Audi Q2

The Audi Q2 is the new entry point to the German car brand here in India. As the name suggests, it sits a rung ...

The Audi Q2 is the new entry point to the German car brand here in India. As the name suggests, it sits a rung below the Q3 globally, and with smaller dimensions than any crossover from the other luxury car brands, it has no direct rivals and sits in a niche all of its own. Being a full import, however, it is quite expensive, with prices ranging from Rs 34.99 lakh to Rs 48.90 lakh (ex-showroom). However, Audi has been sure to pack it with a good amount of equipment and a strong powertrain - a 190hp 2.0 turbo-petrol engine, a 7-speed dual-clutch auto gearbox, and Quattro AWD.

At its current price, the CBU imported Audi Q2 is not for those seeking value for money, and higher variants co...

At its current price, the CBU imported Audi Q2 is not for those seeking value for money, and higher variants cost more than even larger luxury SUVs like the BMW X1 and Volvo XC40. Moreover, it misses out some key equipment and does feel its age in certain areas. However, it does make a strong, individualistic style statement, features Audi’s typically high levels of quality, and more than anything, packs in strong performance and fun-to-drive dynamics, in a compact size with the practicality of AWD and crossover ground clearance.

If money is no object, the top-spec Technology version is the Audi Q2 variant to go for, or if you'd prefer...

If money is no object, the top-spec Technology version is the Audi Q2 variant to go for, or if you'd prefer to pick either styling features or equipment - Premium I and Premium II should be your pick. However, all those options are expensive, and if you want to pick the Q2 as an entry point to the Audi model range, the Premium variant gets you a bit more than just the bare essentials, without leaving you feeling too shortchanged, and saves you a few lakhs compared to the higher trim levels.