Audi A2 e-tron: New entry-level EV on the cards for Australia

The 2027 Audi A2 e-tron could eventually make it to local showrooms, serving as an entry-level electric vehicle (EV) for the brand.

Representatives from the German automaker say the forthcoming electric hatchback may have a place in the local model lineup, given the increasing demand for smaller EVs.

“We’re evaluating that product,” an Audi spokesperson told CarExpert.

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“It’s been announced globally, [and] where we do see an opportunity in the marketplace is to have a compact EV. There is a lot of growth in that segment.”

Aside from a teaser, the A2 has yet to be unveiled by Audi, however the model is expected to ride on the Volkswagen Group’s MEB architecture, shared with the likes of the sporty electric Cupra Born and Volkswagen ID.3.

The MEB platform has a wide range of batteries and electric motors available, with the ID.3 offering 45 to 79kWh of usable storage – translating to between 330 and 670 kilometres of driving range.

There are also several performance levels, from 110kW, up to 240kW in the ID.3 GTX Performance.

“Anything under the [Luxury Car Tax that] is new, that’s electrified, and that can pick up on, say, government incentives or novated lease incentives with [Fringe Benefit Tax] savings… that’s a really strong interest to us,” the spokesperson explained.

While the original A2 – produced between 1999 and 2005 – was never offered in Australia, the vehicle was praised by media at the time and developed a cult following, due in part to its lightweight aluminium construction.

Despite this, and being the first vehicle on sale in Europe with an average fuel-consumption rating of less than three litres per 100 kilometres, the tall-bodied city car never sold in large numbers.

Having a small EV with “the latest generation technology and equipment” makes for a compelling argument as Australian buyers rush into battery-powered cars, following increasing fuel prices in recent months.

“Having something in the sub-compact segment would really excite customers and bring new opportunity for the Audi brand in Australia," said the spokesperson.

The 2027 Audi A2 e-tron is due to be unveiled in the final months of 2026.

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