/h. It was never sold in Europe.
Safety: Euro NCAP
Euro NCAP awarded the Q2 five stars in 2016, with 93% for adult occupants, 86% for child occupants, 70% for pedestrians and 60% for safety assist; ANCAP applied the same result in Australia. More test results are in our safety section.
Reliability and known issues
ADAC's breakdown statistics show a clear improvement over the model's life: 10.3 breakdowns per 1,000 cars for Q2s registered in 2018 and 7.7 for 2019, but 4.2 for 2021 and 1.5 for 2023. ADAC names no recurring fault.
Rivals
| Model | Engines | Power (kW / PS) | Boot (l) | Price from (EUR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi Q2 | 30, 35, 40 TFSI, 30 and 35 TDI | 85-140 kW (116-190 PS) | 405 | 29,000 (2025) |
| VW T-Roc | 1.5 eTSI, hybrids, 2.0 eTSI | 85-150 kW (116-204 PS) | 475 | 30,995 (2025) |
| Mazda CX-30 | 2.5 petrol, 2.0 e-Skyactiv X | 103-137 kW (140-186 PS) | 430 | 29,990 (2026) |
| Toyota C-HR | 1.8 and 2.0 hybrid, PHEV | 103-164 kW (140-223 PS) | 447 | 33,990 (2026) |
| SEAT Arona | 1.0 TSI, 1.5 TSI | 70-110 kW (95-150 PS) | 400 | 24,440 (2026) |
Prices are German list prices from ADAC. The T-Roc, built on the same MQB platform, is the Q2's closest relative and also offered all-wheel drive.
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Audi Q2 in our rankings
- No. 25 of 198 · Smallest SUVs and crossovers (4,208 mm · top 13%)
- No. 26 of 144 · Lightest SUVs and crossovers (1,330 kg · top 19%)
- No. 112 of 531 · Smallest cars (4,208 mm · top 22%)
- No. 33 of 130 · Fastest SUVs and crossovers (218 km/h · top 26%)
- No. 124 of 391 · Lightest cars (1,330 kg · top 33%)
- No. 95 of 297 · Most economical cars (5.7 l/100 km · top 34%)
Shorter than 87% of ranked SUVs and crossovers in the 1CARS catalog (No. 25 of 198).
FAQ
Is the Audi Q2 discontinued?
Yes. Production in Ingolstadt ended in April 2026 after ten years, and Audi has not announced a direct successor.
How big is the Audi Q2 boot?
405 litres with the seats up and 1,050 litres folded; TDI quattro models have 50 litres less.
Does the Audi Q2 have quattro all-wheel drive?
Yes, on some versions. Before 2020 it was optional on the 1.4 TFSI and 2.0 TDI and standard on the 140 kW (190 PS) engines; after the facelift the 40 TFSI and the SQ2 always have quattro, and the 35 TDI can be ordered with it.
How safe is the Audi Q2?
It scored five Euro NCAP stars in 2016, with 93% for adult occupant protection.
What is the most powerful Audi Q2?
The SQ2, with a 2.0 TFSI four-cylinder and 221 kW (300 PS).
Data sources
Data checked by an editor against the sources below.
- Wikipedia - Audi Q2
- ADAC
