The Audi Q2, which isn’t available in the New World but was just upgraded for 2024 in Europe, has a few minor tweaks that have resulted in a tiny price rise over the previous iteration.
Audi has announced that all variants of the Q2 now come standard with an 8.8-inch touchscreen display. The infotainment system boasts high responsiveness and a resolution of 1,270×720. It also supports natural speech control, with the rotary dial on the center console being replaced by a small storage compartment.
Standard features include a DAB tuner, two USB-C ports, various Audi Connect services, navigation, and a smartphone interface. The MMI Navigation Plus offers high-resolution maps and additional services, including those from Google, which can be projected onto the Virtual Cockpit—a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster behind the steering wheel with a resolution of 1,920×720 and extensive customization options.
Safety features have also been enhanced, with all versions now equipped with traffic sign recognition, rear park assist, and lane departure warning at no extra cost. The updated Q2 is set to go on sale in the first half of 2024 in Europe, starting at €28,600 ($30,915) in Germany, slightly higher than the previous starting price of €28,150 ($30,430).
The lineup includes the 30 TFSI with a 1.0-liter three-cylinder engine producing 110 PS (108 hp/81 kW), the 35 TFSI with a 1.5-liter engine generating 150 PS (148 hp/110 kW), and the 40 TFSI with a 2.0-liter unit delivering 190 PS (187 hp/140 kW).
Diesel options include the 30 TDI with 116 PS (114 hp/85 kW) and the 35 TDI quattro with 150 PS (148 hp/110 kW). The range-topping SQ2 boasts 300 PS (296 hp/221 kW).
Produced in 2016, the Audi Q2 is based on the VW Group’s MQB A1 platform, shared with models like the SEAT Ateca, Skoda Karoq, and Volkswagen T-Roc. Positioned below the Q3, the Q2 is smaller and not available in the United States.