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Audi Q2 vs Mazda CX-5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 141 HP), boot space and price (24900 £ vs 30000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q2 or Mazda CX-5?

Audi Q2

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Mazda CX-5

4.9 (20 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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 evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24900 £, while the Mazda CX-5 costs 30000 £. That’s a price difference of around 5143 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q2 manages with 4.80 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L. The difference is about 2.20 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q2 has a convincingly edge – offering 300 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 159 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q2 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 5.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi Q2 performs noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mazda CX-5 tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q2 pulls decisively stronger with 400 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 162 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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In curb weight, Audi Q2 is evident lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 299 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers distinct more room – 583 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 178 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 performs clearly better – up to 2019 L, which is about 969 L more than the Audi Q2.

Who wins the race?

The Audi Q2 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi Q2 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £24,900
Q2 @ Audi AG

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
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Audi Q2

4.5 (2 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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Mazda CX-5

4.9 (20 Reviews)
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The Mazda CX-5 blends elegant, athletic styling with a surprisingly engaging driving character, turning routine trips into small, satisfying adventures. Inside it feels thoughtfully built and comfortable, offering sensible practicality and a premium feel that punches above its price.

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4.5 (2 Reviews)
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4.9 (20 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
24900 - 43600 £
Price
30000 - 39500 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 8.1 L
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
127 - 183 g/km
co2
157 - 168 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1610 kg
Curb weight
1629 - 1671 kg
Trunk capacity
355 - 405 L
Trunk capacity
583 L
Length
4208 - 4216 mm
Length
4690 mm
Width
1794 - 1802 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1495 - 1508 mm
Height
1695 mm
Max trunk capacity
1000 - 1050 L
Max trunk capacity
2019 L
Payload
450 - 510 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 300 HP
Power HP
141 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
197 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
195 km/h
Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Torque
238 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 221 kW
Power kW
104 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
2488 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mazda

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What drivetrain options does the Audi Q2 have?

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

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