Design

Starting outside, you’ll notice the lower set singleframe grille, with three slots at the top that are a subtle nod to the original rally-winning quattro. The grille also features a polygon design motif that is echoed on the rear diffuser. Front air intakes are bigger and more angular, there are new bumpers front and rear and the C pillar is finished in contrasting colours depending on the model. Inside, there are front sports seats, 60:40 split folding rear seats and 405 litres of boot space. Customers have a wide choice of trim packages, all with Audi’s acclaimed design refinement and material quality as standard.

Features

From launch in the UK the Q2 will be available with the 150PS 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, delivering 52-55mpg and producing 124–116 g/km CO2. Acceleration from 0-62mph takes 8.6 seconds, and to save fuel under low load the engine can deactivate two cylinders. This powertrain, badged 35 TFSI, will be available with both a six-speed manual and 7-speed S tronic transmission driving the front wheels. All-wheel drive quattro transmission and more powertrains will become available in 2021.

Performance & Technology

All models feature the 12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit digital driver’s display plus an 8.3-inch infotainment screen. MMI Navigation Plus comes with MMI Touch, DAB radio, 3D mapping and live traffic updates. There’s a Wi-Fi hotspot for up to eight mobile devices via embedded SIM (on subscription). The MyAudi app allows you to check up on your Q2 remotely via your smartphone, including car finder, current fuel and oil level and whether the doors and windows are closed. LED headlights are standard, although the Vorsprung specification upgrades to Matrix LED lights with dynamic indicators and cornering lights.

Safety

All Q2 models come with Audi pre-sense front, which uses sensors to detect vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians in front of the car, initiating emergency braking if necessary. Rear parking sensors and hill-hold assist are also standard. Options include Matrix headlights with dynamic cornering light, active lane assist, side assist, traffic jam assist and cross-traffic assist rear (all standard on the flagship Vorsprung model).