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Audi Q2 vs Vauxhall Frontera comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 145 HP), boot space and price (24,900 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q2 or Vauxhall Frontera?

Audi Q2 vs Vauxhall Frontera: Key differences

Audi Q2

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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Vauxhall Frontera

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • 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 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.

Vauxhall Frontera is somewhat cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Audi Q2 costs 24,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,123 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q2 uses 4.8 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Vauxhall Frontera with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.4 L/100km.

Frontera

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 offers significantly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 155 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q2 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Vauxhall Frontera takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q2 delivers significantly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm more.

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.

Seats: Vauxhall Frontera offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Audi Q2 is barely lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,394 kg. The difference is around 64 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Frontera offers moderately more boot space – 460 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Frontera carries somewhat more – 570 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q2 is clearly superior overall 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

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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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Vauxhall Frontera

The Opel Frontera wears its rugged, go-anywhere intentions proudly, serving up a simple, no-nonsense package that feels as comfortable off the beaten track as it does at the supermarket. It won’t set hearts racing with glamour, but its honest practicality and rugged charm make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over style.

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Reviews Vauxhall Frontera

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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Wolfgang
6 May 2026, 04:24:52

I just like the Opel better (maybe only because I'm very disappointed in VW and therefore also in its subsidiaries).

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Gilbert
14 Apr 2026, 08:19:17

I bought the Opel Frontera GS 145PS after also testing the VW T‑Roc; so far I've driven about 5,800 km in it.

My purchase decision was based on the following criteria:
- modern design that stands out from the crowd
- low fuel consumption
- very good seats and plenty of space front and rear
- large, practical boot
- good performance characteristics
- very easy to get into
- simple controls, partly with physical buttons
- clear, well‑laid‑out cockpit

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H. P.
19 Dec 2025, 13:27:19

Opel has clearly skimped here. Misaligned panel gaps, no position/parking light, patchy workmanship and ill‑fitting parts — for example the partition between the passenger footwell and the engine bay — the owner's manual is inadequate and at times reads like a fairy tale; many of the functions it describes are nowhere to be found. They simply don't exist. And the claimed fuel consumption? Even with normal driving — that is, without acceleration orgies — it's unattainable.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,900 - 43,600 £
Price
20,700 - 30,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
308 - 408 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
127 - 183 g/km
co2
0 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
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Curb weight
1,330 - 1,610 kg
Curb weight
1,394 - 1,610 kg
Trunk capacity
355 - 405 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,794 - 1,802 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 510 kg
Payload
436 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 300 HP
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 14.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
85 - 221 kW
Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

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