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Audi Q2 vs BMW X3 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 398 HP), boot space and price (24900 £ vs 51300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q2 or BMW X3?

Audi Q2

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Q2

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi Q2 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24900 £ , while the BMW X3 costs 51300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 26400 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW X3 manages with 2.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Audi Q2 with 4.80 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.

X3

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X3 has a distinct edge – offering 398 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 98 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X3 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Audi Q2 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW X3 pulls convincingly stronger with 670 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm difference.

Q2

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Audi Q2 is significantly lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1930 kg. The difference is around 600 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X3 offers evident more room – 570 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 165 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW X3 slightly takes the win – 570 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race?

The BMW X3 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW X3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £51,300
X3

BMW X3

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 197 - 398 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 7.7 L
  • Electric Range : 88 km
Audi Q2
BMW X3

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Audi Q2

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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The Audi Q2 packs Audi’s premium attitude into a compact, cheeky package that turns city streets into a runway for tasteful design and clever practicality. It’s an easy car to live with thanks to an upscale cabin, composed manners and sprightly handling, and while it won’t satisfy someone chasing sports-car thrills, it’s a smart, stylish pick for buyers who want substance with a wink.

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BMW X3

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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The BMW X3 mixes Bavarian poise with everyday practicality, delivering a composed ride and a cabin that feels both premium and lived-in. It’s the sort of SUV that lets you enjoy sporty handling without sacrificing family-friendly space, so you get fun and sense in one neat package.

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Audi Q2
BMW X3

Costs and Consumption

Price
24900 - 43600 £
Price
51300 - 72400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 8.1 L
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
127 - 183 g/km
co2
64 - 175 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1610 kg
Curb weight
1930 - 2140 kg
Trunk capacity
355 - 405 L
Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
Length
-
Length
4755 mm
Width
1794 - 1802 mm
Width
1920 mm
Height
-
Height
1660 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1700 L
Payload
450 - 510 kg
Payload
570 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 300 HP
Power HP
197 - 398 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Torque
330 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
85 - 221 kW
Power kW
145 - 293 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, B
Brand
Audi
Brand
BMW
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q2 have?

The Audi Q2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.