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The Audi A2 is back — and this time it’s fully electric. More than two decades after the original model left showrooms, Audi has revived the nameplate for a compact hatchback that promises up to 401 miles of range and a starting price of around £32,200 in the UK (roughly $40,000). For American buyers, that price could drop further if the car qualifies for the federal EV tax credit under the Inflation Reduction Act, though Audi has yet to confirm US eligibility.
The new A2 e-tron is scheduled to open for orders in Europe this October, with first deliveries arriving at Audi Centers in early 2027. Full US specifications and pricing remain unannounced, but industry analysts expect the car to land in America later in 2027, likely starting in the low $40,000 range before incentives. If it qualifies for the $7,500 federal credit, the effective price could dip below $35,000, making it one of the most affordable long-range electric cars on the market.
Three battery sizes, four power outputs, up to 401 miles
Audi is offering the A2 e-tron with three battery choices: 52 kWh, 61 kWh, and 84 kWh. Power outputs range from 168 hp to 322 hp, all with rear-wheel drive. The entry-level model claims 262 miles of range, while the mid-range 187 hp version stretches to 320 miles. The longest-range variant — the 228 hp model with the 84 kWh battery — achieves a claimed 401 miles. Opting for the 322 hp flagship with the same battery reduces range slightly to 391 miles, but still beats many competitors in its class.
Efficiency is a major focus. Audi claims the A2 uses just 12.8 kWh per 62 miles in its most economical form, equating to about 4.9 miles per kWh — the best of any production Audi. The company achieved this through a drag coefficient of 0.24, the lowest of any compact Audi, thanks to a fully enclosed underbody, active air intake shutters, optimized wheel designs, and subtle aerodynamic tweaks around the wheel arches. Even the door handles are flush-mounted electric units, with backup energy stores in each door to allow manual opening if the car loses power.
Charging and battery tech
Charging speeds vary by battery size. The 52 kWh and 61 kWh packs support up to 100-105 kW, while the 84 kWh version can handle 183 kW, enabling a 10-80% rapid charge in 24 to 29 minutes. Four levels of regenerative braking are available, including a one-pedal mode that can bring the car to a complete stop.
The A2 also doubles as a mobile power bank. Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) technology lets owners power external devices — e-bikes, laptops, camping gear — via a socket in the boot or an adapter on the charging port. Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) capability is also possible, turning the car into a home battery when connected to a DC wallbox, though Audi hasn’t confirmed if this feature will be enabled in the US.
Spacious interior, clever storage, and tech
Despite its compact footprint, the A2 offers generous interior space. A 2,770 mm wheelbase maximizes passenger room, with a 396-liter trunk that expands to 1,336 liters with the rear seats folded. The two most powerful versions also get a 13-liter frunk.
Audi has partnered with Fidlock, a magnetic and mechanical accessory mounting system, letting owners attach cupholders, charging cable bags, and other items to mounting points in the center console (three points) and boot (three points). The gear selector has moved to the steering column, freeing up room for a cooled, MagSafe-compatible wireless charging tray that can hold two phones charging at up to 25 W each. Door pockets accommodate 1.25-liter bottles, and the center console can hold 1.5-liter bottles.
Inside, an 11.9-inch digital driver display pairs with a curved 12.8-inch central touchscreen. An augmented-reality head-up display is optional. The e-tron route planner integrates with Audi’s AI voice assistant to optimize charging stops, precondition the battery before rapid charging, and suggest alternative routes to reduce stops. For productivity, Audi Connected Work (optional) lets users listen to calendar entries, dictate emails, and join Teams calls via voice control. Three audio systems are available, topped by a 14-speaker, 660W Sonos setup.
Standard safety and self-parking tricks
Standard equipment includes adaptive cruise control, reversing camera, parking sensors, side assist, rear cross-traffic assist, emergency braking, and obstacle-steering assist. Higher trims add surround-view cameras, automatic parking, and a system that learns up to five regular parking maneuvers and repeats them. The car can also remember about 50 meters of a route into a tight space and reverse itself out — useful for narrow lanes.
Performance and sustainability
Performance ranges from sensible to sporty. The 168 hp model hits 0-60 mph in 8.8 seconds, rising to 7.9 seconds for 187 hp, 7.0 seconds for 228 hp, and 5.7 seconds for the 322 hp version. Top speed varies from 99 mph to 124 mph. Comfort or sports suspension is available, with adjustable dampers on some trims.
Audi emphasizes sustainability: more than 300 components use recycled steel, aluminum, or plastics, and over 100 contain post-consumer recycled material. The A2 is built at Audi’s Ingolstadt factory alongside the A3, reusing over 1,200 pieces of existing manufacturing equipment and about
