Audi Q2 vs Lexus NX

The Audi Q2 starts from $49,400 before on-road costs, while the Lexus NX opens at $71,700. That makes the Audi Q2 the more affordable entry point by $22,300.

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 $78,870 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

The Audi Q2 features a 8.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Lexus NX gets a 9.8-inch display and 8-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Audi Q2 stands out with Apple CarPlay and Bang & Olufsen audio that you will not find on the Lexus NX. The Lexus NX counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, head-up display, wireless charging, heated front seats and Mark Levinson audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Audi Q2 gets leather upholstery while the Lexus NX offers synthetic leather.

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 Lexus NX responds with a Hybrid making 179kW and 239Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.7 seconds.

The Lexus NX has the clear power advantage at 179kW vs 110kW. In the real-world sprint, the Lexus NX is 0.9s 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, 452mm shorter than the Lexus NX at 4,660mm (2,690mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Lexus NX generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 405L in the Audi Q2 and 520L in the Lexus NX, giving the Lexus NX a 115L advantage.

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

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,568/year for the Audi Q2 and $1,425/year for the Lexus NX. That is a $143 annual difference in favour of the Lexus NX.

Estimated annual total: $1,568 (Audi Q2) vs $1,425 (Lexus NX). The Lexus NX saves you roughly $143 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Audi Q2) vs 4 years / 100,000km (Lexus NX). The Audi Q2 has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: —4yr (Lexus NX).