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In recent years, the Audi model lineup has significantly reduced. 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 these are exclusively for the clearance of warehouse stocks. According to Audi in the Netherlands, the remaining cars are enough to meet demand in most markets.
The Audi A1 entered the European market in 2010 and lasted just over 15 years, spanning two generations. The model was produced in Spain at the Martorell plant alongside the SEAT Ibiza, as Audi’s attempt to establish a presence in the premium segment of the B-class. However, real success was not achieved: the main competitor was always MINI. The best year for the A1, for example in Spain, was 2011—when just over 5,660 cars were sold. In the Netherlands, the model sold about 28,000 copies during its entire sales period.
The history of the Audi Q2 looks more successful. The crossover, introduced in 2016 and based on the Volkswagen T-Roc, was offered with a wide range of engines, quattro all-wheel drive, and even a sporty SQ2 version with 300 hp. The peak was in 2017, when sales reached 81,426 vehicles. In the next two years, volumes also exceeded 78,000, but a steady decline began in 2022. After nine years on the market, the model was decided to be discontinued.
As a result, the A3 once again becomes the most accessible Audi model—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 expected to compete with the MINI Aceman.
Source: Motor.es
