The Audi Q2, the compact SUV that offers convenience and versatility, is getting a significant tech upgrade in mid-2024. The infotainment system for the Q2 is receiving a comprehensive technology update that includes a new touchscreen, a virtual cockpit, and more safety features. The base price for the Audi Q2 is $32,800.
New touchscreen and virtual cockpit for all models
Effective immediately, every new Audi Q2 will come with the Audi virtual cockpit and an 8.8-inch touchscreen as the central control unit for the multimedia interface (MMI). A convenient storage compartment replaces the previous rotary/push button.
The Audi virtual cockpit is a fully digital instrument display with a bright full HD display (1,920 x 720 pixels) and a wide range of customization options. The driver can toggle between different views using the view button on the three-spoke multifunction steering wheel, which is standard for all models. The views include traditional speed, RPM values, and navigation or media information. Several designs are available depending on the chosen equipment level, such as the Sport design with red accents or the Dynamic design with opposing scales.
The driver can also choose between two basic display layouts: one that shows the speedometer and tachometer as analog dials and integrates media or navigation information into the central display area and another that reduces the size of the speedometer and tachometer and features an almost full-screen navigation map with integrated route planning. The large map size makes it easier for the driver to read. As an additional option, the Audi virtual cockpit is also available with Audi’s new theme worlds, which let the driver toggle between the classic and highly dynamic views.
The new MMI touch display is the central control unit of the state-of-the-art infotainment system. The display is bright and highly responsive, with a resolution of 1,270 x 720 pixels. The driver can operate the system via touchscreen and voice control, which can understand natural language commands and queries. The system also supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and online services from Audi Connect, such as traffic information, weather, news, and parking.