Audi Q2 GA vs Renault Kadjar KAD

Audi Q2

GA · 2016 – 2026

The first-generation Q2 (GA), Audi’s compact crossover.

Renault Kadjar

KAD · 2015 – 2022

The Kadjar (KAD), a compact SUV on the CMF-CD platform.

First car

Second car

Pick this one if…

Audi Q2

Pick the GA for the compact, city-friendly Q2 with the smooth TFSI petrols — ideally a full-history example.

Best engine: The 30/35 TFSI (petrol).

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Pick this one if…

Renault Kadjar

Pick the Kadjar for a roomy, comfortable compact SUV with an affordable used supply.

Best engine: The 1.3 TCe (petrol) or 1.5 Blue dCi (diesel).

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Performance

EA211 35 TFSI · Petrol vs 1.3 TCe 140 · Petrol

	Audi Q2	Renault Kadjar
Power	150 hp Winner	140 hp
Torque	250 Nm Winner	240 Nm
0–100 km/h	8,5 s Winner	9,6 s
Top speed	211 km/h Winner	205 km/h
Power-to-weight	111,1 hp/t Winner	100,0 hp/t
CO₂ emissions (WLTP)	128 g/km	125 g/km Winner
Consumption (WLTP)	5,6 L/100km	5,6 L/100km

Dimensions & space

	Audi Q2	Renault Kadjar
Boot	405 L	472 L Winner
Boot (seats folded)	1.050 L	1.478 L Winner
Wheelbase	2,60 m	2,65 m Winner
Length	4,19 m	4,45 m
Ground clearance	14,7 cm	—
Turning circle	11,1 m	10,9 m Winner
Towing capacity (braked)	1.600 kg Winner	1.500 kg

Powertrain & tech

	Audi Q2	Renault Kadjar
Platform	MQB A1 (transverse)	CMF-CD
Drive	Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive	Front-wheel drive · All-wheel drive
Engine family	EA211 1.0/1.4/1.5 TFSI · EA288 2.0 TDI	1.2 TCe · 1.3 TCe · 1.6 TCe · 1.5 dCi/Blue dCi · 1.6 dCi · 1.7 Blue dCi
Transmission	S tronic (DSG)	6-speed manual · EDC7
Fuel	Petrol	Petrol
Euro standard	Euro 6d	Euro 6d
LEZ access	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)	Unrestricted access (compliant under current legislation)

Reliability & watch-outs

Known issues

Audi Q2

DQ200 (7-speed dry DSG): mechatronics and clutch judder on early cars
MMI infotainment quirks on early cars
Water-pump/thermostat housing leak on EA211 petrols

Renault Kadjar

1.2 TCe: timing chain and oil consumption
EDC/X-tronic: juddery at low speed
Electrical gremlins and R-Link freezes

Pros

Audi Q2

Compact and city-friendly
Good all-round visibility
Efficient TFSI engines

Renault Kadjar

Roomy boot and comfortable ride
Affordable and plentiful used
Efficient 1.5 dCi diesel

Cons

Audi Q2

Firm ride
Small boot and dated early infotainment

Renault Kadjar

1.2 TCe (early years) carries chain risk
Interior less modern than newer rivals

Driving experience

Audi Q2

Comfortable, quiet and more premium than its size suggests. The Q2 steers accurately with light, consistent weighting, rides firmly but acceptably, and feels planted and easy to place. Front-drive versions are efficient; quattro adds strong traction on the 2.0-litre cars. The 1.5 TFSI is smooth and willing, the 2.0 TDI is the economical distance choice, and the 2.0 TFSI adds genuine pace. The S tronic is quick. It is a polished, techy small crossover that trades a little boot and rear space for a more premium feel than the T-Cross.

Renault Kadjar

A relaxed long-distance cruiser rather than a dynamic driver's car. Steering is light and accurate enough for daily use, ride quality is generally compliant on smaller wheels and becomes firmer on 19-inch alloys, and body control is adequate. The 1.3 TCe feels responsive once moving, while the diesels are refined and strong for motorway use. The EDC dual-clutch is smooth at higher speeds but can show low-speed hesitation or judder, especially on early cars and in town. AWD versions add a modest amount of traction in slippery conditions.