Audi A2 returns as an EV: A2 e-tron offers up to 646 km of range

Audi is bringing back the A2 name, which made its mark in the compact segment years ago. This time, the model is fully electric. Called the A2 e-tron, the new car made its public debut at the 2026 Paris Motor Show. Audi describes it as "the most efficient Audi ever." Its target audience is drivers who want an electric car for city use and younger buyers from so-called Generation Z.

Orders for the model, which will be built in Ingolstadt, Germany, opened on Sept. 10, 2026. The starting price in Germany is €38,200. Sales are scheduled to begin in Europe in December 2026, alongside the first deliveries.

Engineered for efficiency

The A2 e-tron offers a range of up to 646 km under the WLTP standard. Audi quotes average consumption of 12.8 kWh per 100 km. Aerodynamics play a major role in that figure: the car has a drag coefficient of 0.24.

The model comes with four power outputs. The entry level delivers 125 kW (170 PS), while the most powerful version produces 240 kW (326 PS). Between them sit 140 kW and 170 kW options. According to information shared at the show, three battery capacities will also be offered. Figures provided at the show also put DC charging power at up to 183 kW, with a 10% to 80% charge taking around 25 to 30 minutes. However, the battery capacities and charging power have not yet appeared in Audi's official press release. The model also supports bidirectional charging, allowing the car to supply power to external devices or a home when needed.

Standout cabin features

At the front, a lighting unit made up of individual LEDs gives the model a distinctive look. Inside, ambient lighting and a glass roof create an airy cabin. The doors are opened with a button on the door panel. The turn signal, headlight and wiper controls next to the steering wheel also depart from conventional stalks.

In the cockpit, a digital instrument cluster sits alongside a larger central display. The system is compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Drive modes include Efficiency, Comfort, Dynamic and Individual. The wireless charging tray slightly raises the phone to reduce heat buildup caused by the camera bump. A physical volume control, USB-C ports and a Sonos sound system are also on the equipment list.

The rear seat comfortably accommodates two adults, though space gets tight for a third passenger. The rear also has separate climate controls and an armrest. On the show car, connected features to be used via the mobile app, such as remote climate control and vehicle location, were not yet working.

Pricing and a sales timeline for Turkey have not been announced. Because the special consumption tax (ÖTV) on electric cars in Turkey depends on motor power, the 125 kW entry version is expected to be the focus there.