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Audi Q2 vs VW Polo – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Audi Q2 or VW Polo fits your lifestyle better.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Q2 @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Polo has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17000 £, while the Audi Q2 costs 24900 £. That’s a price difference of around 7856 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q2 manages with 4.80 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the VW Polo with 5.10 L. The difference is about 0.30 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 evident edge – offering 300 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 93 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q2 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the VW Polo takes 6.50 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Audi Q2 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 250 km/h, while the VW Polo tops out at 240 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi Q2 pulls to a small extent stronger with 400 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW Polo is to a small extent lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1330 kg. The difference is around 187 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q2 offers somewhat more room – 405 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 54 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Polo performs slight better – up to 1125 L, which is about 75 L more than the Audi Q2.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q2 somewhat takes the win – 510 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 53 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
Q2 @ Audi AG

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
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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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VW Polo

The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
24900 - 43600 £
Price
17000 - 30400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 8.1 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
127 - 183 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 55 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1330 - 1610 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1378 kg
Trunk capacity
355 - 405 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4208 - 4216 mm
Length
4074 mm
Width
1794 - 1802 mm
Width
1751 mm
Height
1495 - 1508 mm
Height
1431 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1000 - 1050 L
Max trunk capacity
1125 L
Payload
450 - 510 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 300 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 10.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
197 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
171 - 240 km/h
Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 221 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Audi
Brand
VW

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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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