Used Audi Q2 for sale: everything you need to know
No manufacturer can be without a small SUV these days, even Audi - and the Q2 is the brand’s offering in a busy class that includes big-selling mainstream models such as the Nissan Juke and Ford Puma. It’s more expensive than cars like that of course, but with a minimal difference in monthly payments, plenty of new buyers were clearly prepared to upgrade.
That’s good news for used buyers too, since there are plenty of Q2s to choose from and savings to be made. If you’ve been considering a small SUV but want something with a bit of prestige, the Q2 could be ideal. Keep reading to find out more about the Q2, its engines, and its trim levels.
Should you buy an Audi Q2?
In purely pragmatic terms, the Audi Q2 doesn’t offer a great deal over mainstream rivals from the likes of Ford, Honda, or Renault. What it does offer, of course, is that Audi badge on the front, and the sense of wellbeing that comes from driving around behind those four rings, in a cabin that’s just a step above the rest in its feel, fit and finish.
The Q2 doesn’t really drop the ball in any area either, so you’re not spending extra to make compromises. It has a spacious and well-constructed cabin, with a slightly less dour design than a lot of Audis, thanks to its circular air vents and fairly sporty layout. The boot’s pretty big for a car of this size too, at more than 400 litres.
It drives well, even with the smallest and least powerful engines. It has a fairly sporty, nimble feel, not dissimilar to the Audi A3 on which it’s based, though don’t be tempted to go for the higher trim levels and their fashionably large wheels and sports suspension, as the Q2’s ride quality is quite badly affected - it can feel quite harsh on poorly-surfaced sections of road. The same applies to the high-performance SQ2, though the S model’s pace is still quite entertaining…
Rivals include everything from conventional hatchbacks like the Audi A3 and VW Golf, to other small SUVs - think the Ford Puma, Nissan Juke, Renault Captur, Honda HR-V, Mazda CX-3, Peugeot 2008, and far more besides. Some feel nearly as upmarket inside and others offer more space, but the Audi’s badge appeal and all-round abilities are hard to ignore.
What’s the best used Audi Q2 model to buy?
The Q2 can be a little expensive to buy new for its modest size, but used prices are a little easier to bear regardless of engine or trim level. Still, as a family car or urban runaround, you don’t need to look much higher than the 1-litre 30 TFSI (or the earlier 1-litre TFSI without the ‘30’ branding), which has a bit of pep and claimed economy in the high-40mpg range. If you regularly fill the car with people and stuff though, the 1.5-litre 35 TFSI may be a better bet, and it’s no less frugal. Sport trim is probably our pick, avoiding the larger wheels that result in quite a stiff ride quality in some models.
Used Audi Q2 fuel economy and performance
- Audi Q2 1.0 TFSI: Later replaced by the 30 TFSI, this 1-litre three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine makes 115PS and has a six-speed manual gearbox as standard. Audi claimed 49.6mpg combined.
- Audi Q2 1.4 TFSI: This early engine was in turn replaced by the 35 TFSI. The 1.4-litre four-cylinder puts out 150PS, introduces a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic as an option, gets from 0-62mph in 8.2 seconds, and gets 51mpg combined.
- Audi Q2 30 TFSI: The current entry-level model is a 110PS 1-litre three-cylinder, with an 11.2-second 0-62mph dash and 47.1mpg average economy.
- Audi Q2 35 TFSI: With a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, you get 150PS, 0-62mph in 8.6 seconds, and 47.9mpg combined thanks to cylinder deactivation technology.
- Audi SQ2 TFSI quattro: The hot S model uses a 2-litre turbocharged petrol engine with 300PS - giving it a 4.9-second 0-62mph time with standard all-wheel drive and a dual-clutch auto gearbox. Economy is up to 34mpg combined.
- Audi Q2 1.6 TDI: The first of two diesel Q2s is a 115PS 1.6-litre, which can get from 0-62mph in 10.3 seconds, and on the older NEDC test procedure, achieved 64.2mpg combined.
- Audi Q2 2.0 TDI: The 2.0 TDI develops 150PS and is auto-only, offering a 7.8-second 0-62mph time and 56mpg economy.
What used Audi Q2 trim levels are available?
- The Audi Q2 SE was where the range started at launch in 2016, replaced by the Technik in 2020. Kit included 16-inch alloy wheels, manual air conditioning and Audi's MMI infotainment system.
- The Audi Q2 Technik took over from the SE and has sensibly-sized 17-inch alloy wheels, among other equipment.
- The Audi Q2 Sport has a slightly more upmarket appearance outside, plus a set of sports seats, and satellite navigation for the MMI infotainment system inside.
- The Audi Q2 S Line is Audi’s sporty version of the Q2, with an exterior styling pack, 18-inch alloys, and a darker colour theme for the interior.
- The Audi Q2 Edition #1 was a launch special edition based on SE trim, but packing 19-inch wheels, LED headlights, S Line body styling, and Nappa leather trim.
- The Audi Q2 Black Edition builds on S Line trim with a black styling theme, including the grille, bumper inserts, window surrounds and door mirrors, with diamond-cut black 19-inch wheels.
- The Audi Q2 Vorsprung is a fully-loaded model with standard matrix LED headlights, dynamic indicators, Nappa leather upholstery, a panoramic sunroof and a Bang & Olufsen sound system.
- The Audi SQ2 is effectively an SQ2 hot hatch, with a 300PS engine, sports body styling, aluminium door mirror caps, and quad exhaust tailpipes at the back.
- The Audi SQ2 Black Edition takes the SQ2 and adds the features from the Black Edition listed further up.
- The Audi SQ2 Vorsprung is a combination of the SQ2’s performance and the extensive equipment list of the regular Vorsprung.
Used Audi Q2 dimensions and boot size
The Audi Q2’s exterior dimensions are:
- Length: 4208mm
- Width: 2009mm (including door mirrors)
- Height: 1508mm
- Ground clearance: 144mm
The Audi Q2’s boot size is:
- 405 litres (SQ2: 355 litres)
- 1050 litres with rear seats folded (Audi SQ2: 1000 litres)
Used Audi Q2 road tax
Most Q2s will set you back £190 per year in tax, as of the 2024/2025 tax year, though models registered prior to 1 April 2017 have a CO2-based tax rate, which means some of the smaller engines and diesels cost as little as £35 per year. Watch out with the SQ2 though, and higher-spec versions in the regular range - if a car costs more than £40,000 brand new, it’s subject to an expensive vehicle tax surcharge, lifting your annual bill to £600.
How much is it to insure an Audi Q2?
Despite the prestigious badge on the front, a Q2 need not necessarily cost a fortune to insure. A Q2 30 TFSI starts in group 14 out of 50, and the same engine in S Line or Black Edition trim is only one group higher. The sporty SQ2 meanwhile can be found in group 33, similar to the Audi S3 Sportback with which the SQ2 shares its drivetrain.
