The Audi Q2 has been officially unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show 2016. The small SUV will hit dealership forecourts during the third quarter of 2016. It is expected to sell extremely well. We took a closer look at what it has to offer.
From launch, Audi will offer six engines; three TFSI and three TDI. The petrol engines include an efficient three-cylinder 1.0 TFSI engine with 116 hp, a 1.4 TFSI with 150 hp and cylinder deactivation and a powerful four-cylinder 2.0 TFSI engine with 190 hp. The diesel range includes a four-cylinder 1.6 liter unit with 116 hp and two 2.0 TDI engines with 150 hp and 190 hp.
The Audi Q2 gets good visibility with a large luggage compartment expanding from 405 litres to 1,050 litres with the rear seats down. The driver sits low like a hatchback or saloon. A power tailgate and a three-way split rear bench are optional extras. A Bang & Olufsen Sound System is available with 705 watts power with 14 loudspeakers.
The Audi Q2 is packed with technology. Audi virtual cockpit with a head up display and a 12.3 inch screen. Audi pre sense for the front is fitted as standard. The Audi Q2 also gets adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go function, traffic jam assist, Audi side assist, Audi active lane assist, traffic sign recognition and parking and cross-traffic assist rear. The standard infotainment system can be operated by a rotary/push-button control. An MMI navigation plus with MMI touch is optional and includes a touchpad on the central control element. An app is available for smart phones, operated via a Wifi hotspot.
For more details, check out our earlier Audi Q2 article. For more from the Geneva Motor Show 2016, take a look at our dedicated news channel.
