Audi Q2 2024: Big Screen, Bigger Upgrade - Digital Dash, More Tech Standard

 


Audi Q2 models will undergo a significant upgrade in mid-2024, introducing a comprehensive technology update to their infotainment system. The new models will feature the Audi virtual cockpit and an 8.8-inch touchscreen as the central control unit for the MMI. A storage compartment replaces the previous rotary/push button. The base price for the Audi Q2 is 28,600 euros. The new features include a high-resolution 8.8-inch MMI touch display, the Audi virtual cockpit with a 12.3-inch instrument display, and a three-spoke multifunction steering wheel. Additional safety features like traffic sign recognition, lane departure warning, and rear park assist will also be included.

The Audi virtual cockpit is now standard on all Q2 models, offering a dynamic and customizable experience. The fully digital cockpit features a bright full HD display (1,920 x 720 pixels) and a wide range of customization options, including traditional speed, RPM values, and navigation or media information. The view button on the multifunction steering wheel allows drivers to toggle between different views, including Sport and Dynamic designs. Drivers can also choose between two basic display layouts: one with analog speedometer and tachometer sizes and integrated media or navigation information, and the other with reduced size and an almost full-screen navigation map with integrated route planning. The Audi virtual cockpit also offers the option to choose between classic and highly dynamic views with Audi's new theme worlds.

The Audi Q2 is equipped with an 8.8-inch touchscreen and voice control, providing a highly responsive and intelligent infotainment system. The system can be controlled via natural speech, enabling instant responses to complex commands or questions. The standard equipment includes the MMI Radio, which features a DAB tuner, two data-capable USB-C ports, emergency call functions, and several Audi Connect services. The MMI Navigation preparation package includes the Audi smartphone interface, enabling customers to enable and activate numerous Audi Connect services and the intelligent navigation system. The largest package, MMI Navigation plus, includes Audi Connect services, navigation services with high-resolution satellite maps, and other services from Google. The package also includes additional online services, such as traffic information, lane-specific details on traffic flow, on-street parking information, online radio, and online music identification. The Audi Connect system always uses a permanently installed e-SIM (embedded SIM). High-end options, such as the Sonos premium sound system with 13 speakers and a subwoofer, round out the infotainment package. The Audi phone box allows customers to integrate their smartphone and numerous functions into the MMI while boosting mobile phone signal (5G/LTE) for the best possible voice quality.

Audi is set to launch the upgraded Audi Q2 in the first half of 2024, starting at 28,600 euros in Germany, with the cars being produced at the main plant in Ingolstadt.

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