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Ford Escape Active
Suv · Hybrid
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Audi Q2 35 TDI
Suv · Diesel · AWD
Ford Escape Active
Car A
Ford Escape Active
The Ford Escape Active hybrid focuses on city efficiency and good value, with adequate performance and a five-seat layout. Its very small 100-liter trunk limits cargo, but the 400 km range keeps daily commuting and short trips simple.
5 seatsSuvHybridHybrid
Audi Q2 35 TDI
Car B
Audi Q2 35 TDI
The Audi Q2 35 TDI emphasizes efficiency and everyday usability, pairing a thrifty diesel with all-wheel drive. It suits city and compact-family needs, with adequate pace and a practical 405-liter trunk.
5 seatsSuvDiesel5-star safety4.6 L/100kmAWD
Why compared same body typesame seatssame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 32 / 61
City 51 / 64
Budget / value 51 / 51
Road trip 35 / 45
Performance 27 / 31
Cargo 16 / 30
Practical 35 / 42
Premium 16 / 39
Winter 24 / 70

Scores out of 100. Blue = Ford Escape Active · Orange = Audi Q2 35 TDI

Specs side-by-side

Spec Ford Escape Active Audi Q2 35 TDI
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Pros & cons

Ford Escape Active

  • Efficient for its class with 5.5 combined consumption
  • 400 km range supports commuting and weekend hops
  • Urban-friendly acceleration (0–100 km/h in 8.5 s) and 250 Nm for easy merging
  • Priced around 32,000, offering good value in its segment

Audi Q2 35 TDI

  • Efficient for frequent driving with 4.6 L/100 km combined consumption
  • AWD traction adds confidence in winter and wet conditions
  • 405 L trunk and 5 seats handle compact-family duties
  • Good value in its segment at this price point

Verdict

Pick Ford Escape Active if…
Lower entry price
Ford Escape Active starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick Audi Q2 35 TDI if…
All-wheel drive
Audi Q2 35 TDI's AWD adds real-world confidence in wet, icy, or mixed-weather conditions.

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