Compare performance (300 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (24,900 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q2 or Volvo EX30?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 is visibly cheaper – starting at 24,900 £ , while the Volvo EX30 costs 30,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,134 £.
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 Volvo EX30 offers visibly more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 128 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Audi Q2 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX30 delivers noticeably more torque with 543 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 143 Nm more.
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 1,840 kg. The difference is around 510 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Audi Q2 carries visibly more – 510 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.
The Volvo EX30 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.
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.
detailsThe Volvo EX30 is a compact all-electric crossover that mixes Volvo's strong safety focus with clean Scandinavian design for a really city-friendly package. It feels lively and easy to live with, pairing a premium-feeling interior and modern connectivity with a practical footprint for urban driving.
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Price
24,900 - 43,600 £
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Price
30,000 - 47,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 8.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
339 - 475 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
127 - 183 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,330 - 1,610 kg
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Curb weight
1,840 - 1,960 kg
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Trunk capacity
355 - 405 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,794 - 1,802 mm
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Width
1,838 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
450 - 510 kg
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Payload
370 - 390 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 300 HP
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Power HP
150 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 10.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
200 - 400 Nm
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Torque
343 - 543 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 221 kW
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Power kW
110 - 315 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Volvo
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