Audi Q2 vs Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV

Price and cost per week

Safety Rundown

ANCAP's published record does not give the Audi Q2 a rating. We hold no ANCAP data for the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV. 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 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV gets a 12.8-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Audi Q2 stands out with Apple CarPlay and Bang & Olufsen audio — features our data doesn't list for the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV. The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, head-up display, wireless charging, panoramic roof, heated front seats, ventilated seats and Burmester audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Audi Q2 gets leather upholstery while the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV offers nappa leather. Climate control is 2-zone in the Audi Q2 and 4-zone in the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV.

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 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV responds with a Electric making 265kW and 800Nm, paired to a 1 spd auto driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.1 seconds.

The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV has the clear power advantage at 265kW vs 110kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is 2.5s 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, 917mm shorter than the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV at 5,125mm (3,210mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 405L in the Audi Q2 and 645L in the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV, giving the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV a 240L advantage.

For towing, the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,200kg. That 800kg 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 1.9 m tighter, 10.5 m against 12.4 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 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV about $1,070 a year (22.3 kWh/100km), at $1.90 a litre and 32c a kWh.

Warranty: 5 years / Unlimited (Audi Q2) and 5 years / Unlimited (Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV).

Where each one leads

The Audi Q2: the lower starting price ($49,400 against $225,900).

The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV: more power (265kW against 110kW), the bigger boot with the seats up (645L against 405L) and the higher braked towing limit (2,000kg against 1,200kg).

The Verdict

Audi Q2 scores higher, 71 vs 62

The Audi Q2 scores 71 to the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV's 62 on the CarSorted Score, and leads 1 of the 5 spec rows that separate them, at the lower price. The biggest gaps: value (Audi Q2 ahead by 34 points), performance (Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV ahead by 34 points). Boot space with the seats up: 405L in the Audi Q2, 645L in the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV.

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