New Audi SQ2 now available to order

New Audi SQ2 now available to order

The sportiest version of Audi’s compact crossover comes with a 296bhp engine and a 0-60mph time under five seconds

Audi has opened order books for the all-new SQ2, with deliveries starting later this month.

The top-end version of the compact crossover starts from £36,800 and it comes with exclusive design features, such as a new front bumper, splitter and larger air inlets, while the grille comes with eight vertical pillars and an SQ2 logo.

2019 Audi SQ2

At the rear, Audi fits a silver diffuser around two dual-exit exhausts and a roof edge spoiler, as well as aluminium-effect door mirrors, 18-inch V-spoke alloy wheels and black brake calipers. 19-inch alloy wheel options are also available.

Under the bonnet of the SQ2 is a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine developing 296bhp and 400Nm of torque, which gets the crossover from 0-60mph in 4.8 seconds and can reach a limited top speed of 155mph.

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2019 Audi SQ2

The model also features lowered sports suspension, progressive steering and, as with every other Audi S model, quattro all-wheel drive.

Customers can also choose the SQ2 Exterior Pack that adds black exterior detailing to the grille surround, tailpipes, C-pillar blade, mirror housings and rear spoiler alongside 19-inch grey alloy wheels.

2019 Audi SQ2

Inside, the SQ2 comes with dual-zone climate control, leather upholstery, a flat-bottomed S steering wheel and a 3.5-inch driver information system screen. The Interior Pack can also be specced, which adds black and red sport seats in Nappa leather, an LED lighting pack and additional SQ2 badging.

The SQ2 is also available with the same additional packs as other Audi models, such as the Technology and Comfort and Sound packs.