Audi SQ2 vs BMW X Models
What's the difference?

Audi SQ2

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2021 price

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BMW X Models

$63,400 - $254,300

2026 price

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Summary

2021 Audi SQ2

2026 BMW X Models

By Laura Berry

By Chris Thompson

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Turbo 4, 2.0L

Electric motor type

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Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Vehicle type

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Fuel Efficiency

7.0L/100km (combined)

Electric range

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Energy consumption

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Battery capacity

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Seating

Likes

Good value
SQ2 has great performance
Angular looks

Smooth ride, steering acceleration
Premium look and feel
Value for power and range

Dislikes

Cabin feels old
Could have more standard safety tech
Rear legroom limited

Huge battery should mean more range
Lack of physical controls
No cover on sunroof

2021 Audi SQ2 Summary

Audi’s littlest and most affordable SUV, the Q2, has been updated with new looks and tech, but something else has snuck in with it. Or should I say roared in? It’s the SQ2, with a whopping 300 horsepower and a snarling bark.

So, this review has something for everybody. It’s for those who want to know what’s new for the Q2 in this latest update - those thinking of buying a cool-looking little SUV from Audi - and for those who want to wake their neighbours up and frighten their friends.

Ready? Let’s go.

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2026 BMW X Models Summary

When the BMW iX first showed up a few years ago, it was a promising look at what BMW seemed capable of when it comes to electric cars.

While mildly flawed, the iX was fast, comfortable and felt properly premium. Now it’s had a decent update, with the iX xDrive45 M Sport here to replace the former entry-level xDrive 40.

BMW claims among other mechanical and tech updates a power increase of 25 per cent, a 30 per cent greater energy content for the battery, a 38 per cent increase in driving range and a 17 per cent faster charging rate.

But in the time since the iX launched, there have been big strides in the premium electric SUV space, including new arrivals from European opposition like the Polestar 3; even a new American in the form of the Cadillac Lyriq.

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Deep dive comparison

2021 Audi SQ2 2026 BMW X Models

Verdict

The Q2 is good value and great to drive – especially the SQ2. The exterior looks new, but the cabin feels older than the larger Q3, and most other Audi models.

More standard advanced safety tech would make the Q2 even more appealing, as would a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty. While we’re at it, a hybrid variant would make enormous sense.

So, a great car, but Audi could offer more to make it an even better proposition for buyers.

Verdict

If anyone was worried that it would be too late to get a decent bit of value out of an entry-level iX, there's reassuring news.

With more power, range and features added to the model and the cost remaining close to its former sticker price, the iX has held up well despite now existing in a more competitive environment.

Audi SQ2 vs BMW X Models What's the difference?

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Audi SQ2 vs BMW X Models
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