Audi Q2 vs Kia EV9

Price and cost per week

Safety Rundown

ANCAP's published record does not give the Audi Q2 a rating. With no pair of ratings to compare, the active-safety features in the spec table above are the fairer comparison.

Recalls on our record

A recall covers the builds its notice lists, not every car of a model. Check your VIN at vehiclerecalls.gov.au.

Charging times

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to a DC fast charger, estimated from battery size and the car's own maximum charge rates.

Feature Showdown

The Audi Q2 features a 8.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Kia EV9 gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Audi Q2 stands out with Apple CarPlay, Bang & Olufsen audio and ambient lighting — features our data doesn't list for the Kia EV9. The Kia EV9 counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, heated front seats, ventilated seats and V2L. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Audi Q2 gets leather upholstery while the Kia EV9 offers synthetic leather. Climate control is 2-zone in the Audi Q2 and 3-zone in the Kia EV9.

Drivetrain

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 8.6 seconds.

The Kia EV9 responds with a Electric making 160kW and 350Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.2 seconds.

The Kia EV9 has the clear power advantage at 160kW vs 110kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Kia EV9 is 0.4s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Space & Comfort

The Audi Q2 measures 4,208mm long on a 2,601mm wheelbase, 802mm shorter than the Kia EV9 at 5,010mm (3,100mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Kia EV9 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 405L in the Audi Q2 and 333L in the Kia EV9, giving the Audi Q2 a 72L advantage. The Kia EV9 seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Audi Q2 leads with a 1,200kg braked capacity vs 900kg. That 300kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Neither U-turns in one sweep on a 7 m local street (both need a three-point turn); the Audi Q2's turning circle is 1.5 m tighter, 10.5 m against 12.0 m kerb to kerb. The street estimate is indicative, worked from the published turning circles.

Cost to own

At 15,000 km a year, fuel for the Audi Q2 costs about $1,568 a year (5.5 L/100km) and electricity for the Kia EV9 about $1,042 a year (21.7 kWh/100km), at $1.90 a litre and 32c a kWh.

Warranty: 5 years / Unlimited (Audi Q2) and 7 years / Unlimited (Kia EV9).

Where each one leads

The Audi Q2: the lower starting price ($49,400 against $97,000), the bigger boot with the seats up (405L against 333L) and the higher braked towing limit (1,200kg against 900kg).

The Kia EV9: more power (160kW against 110kW) and the longer warranty (7 years against 5).

The Verdict

Audi Q2 scores higher, 71 vs 67

The Audi Q2 scores 71 to the Kia EV9's 67 on the CarSorted Score, and leads 3 of the 7 spec rows that separate them, at the lower price. The biggest gaps: safety (Kia EV9 ahead by 23 points), value (Audi Q2 ahead by 15 points). Boot space with the seats up: 405L in the Audi Q2, 333L in the Kia EV9. Warranty: 5 years on the Audi Q2, 7 on the Kia EV9.

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