Audi Q2 arrives in dealerships
By Gerry Murphy
Audi’s latest compact SUV, the Q2 has arrived in dealerships with pricing for the 1.6 TDI 110 bhp SE starting at €32,490; but, likely to be Audi’s volume seller, the 1.6 TDI S Line starts from €35,790.
There will be two petrol models, 1.0 TFSI and 1.4 TFSI, in the range. Pricing for those will be announced over the coming weeks.
The Q2 is available in two trim lines, customised to suit drivers’ preferences. The SE trim includes some of the most popular features from Audi, such as cruise control, smartphone interfacing and rear parking sensors. The S-Line trim includes LED headlights, sport suspension, sport seats, drive select and an 18” 5-spoke Y design alloy steering wheel, in addition to the SE trim features.
The Audi Q2 is immediately striking: it melds a low-riding sporty coupé-style look with the familiar design of a compact SUV.
Inside, the cabin can be customised with a variety of colourful trims and a high seat position. It is equipped with the latest connectivity and infotainment technologies.
Using the Audi smartphone interface, the driver can connect a suitable iOS or Android device to the dashboard USB port, allowing immediate access to the phone's navigation features, contacts, music and selected third-party apps. The optional Audi phone box lets the driver charge their phone wirelessly and connect it to the car's antenna for optimal reception.
“An all-new Audi for Irish customers, the Audi Q2 is an exciting combination of coupé sportiness and compact SUV functionality,” said Henning Dohrn, Managing Director of Audi Ireland.
“The compact SUV segment is growing in Ireland and we are confident the Audi Q2 will attract new customers to the Audi brand. It demonstrates the brand’s passion for exploring new ways of designing and building premium cars for every driver.”