Audi Q2 and More New Crossovers Are Coming for 2016 [News]

Ingolstadt-based Audi has announced the addition of an all-new Q2 to its lineup of crossover SUVs. Expected to make an appearance in 2016, the Audi Q2 will slot below the Q3 in the model lineup and is likely to compete against the BMW X1 and the Mercedes GLA-class. The Q2 is reported to borrow from the Crosslane Concept (pictured below), which was first shown at the 2012 Paris Auto Show. Rupert Stadler, CEO for Audi, described the Q2 as “a different type of Q model, emotional and very sporty.” The company had also previously announced a Q1 would appear in 2016 during a shareholder meeting last year. There is no word yet on whether or not the Q2 will replace the Q1 or if both models will debut in the new year.

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Audi Crosslane Concept

We would not be surprised if we saw both the Q1 and Q2 introduced, given Audi’s affinity for its popular Q models. In addition to the existing Q3, Q5, and Q7, there are plans for an electric-only Q6, and Q8 based on the Q7, and a Q4 based on the Q3. While it can be difficult to keep all these vehicles straight in this age of alpha-numeric names, Audi’s approach is at least somewhat straight-forward.

Fans of the best-selling Q5 have reason to celebrate. The next generation of the Q5 will debut in 2016 as well. No word yet on how it will differ from the outgoing model but we expect the changes to be evolutionary in nature given the current Q5’s sales success. Check out the video below of the current-gen Q5 going head-to-head against the Toyota Sequoia so you’re well versed when the new model debuts.