Audi Q2 vs Nissan ARIYA

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 Nissan ARIYA 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 Nissan ARIYA. The Nissan ARIYA counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, head-up display, wireless charging and heated front seats. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Audi Q2 gets leather upholstery while the Nissan ARIYA offers nappa leather.

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 Nissan ARIYA responds with a Electric making 160kW and 300Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8 seconds.

The Nissan ARIYA has the clear power advantage at 160kW vs 110kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Nissan ARIYA is 0.6s 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, 387mm shorter than the Nissan ARIYA at 4,595mm (2,775mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Nissan ARIYA generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 405L in the Audi Q2 and 466L in the Nissan ARIYA, giving the Nissan ARIYA a 61L advantage.

For towing, the Audi Q2 leads with a 1,200kg braked capacity vs 750kg. That 450kg 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 1.0 m tighter, 10.5 m against 11.5 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 Nissan ARIYA about $888 a year (18.5 kWh/100km), at $1.90 a litre and 32c a kWh.

Warranty: 5 years / Unlimited (Audi Q2) and 5 years / Unlimited (Nissan ARIYA). Capped-price servicing: no data (Audi Q2), 5 years (Nissan ARIYA).

Where each one leads

The Audi Q2: the lower starting price ($49,400 against $55,840) and the higher braked towing limit (1,200kg against 750kg).

The Nissan ARIYA: more power (160kW against 110kW) and the bigger boot with the seats up (466L against 405L).

The Verdict

Nissan ARIYA scores higher, 73 vs 71

The Nissan ARIYA scores 73 to the Audi Q2's 71 on the CarSorted Score, and leads 3 of the 5 spec rows that separate them. The biggest gaps: safety (Nissan ARIYA ahead by 27 points), performance (Nissan ARIYA ahead by 4 points). Boot space with the seats up: 405L in the Audi Q2, 466L in the Nissan ARIYA.

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