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Audi Q2 vs Skoda Karoq comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (24,900 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q2 or Skoda Karoq?

Audi Q2 vs Skoda Karoq: Key differences

Audi Q2

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • barely more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
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Skoda Karoq

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi Q2 is a bit cheaper – starting at 24,900 £ , while the Skoda Karoq costs 29,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,225 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q2 uses 4.8 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Skoda Karoq with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

Karoq

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 Audi Q2 offers clearly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 110 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q2 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Skoda Karoq takes 7 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q2 delivers only slightly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 40 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi Q2 is only slightly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,380 kg. The difference is around 50 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Karoq offers clearly more boot space – 521 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 116 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Karoq carries only slightly more – 549 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 39 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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ive really enjoyed my 2 audi q2s and still looking for a match .

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Skoda Karoq

Skoda Karoq is a smartly packaged compact SUV that balances practical family-friendly space with composed handling, making daily drives feel easy and assured. Its straightforward design, roomy cabin with clever storage solutions, and sensible equipment make it a strong choice for buyers seeking value and versatility without fuss.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,900 - 43,600 £
Price
29,100 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 7.6 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
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
127 - 183 g/km
co2
128 - 173 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
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,610 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,655 kg
Trunk capacity
355 - 405 L
Trunk capacity
521 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,794 - 1,802 mm
Width
1,841 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
450 - 510 kg
Payload
456 - 549 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, 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
115 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 - 11.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Torque
200 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 221 kW
Power kW
85 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

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