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Audi Q2 vs VW ID.3 comparison

Compare performance (300 HP vs 326 HP), boot space and price (24,900 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q2 or VW ID.3?

Audi Q2 vs VW ID.3: Key differences

Audi Q2

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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VW ID.3

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • barely more power
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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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Audi Q2 is a bit cheaper – starting at 24,900 £ , while the VW ID.3 costs 28,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,711 £.

ID.3

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the VW ID.3 offers barely more power – delivering 326 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 26 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q2 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the VW ID.3 takes 5.7 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.3 delivers visibly more torque with 545 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 145 Nm more.

Q2

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 terms of curb weight, Audi Q2 is clearly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 1,787 kg. The difference is around 457 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q2 offers marginally more boot space – 405 L compared to 385 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q2 carries very slightly more – 510 kg compared to 473 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.3 holds a decisive overall lead 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 £28,600
ID.3

VW ID.3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 326 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.5 - 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 383 - 605 km
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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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Reviews Audi Q2

4.7 (4 Reviews)
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miles
14 Feb 2026, 20:00:47

ive really enjoyed my 2 audi q2s and still looking for a match .

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VW ID.3

The VW ID.3 is a crisply styled electric hatch that masks serious practicality behind a friendly, modern face, making city runs and longer trips pleasantly fuss free. For buyers seeking a sensible, well-equipped EV that doesn't take itself too seriously, the ID.3 strikes a neat balance of comfort, tech and everyday usability with a cheeky smile.

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Reviews VW ID.3

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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Mr C Blagdon
14 Jan 2026, 12:07:54

Great all rounder, surprisingly spacious cabin. Rapid and refined. Not quiet enough space in the boot for a bike, could use more ground clearance.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24,900 - 43,600 £
Price
28,600 - 49,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
383 - 605 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
co2
127 - 183 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
5
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,610 kg
Curb weight
1,787 - 1,993 kg
Trunk capacity
355 - 405 L
Trunk capacity
385 L
Length
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Length
4,264 mm
Width
1,794 - 1,802 mm
Width
1,809 mm
Height
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Height
1,564 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,267 L
Payload
450 - 510 kg
Payload
437 - 473 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
Power HP
116 - 300 HP
Power HP
170 - 326 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Torque
310 - 545 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 221 kW
Power kW
125 - 240 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW
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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