The Audi A2 is back! 25 years after the original A2 was discontinued, Audi has resurrected the badge. With design inspiration from the first A2, the new A2 E-Tron is a pure-electric hatchback that will be Audi’s cheapest EV when it goes on sale in late 2026.
Here’s what we know so far about the 2026 Audi A2 E-Tron.
2026 Audi A2 E-Tron Price, Specs and Release Date
- 2026 Audi A2 E-Tron styling and dimensions
- 2026 Audi A2 E-Tron interior design and practicality
- 2026 Audi A2 E-Tron engines and driving dynamics
- 2026 Audi A2 E-Tron price and release date
2026 Audi A2 E-Tron styling and dimensions
The 2026 Audi A2 E-Tron is all-new, but it bears a strong resemblance to the original Audi A2 that was sold between 1999 and 2005. The images of the A2 E-Tron released so far show it wearing a special disguise wrap, but it’s clear that its curved roofline, two-part rear window, short bonnet and pronounced wheel arches are a clear nod to the first A2.
Viewed from the side, the two cars have a similar profile but the A2 E-Tron’s slim rear lights and two-part headlights give it a thoroughly modern look at either end. Overall, the A2 E-Tron has a more restrained appearance than some recent Audis, with ‘cleaner’ sides and a less aggression.
As with the first A2, aerodynamic efficiency was a priority. According to Audi, the A2 E-Tron ‘follows the principles of streamlined design’, with examples being the rounded front end, flowing roofline and ‘sharply defined rear’. There are also small, fin-like door handles at the base of the windows, similar to those seen on the new BMW X5 and Volvo EX60.
Audi hasn’t released details of the A2 E-Tron’s dimensions, but they are expected to be very close to those of the closely-related Cupra Born and Volkswagen ID.3, making the A2 E-Tron smaller than the Q4 E-Tron SUV.
Interior space is likely to be on a par with the 
No maximum range figures have been announced, but we’d expect the smaller battery should provide just over 400 miles from a full charge. Audi quotes a maximum charging speed of 105kW, which it says will allow the battery to be charged from 10% to 80% capacity in 26 minutes.
