Audi Prepares the Q2 e-tron as a Full Electric Replacement for the Q2 in Europe
Audi is preparing a new entry point into its electric lineup: the Q2 e-tron, a compact electric crossover built on the MEB+ platform and designed to replace the petrol-powered Q2 in Europe. The model is expected to combine bold design, improved interior space, faster charging, and a thoroughly modern digital cabin — all aimed squarely at premium compact EV rivals.
Rather than simply electrifying an existing product, Audi appears to be redefining what its smallest e-tron should be.
A Spiritual Successor to the A2
With the Q2 e-tron, Audi seems intent on reconnecting with customers who once appreciated the original A2: compact, clever, and unapologetically different. In that sense, the Q2 e-tron could become the brand’s new “smart small Audi” — practical, distinctive, and engineered specifically for electric mobility.
Positioned as the most affordable Audi e-tron, it will serve as the gateway to the brand’s electric portfolio while maintaining a clear premium identity.
MEB+ Platform: More Than an Evolution
The upcoming Q2 e-tron is expected to ride on Volkswagen Group’s MEB+ architecture, a heavily revised version of the original MEB platform. Compared to earlier EVs from the group, MEB+ promises:
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A stiffer body structure
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Improved energy efficiency
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Significantly faster DC charging
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Better packaging for interior space
This platform upgrade is crucial, as it allows Audi to address past criticisms of charging speed and perceived interior quality while keeping costs under control.
Exterior Design: Compact, Expressive, and Playful
Design will play a central role in differentiating the Q2 e-tron. Early indications suggest a silhouette closer to a “raised hatchback” rather than a traditional SUV, with:
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Short overhangs
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Strong, expressive lighting signatures
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A closed-off front grille typical of EVs
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More playful details and proportions
Several styling cues are expected to reference the Audi A2, giving the Q2 e-tron a distinctive identity within the e-tron family rather than a scaled-down Q4.
Interior: Digital, Sustainable, and Spacious
Inside, the Q2 e-tron is expected to feature a fully digital cockpit, combining a compact instrument cluster with a central MMI touchscreen. Audi is also planning:
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A new AI-enhanced voice assistant
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Level 2 driver assistance systems
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Expanded use of sustainable interior materials
Thanks to the flat EV floor, interior space should exceed expectations for the segment, with rear legroom and cargo capacity approaching that of larger compact SUVs — a traditional EV advantage Audi intends to exploit.
Powertrain and Range Expectations
While final specifications have yet to be confirmed, early projections suggest:
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Base version:
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Front-wheel drive
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Around 201 hp
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Battery capacity of approximately 63 kWh
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Estimated range of ~400 km (WLTP)
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Higher trims:
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More powerful motors
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Larger battery options
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Possible quattro all-wheel drive
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Fast charging will be a key selling point, with MEB+ enabling notably higher peak charging rates than earlier compact EVs from the Volkswagen Group.
udi is developing the Q2 e-tron as its smallest and most affordable electric crossover for Europe. Built on the new MEB+ platform, the model will replace the petrol Q2 with a more spacious interior, faster charging, a bold design inspired by the A2, and advanced driver assistance. The Q2 e-tron represents a key step in Audi’s strategy to bring premium electric mobility to the compact segment.
