Audi Q2 vs Kia EV5

The Audi Q2 starts from $49,400 before on-road costs, while the Kia EV5 opens at $49,770. That makes the Audi Q2 the more affordable entry point by $370.

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 $54,747 respectively.

The Kia EV5 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Audi Q2, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the Audi Q2 and Kia EV5 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 Kia EV5.

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 7 in the Kia EV5.

The Audi Q2 features a 8.8-inch touchscreen, while the Kia EV5 gets a 12.3-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Audi Q2 stands out with Apple CarPlay and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Kia EV5. The Kia EV5 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and wireless charging. 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 Kia EV5 counters with its electric setup making 160kW and 310Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.2 seconds.

The Kia EV5 has the clear power advantage at 160kW vs 110kW. In the real-world sprint, the Kia EV5 is 1.6s 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, 407mm shorter than the Kia EV5 at 4,615mm (2,750mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Kia EV5 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 356L in the Audi Q2 and 460L in the Kia EV5, giving the Kia EV5 a 104L advantage.

For towing, the Kia EV5 leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,200kg. That 300kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years (Audi Q2) vs 7 years (Kia EV5). The Kia EV5 has longer coverage.