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Audi Q2 vs Volvo EX30 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (24900 £ vs 33000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q2 or Volvo EX30?

Audi Q2

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Volvo EX30

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Q2 @ Audi AG

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 Volvo EX30 costs 33000 £. That’s a price difference of around 8134 £.

EX30 @ Volvo Cars

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 Volvo EX30 has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 428 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 128 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Audi Q2 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi Q2 performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Volvo EX30 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX30 pulls noticeable stronger with 543 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 143 Nm difference.

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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.

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In curb weight, Audi Q2 is evident lighter – 1330 kg compared to 1840 kg. The difference is around 510 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q2 offers evident more room – 405 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 87 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi Q2 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1050 L, which is about 50 L more than the Volvo EX30.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q2 evident takes the win – 510 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo EX30 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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 £33,000
EX30 @ Volvo Cars

Volvo EX30

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 339 - 476 km
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Audi Q2

4.5 (2 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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Volvo EX30

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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The Volvo EX30 arrives as a compact electric with crisp Scandinavian design and a cheeky personality, proving you can be serious about safety and still enjoy a grin on your commute. Its cabin is cleverly packaged and delightfully easy to live with, offering smart tech and practical touches that make it feel like a grown-up's city car with a sense of fun.

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4.5 (2 Reviews)
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4.4 (1 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
24900 - 43600 £
Price
33000 - 49100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 8.1 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.7 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
339 - 476 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
49 - 65 kWh
co2
127 - 183 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1610 kg
Curb weight
1840 - 1960 kg
Trunk capacity
355 - 405 L
Trunk capacity
318 L
Length
4208 - 4216 mm
Length
4233 mm
Width
1794 - 1802 mm
Width
1838 mm
Height
1495 - 1508 mm
Height
1550 - 1567 mm
Max trunk capacity
1000 - 1050 L
Max trunk capacity
1000 L
Payload
450 - 510 kg
Payload
370 - 390 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 300 HP
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
197 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Torque
343 - 543 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 221 kW
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Volvo

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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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