Audi concludes sales of A1 and Q2 models
Audi started 2026 with the cessation of production of the A1 and Q2 models. The compact hatchback and the brand's smallest crossover leave the market without direct successors.
What is known
Over the past few years, Audi's model range has significantly shrunk. The A8, A5 Coupé and Cabriolet, A4 in two bodies, A7 Sportback, electric Q8 e-tron, and the iconic TT have disappeared. Now the A1 and Q2 have been added to this list. Formally, they can still be found in the configurator, but it's only about the sale of stock. According to Audi in the Netherlands, there are enough remaining cars to meet demand in most markets.
The Audi A1 entered the European market in 2010 and lasted just over 15 years, changing two generations. The model was produced in Spain at the Martorell plant along with the SEAT Ibiza and was an attempt by Audi to establish itself in the premium part of the B-segment. However, real success was not achieved: the main competitor was always MINI. The best year for A1, for example in Spain, was 2011 — just over 5,660 cars were sold then. In the Netherlands, the model sold about 28,000 units during its entire sales period.
Audi Q2. Photo: Audi
The history of the Audi Q2 looks more successful. The crossover, presented in 2016 and created on the Volkswagen T-Roc base, was offered with a wide range of engines, quattro all-wheel drive, and even in a sporty SQ2 version with 300 hp. The peak was 2017, when sales reached 81,426 vehicles. In the next two years, volumes also exceeded 78,000, but from 2022 there began a steady decline. After nine years on the market, the model was decided to be discontinued.
As a result, the A3 becomes Audi's most affordable model again — at least until the appearance of the electric Q2 e-tron. This compact electric crossover with front-wheel drive, new design, and long range is set to compete with the MINI Aceman.
Source: Motor.es
