14-02-2018:
Report of 2017 Audi Q2 1.4 TFSI S line misting up its front and rear screens in cold, damp weather. Audi dealer told owner she must leave the a/c on for 7 minutes to dry out the air inside the car to clear it. Owner finds this impractical. Suggest probably moisture inside the car possibly via a door seal or because the bulkhead vent well drains have become blocked or the pollen filter cover is perforated.
10-10-2018:
Report of clutch of 2017 Audi Q2 1.0 TFSI manual failing at 16 months old. Dealer is now claiming it's and due to elderly owners driving style. Quoting a new fly wheel, clutch friction plate and pressure plate at £2,210.56.
16-12-2018:
Report of Audi Q2 developing severe brake judder at 10 months old and 2300 miles. Audi service manager suggested owner was not using the car enough. The car was checked and rear brake discs were found to be misaligned. The rear discs were replaced but the judder persisted so the front discs and all 4 sets of pads were also changed and the problem was resolved. Owner told brake parts were not covered by the warranty as a wearing part. But eventually Audi offered full payment as a goodwill gesture, but made the owner sign a warranty form when he collected the car.
09-10-2019:
Report of screenwashers failing front and rear on 2018 Audi Q2 because the wrong screenwash fluid had been used and sludge had blocked the washer pump. Audi dealer wanted £480 to clean out / replace the washer reservoir and replace the pump, but owner contended there had been no warning not to use generic washer fluid, so Audi dealer waived the fee.
01-03-2020:
Report of very occasional but very loud squealing sound from brakes of 2018/68 Audi Q2 1.5TFSI s-tronic when braking in reverse.
10-06-2020:
Report of cr acked rear light lens caused by pothole or loose stone.
March 2016
Audi Q2 launched
Five different engines for UK. 1.0-litre three-cylinder TFSI, 1.4 litre four cylinder TFSI (2.0 litre TFSI from 2017); 1.6 and 2.0 litre TDI with outputs of 116PS and 150PS. Six-speed manual transmission or 7-speed S tronic. Quattro standard with 2.0 TFSI and optional with 150PS TDI.
4,190mm long x 1,790mm wide x 1,510mm high on a 2,600mm wheelbase with short overhangs.
Load area of 405 to 1050 litres. Optional power tailgate and a three-way split rear bench backrest with cargo through-loading.
The Q2 is comes with a standard MMI screen that is positioned high on the instrument panel. The infotainment system can be operated by a rotary/push-button control and two buttons on the centre tunnel. When MMI navigation plus with MMI touch is ordered, the user also gets a touchpad on the central control element. In addition, the system can be conveniently controlled by natural language operation and the integrated MMI search.
Many equipment packages, exterior colours and expressive colours for interior trim and seat upholstery allow plenty of creative space for personal configuration. One option is the LED lighting package, in which the interior is staged in a particularly attractive way with illuminated trim elements. Newly designed 17-inch alloy wheels are fitted as standard, and can be optionally increased to 19 inches upon request.
June 2016
Audi announced prices for Q2
The Q2 in the UK comes with an initial choice of two four-cylinder engines - the 1.6 TDI with 115PS and the Cylinder-on-Demand 1.4 TFSI with 150PS. A three-cylinder 1.0 TFSI with 115PS and a four-cylinder 2.0 TDI with 150PS are available from later in 2016.
As an alternative to the six-speed manual transmission, Audi will also offer the S tronic dual wet clutch transmission with seven speeds for all engines bar the 1.0 TFSI (standard for the 2.0 TDI). From mid-2017 a 2.0 TFSI petrol engine allied exclusively to quattro all-wheel-drive and S tronic transmission is introduced, and it is possible to combine the 150PS TDI and TFSI engines with quattro drive.
An exclusive Q2 design feature is the contrasting blade on the C-pillars. On SE it is finished in Manhattan grey, in Ice silver on Sport and matt Titanium grey for S line models. All of these colours are optionally interchangeable and Ibis white is also separately available.
Model
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Specification
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Transmission
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OTR pricing
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Q2 1.0 TFSI (115PS)
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SE
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6-speed manual
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£20,230
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Q2 1.0 TFSI (115PS)
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Sport
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6-speed manual
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£21,780
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Q2 1.4 TFSI CoD (150PS)
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SE
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6-speed manual
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£22,380
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7-speed S tronic
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£23,930
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Q2 1.4 TFSI CoD (150PS)
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Sport
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6-speed manual
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£23,930
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7-speed S tronic
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£25,480
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Q2 1.4 TFSI CoD (150PS)
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S line
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6-speed manual
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£26,180
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7-speed S tronic
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£27,730
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Q2 1.6 TDI (115PS)
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SE
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6-speed manual
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£22,480
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7-speed S tronic
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£24,030
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Q2 1.6 TDI (115PS)
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Sport
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6-speed manual
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£24,030
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7-speed S tronic
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£25,580
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Q2 1.6 TDI (115PS)
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S line
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6-speed manual
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£26,280
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7-speed S tronic
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£27,830
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Q2 2.0 TDI (150PS)
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Sport
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7-speed S tronic
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£26,930
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Q2 2.0 TDI (150PS)
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S line
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7-speed S tronic
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£29,180
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Q2 2.0 TDI quattro (150PS)
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Sport
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7-speed S tronic
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£28,360
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Q2 2.0 TDI quattro (150PS)
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S line
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7-speed S tronic
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£30,610
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August 2016
Audi Q2 went on sale
Includes the range-topping Edition #1 model separately available to order from September 2016, priced from £31,170 (TBC). Q2 1.0 TFSI not available until 2017.
Edition #1 available to order in conjunction with 1.4 TFSI and 2.0 TDI engines. Comes with unique Quantum grey paint, LED lights, Amaretto brown interior highlights, illuminated inlays, contrasting Manhattan grey lower body parts, Audi virtual cockpit, Audi Phone Box wireless charging, Bang & Olufsen sound system and a head-up display optionally available, adaptive cruise control with Stop&Go and Traffic Jam Assist, Audi Active Lane Assist, cross-traffic assist rear and emergency assist.
The Q2 is available with a variety of transmissions depending on the engine installed: a six-speed manual transmission and two versions of a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. The manual transmission is standard with the 1.0 TFSI, the 1.4 TFSI with COD, the 1.6 TDI and the 2.0 TDI with 110 kW (150 hp). It features short, precise shifting, and a magnesium case reduces its weight. The seven-speed S tronic is also available for these engines; the top TDI and the 2.0 TFSI have it as standard equipment. With all transmissions, the close-ratio lower gears provide for powerful acceleration. The wide ratio of each transmission’s highest gear reduces engine speed and with it fuel consumption.
Two versions of the seven-speed S tronic are used. Engines with up to 85 kW (116 hp) are paired with the DQ200 7 speed S tronic that weighs just 70 kilograms (154.3 lb). Its two clutches run dry. The top engines with torque ratings of 320 Nm (236.0 lb-ft) and above are paired with a newly developed DQ500 S tronic in which the clutches run in an oil bath. The fluid and filter of this transmission need replacing every 4 years.
The seven gears of the new dual-clutch transmission allow a wide spread of 8.7. The changes in engine speed between gears remain relatively small, allowing the engine to always run close its ideal operating point.
Specification
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Engine
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Transmission
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OTR pricing
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Edition #1
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1.4 TFSI CoD 150PS
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6-speed manual
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£31,170
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1.4 TFSI CoD 150PS
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7-speed S tronic
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£32,720
|
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2.0 TDI
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7-speed S tronic
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TBC
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2.0 TDI quattro
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7-speed S tronic
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£35,730
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August 2017
Q2 with 2.0 TFSI quattro launched
Offered as an alternative to the 150PS 2.0 TDI quattro model which was introduced late 2016, the Q2 2.0 TFSI quattro 190PS S tronic is now available in S line and Edition #1 specification.
The new 2.0 TFSI produces the highest power output currently available in a Q2, facilitating acceleration to 62mph from rest in 6.5 seconds - the fastest sprint time in the range. Top speed also reaches an impressive 141mph.
September 2018
Audi SQ2 revealed
Powered by a 2.0 TFSI engine with 300PS, the SQ2 has S sports suspension and quattro all-wheel-drive which enables 0 to 62mph acceleration in 4.8 seconds and a top speed of 155mph. Seven-speed wet clutch DQ500 S tronic gearbox is standard.
With a more dynamic setup than the system on which it is based, the S sports suspension lowers the body by 20 millimetres. The power assistance of the standard progressive steering has an S-specific characteristic. Its rack is specially geared so that the boost ratio changes the further the wheel is turned – the greater the steering angle, the more direct the ratio. This improves agility when manoeuvring, in urban traffic and in tight bends.
Eight upright double bars divide the large, octagonal Singleframe grille. A front splitter joins the outermost edges of the two dominating air inlets to underscore the full width of the SQ2 front end. The standard LED headlights and LED rear lights with dynamic indicators radiate a characteristic, arrow-shaped light signature.
The standard Audi drive select dynamic handling system lets the driver choose between the profiles auto, comfort, dynamic, efficiency and individual. It uses these profiles to manage the character of the steering, the seven-speed S tronic and additional systems. A button allows the driver to set the Electronic Stabilisation Control (ESC) to off-road mode or turn it off entirely. Hold assist is available as an option.
The range of wheels available from Audi and Audi Sport offers a choice of ten designs and sizes. 18-inch alloy wheels with size 235/45 tyres are standard; 19-inch wheels with size 235/40 tyres are available as an option The large brakes measure 340 millimetres in diameter up front and 310 millimetres in the rear. They are particularly durable, and their calipers – optionally painted red rather than black – have S badges.
February 2019
Audi announces new Black Edition models
Black Edition specification brings larger 19-inch or 20-inch (depending on model) alloy wheels in gloss black, a black styling pack adding a Matt Titanium Black or Gloss Titanium Black finish to components such as the Single Frame grille surround, air inlets, rear diffuser and door mirror housings, plus darkened rear privacy glass. Inside, decorative inlays receive the same darkening treatment and the addition of a flat-bottomed multi-function steering wheel emphasises the more sporting slant.
The Audi Q2 Black Edition starts at £29,895.
September 2020
Updated Audi Q2 priced from £23,500
Features revised styling and revised trim levels. Full UK pricing and specifications to be confirmed.
November 2020
Updated Audi SQ2 revealed
Sporty Audi SQ2 updated with same 300PS 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine producing 400Nm of torque. The turbocharged four-cylinder accelerates from 0 to 62mph in 4.9 seconds, a top speed of 155mph, while officially returning 34.0 MPG and CO2 emissions from 188g/km.
The styling has been updated with a revised grille and air intakes. LED headlights are standard for SQ2 and SQ2 Black Edition models, while the new SQ2 Vorsprung takes a step up to Matrix LED units.
The latest generation SQ2 can be specified in a choice of seven colours, and its C-pillar is offered in two contrasting shades – the standard platinum grey or brilliant black – or alternatively in the chosen body colour. Upgrading to the SQ2 Black Edition adds gloss titanium black detailing for the the Singleframe surround, the strips on the air inlet grille and the rear diffuser, and a matt titanium black finish for the radiator grille, the underbody protection, the air inlet surrounds and the rear diffuser. The exhaust tailpipes are also trimmed in black chrome and the exterior mirror housings and C-pillar blades in solid Brilliant black.
Inside, you'll find front sport seats upholstered in a black leather and Alcantara mix in the SQ2 and SQ2 Black Edition or in full Fine Nappa leather in the SQ2 Vorsprung. Electrically adjustable lumbar support is now standard.
Standard kit across the SQ2 range also includes a rear-view camera to complement the rear parking sensors, which are now also joined by front sensors for enhanced perimeter monitoring. Audi's pre sense front is also standard, using radar to observe the area in front of the car in order to avoid accidents or reduce their severity.
On-board infotainment technology is also significantly enhanced across the board, not only by the addition of the fully digital virtual cockpit with its 12.3-inch binnacle display but also by MMI navigation plus with its 8.3-inch monitor controllable via rotary pushbutton or natural language voice control. As before, the Audi smartphone interface also features as standard to enable key apps from a handset to be displayed and controlled by the MMI system.
As elsewhere in the Audi range, Vorsprung specification offers the ultimate pre-defined equipment package for the SQ2. Taking the Black Edition model as its basis, but marked out externally by its exclusive alloy wheels and Matrix LED lighting, the top tier SQ2 is further enhanced by features such as front seat heating for the upgraded Fine Nappa leather sport seats, a panoramic sunroof, Bang & Olufsen audio and the Audi phone box enabling wireless charging and connection of smartphones to the vehicle’s aerial.
Its driver assistance capability also increases considerably thanks to the inclusion of systems such as park assist for automatic 'hands-free'steering into and out of parking spaces, Audi side assist blindspot monitoring, the cross traffic assist reversing aid and adaptive cruise assist, the latter making its SQ2 debut as part of the model update. Adaptive cruise assist enables the driver to let the system largely take over the tasks of accelerating, decelerating and steering within a lane with the help of its frontal camera and sophisticated sensors. In order to maintain automatic lateral guidance, the driver need only gently touch the steering wheel, which is part of the system, to prove that they are paying attention.