An aluminum-bodied city car that weighed under 900 kg. The A2 was a commercial failure but an engineering triumph — years ahead of the efficiency obsession that followed.
History
The A2's Audi Space Frame was built entirely from aluminum, making it one of the lightest cars in its class. The 3L TDI version achieved 78 mpg, a figure most cars still can't match two decades later. Too expensive to build profitably, Audi discontinued it — but the lessons informed every aluminum Audi since.
Production & Heritage
Production Total176,377
DesignerLuc Donckerwolke
Production Period1999–2005
Estimated Value$5K–$15K
Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.
Technical Specifications
Engine1.4L Inline-4 TDI
Power75 hp
Transmission5-speed manual
DrivetrainFWD
Weight895 kg
Engine Details
Displacement1.4L (1,422 cc)
Performance
Weight-to-Power11.9 kg/hp
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