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Audi Q2 vs Porsche Cayenne comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 1,156 HP), boot space and price (24,900 £ vs 90,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q2 or Porsche Cayenne?

Audi Q2 vs Porsche Cayenne: Key differences

Audi Q2

4.4 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Porsche Cayenne

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  • considerably more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Audi Q2 is clearly cheaper – starting at 24,900 £ , while the Porsche Cayenne costs 90,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 65,314 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Porsche Cayenne uses 4 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Audi Q2 with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Cayenne

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Cayenne offers considerably more power – delivering 1,156 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 856 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.5 s, while the Audi Q2 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Cayenne delivers clearly more torque with 1,500 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 1,100 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Audi Q2 is clearly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 2,130 kg. The difference is around 800 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers significantly more boot space – 781 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 376 L.

When it comes to payload, the Porsche Cayenne carries clearly more – 705 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Cayenne stands well ahead of its rival 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.

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Cayenne

Porsche Cayenne

  • Engine Type Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 353 - 1,156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4 - 11 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 74 - 668 km
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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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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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14 Feb 2026, 20:00:47

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

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Porsche Cayenne

Few SUVs blend athletic poise and Teutonic precision like the Porsche Cayenne, putting genuine sports‑car feeling into a roomy, everyday package. If you want a practical family hauler that still makes you grin every time you merge, the Cayenne delivers — turning errands into an excuse for a spirited drive.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,900 - 43,600 £
Price
90,200 - 144,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4 - 11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
74 - 668 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
127 - 183 g/km
co2
0 - 249 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,610 kg
Curb weight
2,130 - 2,725 kg
Trunk capacity
355 - 405 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,794 - 1,802 mm
Width
1,980 - 1,983 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
450 - 510 kg
Payload
525 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 300 HP
Power HP
353 - 1,156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Torque
500 - 1,500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
85 - 221 kW
Power kW
260 - 850 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
2,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Porsche
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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