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Audi Q2 vs Subaru Crosstrek – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q2 or Subaru Crosstrek?

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 slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24900 £, while the Subaru Crosstrek costs 29800 £. That’s a price difference of around 4963 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q2 manages with 4.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.70 L. The difference is about 2.90 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q2 has a significantly edge – offering 300 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 164 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 Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.80 s. That’s about 5.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi Q2 performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Subaru Crosstrek tops out at 198 km/h. The difference is around 52 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q2 pulls convincingly stronger with 400 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 218 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Audi Q2 is to a small extent lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1595 kg. The difference is around 265 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q2 offers distinct more room – 405 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Crosstrek performs distinct better – up to 1314 L, which is about 264 L more than the Audi Q2.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q2 slight takes the win – 510 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi Q2 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £24,900
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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

Audi Q2

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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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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
24900 - 43600 £
Price
29800 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 8.1 L
Consumption L/100km
7.70 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
127 - 183 g/km
co2
174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 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
1595 - 1628 kg
Trunk capacity
355 - 405 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
4208 - 4216 mm
Length
4495 mm
Width
1794 - 1802 mm
Width
1800 mm
Height
1495 - 1508 mm
Height
1600 mm
Max trunk capacity
1000 - 1050 L
Max trunk capacity
1297 - 1314 L
Payload
450 - 510 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

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
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 300 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.80 s
Max Speed
197 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
198 km/h
Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
85 - 221 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Audi
Brand
Subaru
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q2 have?

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

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.