Audi Q2 vs KGM Rexton

The Audi Q2 starts from $49,400 before on-road costs, while the KGM Rexton opens at $50,000. That makes the Audi Q2 the more affordable entry point by $600.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $54,340 and $55,000 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Audi Q2 by roughly $3,705 in fuel alone.

Both the Audi Q2 and KGM Rexton hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Audi Q2 packs more ADAS features with 7 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the KGM Rexton.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the Audi Q2 and 6 in the KGM Rexton.

The Audi Q2 features a 8.8-inch touchscreen, while the KGM Rexton gets a 12.3-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Audi Q2 stands out with Apple CarPlay that you will not find on the KGM Rexton. The KGM Rexton counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Audi Q2 uses a Petrol producing 110kW and 250Nm of torque, sent through a s tronic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.8 seconds.

The KGM Rexton responds with a Turbo DDi Diesel making 149kW and 441Nm, paired to a 8-speed automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 11.5 seconds.

The KGM Rexton has the clear power advantage at 149kW vs 110kW. In the real-world sprint, the Audi Q2 is 2.7s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Audi Q2 measures 4,208mm long on a 2,601mm wheelbase, 642mm shorter than the KGM Rexton at 4,850mm (2,865mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the KGM Rexton generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 356L in the Audi Q2 and 236L in the KGM Rexton, giving the Audi Q2 a 120L advantage. The KGM Rexton seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the KGM Rexton leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 1,200kg. That 2,300kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,739/year for the Audi Q2 and $2,480/year for the KGM Rexton. That is a $741 annual difference in favour of the Audi Q2.

Estimated annual total: $1,739 (Audi Q2) vs $2,480 (KGM Rexton). The Audi Q2 saves you roughly $741 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years (Audi Q2) vs 7 years (KGM Rexton). The KGM Rexton has longer coverage.