Subaru Outback vs Audi Q2

The Subaru Outback starts from $48,990 before on-road costs, while the Audi Q2 opens at $49,400. That makes the Subaru Outback the more affordable entry point by $410.

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 $53,889 and $54,340 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Audi Q2 by roughly $3,560 in fuel alone.

Both the Subaru Outback and Audi Q2 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 9 in the Subaru Outback and 6 in the Audi Q2.

The Subaru Outback features a 12.1-inch touchscreen, while the Audi Q2 gets a 8.8-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Subaru Outback stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, panoramic roof and heated front seats 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 Subaru Outback uses a Petrol producing 137kW and 254Nm of torque, sent through a cvt to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.9 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 Subaru Outback has the clear power advantage at 137kW vs 110kW. In the real-world sprint, the Audi Q2 is 1.1s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Subaru Outback measures 4,870mm long on a 2,745mm wheelbase, 662mm longer than the Audi Q2 at 4,208mm (2,601mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Subaru Outback generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 975L in the Subaru Outback and 356L in the Audi Q2, giving the Subaru Outback a 619L advantage.

For towing, the Subaru Outback 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 $2,451/year for the Subaru Outback and $1,739/year for the Audi Q2. That is a $712 annual difference in favour of the Audi Q2.

Estimated annual total: $2,451 (Subaru Outback) vs $1,739 (Audi Q2). The Audi Q2 saves you roughly $712 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Subaru Outback) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Audi Q2). Both match on warranty length.