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Mercedes EQA vs Audi Q2 comparison

Compare performance (228 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 24,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQA or Audi Q2?

Mercedes EQA vs Audi Q2: Key differences

Mercedes EQA

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Audi Q2

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi Q2 is considerably cheaper – starting at 24,900 £ , while the Mercedes EQA costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,017 £.

Q2

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q2 offers clearly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 228 HP. That’s roughly 72 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q2 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Mercedes EQA takes 7.7 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q2 delivers very slightly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

EQA

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 terms of curb weight, Audi Q2 is significantly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 2,115 kg. The difference is around 785 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q2 offers moderately more boot space – 405 L compared to 340 L. That’s a difference of about 65 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q2 carries moderately more – 510 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q2 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £24,900
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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/100km
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Mercedes EQA

The Mercedes EQA slips into the electric crossover ranks with the brand’s familiar luxury polish, offering a quiet, fuss-free drive that feels perfectly at home in the city or on a country escape. Inside it’s neatly finished and tech-forward, projecting grown-up refinement even if it plays things a bit safe for anyone chasing outright excitement.

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

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Costs and Consumption
Price
45,900 - 54,900 £
Price
24,900 - 43,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
476 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
127 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,115 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,610 kg
Trunk capacity
340 L
Trunk capacity
355 - 405 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,834 mm
Width
1,794 - 1,802 mm
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
425 kg
Payload
450 - 510 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
228 HP
Power HP
116 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
390 Nm
Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
168 kW
Power kW
85 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Audi
Is the Mercedes EQA offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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