Audi Q2 30 TDI vs Mercedes-Benz A 180d

Audi Q2 30 TDI

Suv · Diesel · AWD

Mercedes-Benz A 180d

Suv · Diesel

Car A

Audi Q2 30 TDI

The Audi Q2 30 TDI focuses on efficiency and everyday usability, pairing a 4.5 L/100 km diesel with all-wheel drive. It suits small families and city commuters who want good value in its segment and extra traction for winter.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safetyAWD

Car B

Mercedes-Benz A 180d

A compact five-seat diesel focused on low running costs for daily family and city duties. Not a performance pick, but its 4.0 L/100 km efficiency and usable 370 L trunk make sense at around 30,000.

5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety4 L/100km

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seatssame usage profile

Usage fit

Family 70 / 59

City 65 / 54

Budget / value 69 / 54

Road trip 45 / 50

Performance 30 / 23

Cargo 30 / 28

Practical 54 / 42

Premium 37 / 43

Winter 70 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi Q2 30 TDI · Orange = Mercedes-Benz A 180d

Specs side-by-side

Spec Audi Q2 30 TDI Mercedes-Benz A 180d

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Pros & cons

Audi Q2 30 TDI

Efficient for its class at 4.5 L/100 km, keeping running costs in check.
AWD traction boosts confidence in winter and wet weather.
Practical for small families with 5 seats and a 405 L trunk.
Performance is adequate for daily use (0–100 km/h in 8.5 s).
Not aimed at performance driving; 116 hp won’t satisfy enthusiasts.
405 L cargo space may feel tight for cargo-heavy use or long trips with gear.
Diesel powertrain won’t appeal if you prefer petrol or electrified options.
A 29,000 price may still stretch the tightest budgets.

Mercedes-Benz A 180d

Very low consumption (4.0 L/100 km) for commuting
Five seats and a 370 L trunk suit small families and daily errands
Adequate acceleration (0–100 km/h in 8.2 s) for confident merging
Strong safety standing in its class
Diesel powertrain won’t suit buyers avoiding diesel
Not aimed at performance driving (116 hp focus on efficiency)
370 L cargo space can feel tight for bulky gear or long trips
Price near 30,000 may stretch tighter budgets

Verdict

Pick Audi Q2 30 TDI if…

Lower entry price

Audi Q2 30 TDI starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.

Pick Mercedes-Benz A 180d if…

Performance & capability

Mercedes-Benz A 180d is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Audi Q2 30 TDI

Mercedes-Benz A 180d

Verdict

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