Compare performance (300 HP vs 333 HP), boot space and price (24900 £ vs 25200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q2 or VW Golf?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Audi Q2 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24900 £ , while the VW Golf costs 25200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 338 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Golf manages with 1.10 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Audi Q2 with 4.80 L. The difference is about 3.70 L per 100 km.
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 VW Golf has a minimal edge – offering 333 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 33 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Audi Q2 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf pulls minimal stronger with 420 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 20 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, VW Golf is slight lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1330 kg. The difference is around 23 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi Q2 offers slight more room – 405 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 24 L.
When it comes to payload, Audi Q2 minimal takes the win – 510 kg compared to 508 kg. That’s a difference of about 2 kg.
The VW Golf 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 VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
24900 - 43600 £
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Price
25200 - 47600 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 8.1 L
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
131 - 143 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
127 - 183 g/km
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co2
25 - 184 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1330 - 1610 kg
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Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
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Trunk capacity
355 - 405 L
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Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
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Length
-
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Length
4282 - 4296 mm
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Width
1794 - 1802 mm
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Width
1789 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1454 - 1483 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
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Payload
450 - 510 kg
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Payload
438 - 508 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 300 HP
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Power HP
116 - 333 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 10.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
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Torque
200 - 400 Nm
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Torque
220 - 420 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
85 - 221 kW
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Power kW
85 - 245 kW
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Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
VW
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The Audi Q2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.