Audi has committed to introducing an electric SUV in every major market segment, hinting at the forthcoming launch of the Q2 e-tron following the anticipated release of the Q6 e-tron.
During the international unveiling of the Q6 e-tron, which targets the mid-size SUV market, Audi announced that the Q2 e-tron would join the lineup as a city SUV. This addition will complement the existing Q4 e-tron (small SUV) and Q8 e-tron (large SUV), making Audi the only Western brand to offer four electric SUVs across different segments.
Although an all-electric Q2 L e-tron has been available in China, it was not updated with the global facelift introduced in 2021. The new Q2 e-tron, expected to debut before 2027, will be built on existing architecture rather than the upcoming Scalable Systems Platform (SSP).
Audi has confirmed that the Q2 e-tron will differ from other models in its lineup: the Q4 e-tron (MEB platform), Q6 e-tron (Premium Platform Electric, shared with the Porsche Macan), and Q8 e-tron (MLB Evo architecture). The upcoming VW ID.2 electric hatchback’s MEB Entry platform could serve as a suitable foundation for the Q2 e-tron.
The concept ID.2all features a 166kW powertrain and an approximate 450km driving range, though these specifications are not yet finalized for the production model. The Q2 e-tron is expected to offer a notable performance boost over the current Q2 variants, which include the 110kW/250Nm 35 TFSI and the 140kW/320Nm 40 TFSI quattro S line. Additionally, a flagship SQ2 variant delivers 221kW/400Nm.
While the exact launch date for the Q2 e-tron remains uncertain, Audi aims to have its full range of electric SUVs available before 2027. Following the Q6 e-tron’s rollout in early 2025, the all-electric A6 e-tron is expected to be the next release. Consequently, the Q2 e-tron might be revealed next year, with a potential market debut in 2026.
The Q2 e-tron will have no direct competitors from other luxury brands but could rival the Lexus UX300e, priced at $88,190 before on-road costs, featuring a 150kW/300Nm output from a single electric motor.
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