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Audi Q2 vs Lexus ES comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (24,900 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q2 or Lexus ES?

Audi Q2 vs Lexus ES: Key differences

Audi Q2

4.4 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • moderately more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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 is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,900 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,728 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q2 uses 4.8 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Lexus ES with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.

ES

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 Audi Q2 offers visibly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q2 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

Q2

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi Q2 is noticeably lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,680 kg. The difference is around 350 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus ES offers moderately more boot space – 454 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q2 carries very slightly more – 510 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q2 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £24,900
Q2

Audi Q2

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 116 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.8 - 8.1 L/100km
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Audi Q2

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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Reviews Audi Q2

4.4 (5 Reviews)
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ribiere
13 Jul 2026, 07:51:47

I've had a Q2 TDI 116 since 2018 with 108,000 km. No engine or chassis problems. Except for weakness of the front-left tyre.

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miles
14 Feb 2026, 20:00:47

ive really enjoyed my 2 audi q2s and still looking for a match .

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Lexus ES

The Lexus ES delivers a supremely comfortable, quietly luxurious experience that favors serene cruising over sporting theatrics. It wraps everyday practicality, top-notch build quality and unimpeachable reliability in a handsome, grown-up package that will appeal to buyers who prize calm refinement over headline-grabbing excitement.

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4.7 (2 Reviews)
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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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Lexus ES

Costs and Consumption
Price
24,900 - 43,600 £
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
127 - 183 g/km
co2
115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,610 kg
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Trunk capacity
355 - 405 L
Trunk capacity
454 L
Length
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Length
4,975 mm
Width
1,794 - 1,802 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
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Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 510 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 300 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 221 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Audi
Brand
Lexus
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q2 have?

The Audi Q2 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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