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Audi Q2 vs Mercedes A-Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (24900 £ vs 32300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q2 or Mercedes A-Class?

Audi Q2

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Mercedes A-Class

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Q2

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Audi Q2 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24900 £, while the Mercedes A-Class costs 32300 £. That’s a price difference of around 7405 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Audi Q2 with 4.80 L. The difference is about 2.50 L per 100 km.

A-Class

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 Mercedes A-Class has a barely noticeable edge – offering 320 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes A-Class is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.70 s, while the Audi Q2 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes A-Class pulls to a small extent stronger with 450 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm difference.

Q2

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Audi Q2 is barely noticeable lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1440 kg. The difference is around 110 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q2 offers a bit more room – 405 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q2 hardly perceptible takes the win – 510 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes A-Class proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes A-Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £32,300
A-Class

Mercedes A-Class

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 8.3 L
  • Electric Range : 85 km
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Mercedes A-Class

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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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Mercedes A-Class

The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24900 - 43600 £
Price
32300 - 55600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 8.1 L
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
85 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
co2
127 - 183 g/km
co2
53 - 188 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1610 kg
Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
Trunk capacity
355 - 405 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Length
-
Length
4428 - 4447 mm
Width
1794 - 1802 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
-
Height
1407 - 1423 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
Payload
450 - 510 kg
Payload
475 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 300 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 221 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz

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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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