Car A
Audi Q2 35 TDI
The Audi Q2 35 TDI emphasizes efficiency and everyday usability, pairing a thrifty diesel with all-wheel drive. It suits city and compact-family needs, with adequate pace and a practical 405-liter trunk.
Audi Q2 35 TDI
Suv · Diesel · AWD
vs
Mercedes-Benz A 250d
Suv · Diesel
Car B
Mercedes-Benz A 250d
The Mercedes-Benz A 250d is a compact, five-seat diesel that balances efficient commuting (5.1 L/100km) with unexpectedly strong acceleration, making it a practical fit for city and family use. It offers good value in its segment, though it is not aimed at cargo-heavy tasks or enthusiast driving.
Why compared
cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame ranking profilesame seatssimilar price
Usage fit
Family
61
/
61
City
64
/
51
Budget / value
51
/
51
Road trip
45
/
49
Performance
31
/
22
Cargo
30
/
31
Practical
42
/
42
Premium
39
/
46
Winter
70
/
36
Scores out of 100. Blue = Audi Q2 35 TDI · Orange = Mercedes-Benz A 250d
Specs side-by-side
Spec
Audi Q2 35 TDI
Mercedes-Benz A 250d
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.
Pros & cons
Audi Q2 35 TDI
- Efficient for frequent driving with 4.6 L/100 km combined consumption
- AWD traction adds confidence in winter and wet conditions
- 405 L trunk and 5 seats handle compact-family duties
- Good value in its segment at this price point
- 405 L cargo space may be limiting for cargo-heavy use
- 150 hp and 7.9 s to 100 km/h won’t satisfy performance-focused buyers
- Diesel powertrain won’t suit shoppers seeking electrified options
- If you rarely face slippery conditions, AWD benefits may be less relevant
Mercedes-Benz A 250d
- Efficient for its class at 5.1 L/100km, easing fuel bills
- Five seats and a 420-liter trunk suit daily family and city duties
- Quick 0-100 km/h in 4.5 s helps with confident merging and overtakes
- Signals a strong safety standing within its class
- Diesel powertrain will not appeal if you want electrified or petrol options
- Not geared toward performance driving, despite quick straight-line numbers
- 420-liter cargo area may feel tight for cargo-heavy use
- Price may exceed some mainstream compact alternatives
Verdict
Pick Audi Q2 35 TDI if…
Best fuel economy
Audi Q2 35 TDI uses 4.6 L/100km vs 5.1 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Mercedes-Benz A 250d if…
More power
Mercedes-Benz A 250d puts out 190 hp vs 150 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.