Audi has revamped its SQ2 crossover, bringing enhanced performance alongside a host of additional equipment.
Powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine with 296bhp and 400Nm of torque, the SQ2 will manage the 0-60mph (0-97km/h) dash in under five seconds before heading to a top speed of 155mph (249km/h). Despite this performance, Audi says that the SQ2 will return up to 34mpg, while CO2 emissions stand at 188g/km.
A new switchable flap exhaust system allows the car to sound louder as speed increases, while throttle response has been improved thanks to a new valvelift system which optimises the flow of exhaust gas to the turbocharger.
Drive is managed by a seven-speed, dual-clutch automatic gearbox, linked to Audi’s quattro all-wheel-drive system. The suspension, meanwhile, is 20 millimetres lower than the setup you’ll find on the regular Q2, while 340-millimetre brakes at the front and 310 at the rear help to bring the SQ2 improved stopping power. As standard, the SQ2 sits on 18-inch wheels, while Black Edition cars benefit from larger 19-inch variants.
The exterior of the car features a variety of silver highlight elements, while all cars get LED headlights as standard. Top-spec Vorsprung models benefit from Matrix LED lights, too.
Inside, there has been extensive use of black leather and Alcantara, while all cars get a rearview camera, rear parking sensors and an 8.3-inch infotainment system. The SQ2 gets a 12.3-inch virtual cockpit display, too.
The boot also offers 355 litres of space as standard, rising to 1,000 litres by folding the rear seats flat.