KGM Rexton vs Audi Q2

The KGM Rexton starts from $50,000 before on-road costs, while the Audi Q2 opens at $49,400. That makes the Audi Q2 the more affordable entry point by $600.

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 $55,000 and $54,340 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Audi Q2 by roughly $3,705 in fuel alone.

Both the KGM Rexton and Audi Q2 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

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 KGM Rexton.

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

The KGM Rexton 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 KGM Rexton stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto that you will not find on the Audi Q2. The Audi Q2 counters with Apple CarPlay and Bang & Olufsen audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The KGM Rexton uses a Turbo DDi Diesel producing 149kW and 441Nm of torque, sent through a 8-speed automatic to a 4WD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 11.5 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 KGM Rexton has the clear power advantage at 149kW vs 110kW. In the real-world sprint, the Audi Q2 is 2.7s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The KGM Rexton measures 4,850mm long on a 2,865mm wheelbase, 642mm longer than the Audi Q2 at 4,208mm (2,601mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the KGM Rexton generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 236L in the KGM Rexton and 356L in the Audi Q2, giving the Audi Q2 a 120L advantage. The KGM Rexton seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the KGM Rexton leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 1,200kg. That 2,300kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,480/year for the KGM Rexton and $1,739/year for the Audi Q2. That is a $741 annual difference in favour of the Audi Q2.

Estimated annual total: $2,480 (KGM Rexton) vs $1,739 (Audi Q2). The Audi Q2 saves you roughly $741 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (KGM Rexton) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Audi Q2). The KGM Rexton has longer coverage.