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Audi Q2 vs VW Polo - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (300 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (24900 £ vs 17300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q2 or VW Polo?

Audi Q2

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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VW Polo

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Q2

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 17300 £ , while the Audi Q2 costs 24900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7599 £.

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.

Polo

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.

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.

Q2

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.

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 wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q2 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.

Audi Q2
VW Polo

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from about £24,900
Q2

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

Audi Q2

4.7 (3 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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VW Polo

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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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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Audi Q2
VW Polo

Costs and Consumption

Price
24900 - 43600 £
Price
17300 - 30800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 8.1 L
Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
127 - 183 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1330 - 1610 kg
Curb weight
1143 - 1378 kg
Trunk capacity
355 - 405 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1794 - 1802 mm
Width
1751 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
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
-
Max Speed
-
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
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q2 have?

The Audi Q2 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.