GWM Tank 300 vs Audi Q2

The GWM Tank 300 starts from $49,990 before on-road costs, while the Audi Q2 opens at $49,400. That makes the Audi Q2 the more affordable entry point by $590.

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 $54,989 and $54,340 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Audi Q2 by roughly $4,845 in fuel alone.

Both the GWM Tank 300 and Audi Q2 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the GWM Tank 300 and 93% for the Audi Q2.

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 GWM Tank 300.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the GWM Tank 300 and 6 in the Audi Q2.

The GWM Tank 300 features a 12.3-inch touchscreen, while the Audi Q2 gets a 8.8-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The GWM Tank 300 stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and panoramic roof that you will not find on the Audi Q2. The Audi Q2 counters with Apple CarPlay, Bang & Olufsen audio and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The GWM Tank 300 uses a Petrol producing 167kW and 387Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a 4WD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.5 seconds.

The Audi Q2 responds with a Petrol making 110kW and 250Nm, paired to a s tronic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.8 seconds.

The GWM Tank 300 has the clear power advantage at 167kW vs 110kW. In the real-world sprint, the Audi Q2 is 0.7s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The GWM Tank 300 measures 4,715mm long on a 2,750mm wheelbase, 507mm longer than the Audi Q2 at 4,208mm (2,601mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the GWM Tank 300 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 550L in the GWM Tank 300 and 356L in the Audi Q2, giving the GWM Tank 300 a 194L advantage.

For towing, the GWM Tank 300 leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,200kg. That 800kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,708/year for the GWM Tank 300 and $1,739/year for the Audi Q2. That is a $969 annual difference in favour of the Audi Q2.

Estimated annual total: $2,708 (GWM Tank 300) vs $1,739 (Audi Q2). The Audi Q2 saves you roughly $969 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (GWM Tank 300) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Audi Q2). The GWM Tank 300 has longer coverage.